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Spousal Support in Oregon (Alimony)
A common question in divorces is whether one of the spouses is entitled to spousal support in Oregon (spousal support is Oregon’s terminology for alimony). An additional related question is how the court is going [...]
Pet Trusts – Planning for Pets
Schrock Law Office does estate planning for pets, including pet trusts! Many people, understandably, want to make provisions for their pets as part of their estate plan. But, because pets are considered personal property in [...]
Supreme Court Says Rock Group “The Slants” Can Trademark Name
In a recent case shooting down the trademark disparagement clause, U.S. Supreme Court has held that the rock band “The Slants” have the right to a trademark on their name. The opinion in the case, [...]
Oregon’s Law on Non-Competition Agreements – A Brief Overview
A. Introduction A noncompetition agreement in the employment context is a contract under which the employee agrees not to compete against the employer for a specified period, usually within a specified geographic area. Although a [...]
Uninsured Motorist Coverage Claims
In Oregon, every motor vehicle bodily injury liability policy must contain uninsured motorist coverage in an amount of at least $25,000. The amount must be the same as the limit for bodily injury liability, unless [...]
Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress in Oregon
In December, 2016, the Oregon Supreme Court recognized the tort of negligent infliction of emotional distress without a physical impact. Philibert v. Kluser, 360 OR 698 (2016). This was a change. Since 1986, Oregon law [...]