Clearing a Cloud on Title in Oregon Real Estate Transactions
Whether you’re buying your dream home or preparing to sell property in Oregon, few things are more frustrating than having your transaction stall over an unexpected title issue. One of
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Doing Business in Australia: A Comprehensive Legal and Compliance Guide for Foreign Companies
Doing Business in Australia: A Comprehensive Legal and Compliance Guide for Foreign Companies
The US may not be Australia’s biggest trading partner, but it is easily the biggest investor in Australia. Major US corporations routinely select Australia for their South-East…
H-1B Lawsuit Challenges Trump’s $100,000 Visa Fee: What Employers Need to Know
A $100,000 fee to hire an H-1B worker. Two days’ notice. No exemptions for hospitals losing doctors or universities mid-research project.
On September 19, 2025, President Trump issued a proclamation conditioning the entry of H-1B workers on their employers paying…
FDA Declares 54% of Vapes Illegal: What Importers Must Know Now
FDA Declares 54% of Vapes Illegal: What Importers Must Know Now
According to the FDA, 54% of vape products currently sold in the United States are unauthorized and illegally distributed. On September 30, 2025, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary issued…
What Oregon Homeowners and Buyers Should Know About Zoning Changes and Property Value
Oregon Zoning: How It Affects Property Values and What You Need to Know
You found a property that checks every box: great location, solid bones, reasonable price. Before you commit to buy, remodel, or develop, ask one critical question: What…
Earnest Money Deposits in Oregon Real Estate: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
Earnest Money Deposits in Oregon Real Estate: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know
In Oregon’s competitive real estate market, earnest money disputes have become increasingly common. The average dispute now involves tens of thousands of dollars, and missed deadlines…
Registering a Trademark in Japan: What International Businesses Need to Know
Registering a Trademark in Japan: What International Businesses Need to Know
Because Japan applies a strict first-to-file rule, opportunistic filers often racing to register brands before the rightful owners can act. If you don’t secure protection early, you risk rebranding,…
The New H-1B Lottery Proposal: What Employers Need to Know
H-1B Lottery Overhaul: What Employers Need to Know About the New Wage-Based System
The H-1B lottery has always been a source of uncertainty. Every year, employers prepare registrations and hope that the odds break their way. Until now, the system…
The $100,000 H-1B Fee: What the USCIS Proclamation Really Means
The $100,000 H-1B Fee: What the USCIS Proclamation Really Means
When the White House rolled out its proclamation under INA § 212(f), it sounded like a wall was about to come down. The text tied the $100,000 requirement to entry…
The $100,000 H-1B: An Analysis
On September 19, 2025, the White House issued a proclamation that could reshape how American companies hire foreign professionals. Beginning at 12:01 AM Eastern Daylight Time on Sunday, September 21, 2025, any U.S. employer who wants to bring in an…