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The Beaver State is a fantastic place to work, and its employment laws cover just about every situation you can find yourself in at your job. From defining the state’s minimum wage, overtime pay, and pay day requirements, to regulating more complex issues like union membership and organization, Oregon’s employment statutes cover just about everything. The state also has legal safeguards for employees who report their employers’ violations of laws. Commonly known as “whistleblowers,” regulations protect them from being retaliated against or fired. There are even laws that cover which holidays you should get off work, or if your boss needs to give you holiday pay for holiday work. Choose a topic from the list below for detailed information on employment laws in Oregon.
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Oregon Legal Holidays Laws
Oregon, like all other states, has laws on the books that dictate what days are legal holidays. Learn about what constitutes a legal holiday in Oregon.
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Oregon Right to Work Laws
While many states have so-called “right to work” laws that prevent any industry from requiring workers to join a union, Oregon has no such statute. Learn about Oregon’s treatment of labor unions.
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Oregon Civil Rights Laws
On top of federal protections, Oregon law provides its residents with a wide range of civil rights and protections. Read this article to learn more about the state’s civil rights laws.
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Oregon Whistleblower Laws
Oregon’s whistleblower laws protect employees from retaliation for reporting unethical or illegal acts by their employers to the proper authorities. Learn more about the specifics of these protections here.
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