Christy King

EEOC Guidance on Employers’ Use of Artificial Intelligence Software In May, the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued Technical Assistance and Tips for Workers addressing the use of artificial intelligence (AI) software in connection with employment. A variety of computer tools are available to assist employers in hiring, monitoring, and evaluating workers. While these tools are beneficial in many [...]

Nearly every business has some form of intellectual property (IP). While it is an intangible asset, in many cases intellectual property is more valuable than tangible assets such as equipment and inventory. Copyrights Copyright protects original creative works, such as artwork, literary works, musical and dramatic works, software, sound recordings and motion pictures. Although a protectible work is automatically copyrighted [...]

So far, we have experienced lower than average temperatures, but this may change later this summer. Earlier this year, in response to last year’s “heat dome” in the Pacific Northwest, the Oregon legislature passed a bipartisan bill dealing with air conditioning and other cooling devices. Previously, Oregon landlords were under no legal obligation to provide cooling devices, but, pursuant to [...]

Last December, tax preparation company H&R Block sued the financial technology company that had been known as Square, Inc. after it announced that it was changing its name to Block, Inc. Square has operated the “Cash App” since 2013, though it was originally called “Square Cash.” Over time, the app has gone from being only a peer-to-peer payment system to [...]

On April Fool’s Day many years ago, an online gaming store modified its Terms of Use, adding the following clause: By placing an order via this Web site…, you agree to grant Us a non transferable option to claim, for now and for ever more, your immortal soul. Should We wish to exercise this option, you agree to surrender your [...]

Our office often receives scam trademark and corporate notices through the US Postal Service and email. Because of the prevalence of such scams, you should always read what appear to be official notices extremely carefully. Scam requests typically look like invoices or letters, often containing false due dates or threats about loss of rights if you do not send payment [...]

Oregon State Law Update Paid Leave Insurance Oregon’s new Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance program allows workers in Oregon to take paid time off for family, medical, and “safe” leave. Safe leave is leave related to domestic violence, harassment, stalking, or sexual assault. Payroll contributions begin in January 2023, and workers will be able to apply for benefits in [...]

Part 1 (Federal Law) EEOC on Caregiver Duties In March, the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) issued guidance on The COVID-19 Pandemic and Caregiver Discrimination Under Federal Employment Discrimination Laws. These guidelines remind employers that it is unlawful to discriminate against a person with caregiving responsibilities when the discrimination is based on an applicant’s or employee’s sex (including pregnancy, [...]

In March, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) issued Guidance on Web Accessibility and the ADA. This guidance explains how businesses open to the public can ensure that their websites are accessible to people with disabilities as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA requires businesses that are open to the public to provide equal enjoyment of their [...]

If you’re involved in a legal dispute, it’s important for you to understand how the money you might receive, whether as part of a settlement or as awarded by a court or arbitrator, will be taxed. The Internal Revenue Code states that all income—from whatever source derived—is taxable unless exempted by another section of the code. This means that unless [...]