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Paying Executives is Complicated
Paying Executives is Complicated Posted by Olivia Steelman, Compensation Consultant on Monday, February 16, 2026 Tags: Compensation Outpacing frontline worker wage gains, executive pay has increased dramatically over the past several decades and continues to grow as leaders are faced with managing business activities in increasingly complex and risky macroeconomic environments. According to Pearl Meyer’s annual research…
Read MoreBills We Are Watching This Session
Bills We Are Watching This Session Posted by Cascade Compliance Team on Monday, February 16, 2026 1:00 pm Tags: Alert, Compliance Oregon’s short legislative session is in full swing and includes several employment-related bills that we are currently monitoring. Here is a brief overview of what we are watching: Oregon HB 4089 – This bill expands…
Read MoreDo Meal Breaks Under 30 Minutes Have to Be Paid?
Do Meal Breaks Under 30 Minutes Have to Be Paid? Posted by Cascade Compliance Team on Monday, February 9, 2026 Tags: Compensation, Compliance Meal breaks might seem like a simple part of the workday, but in Oregon, the law has very specific requirements about how they must be provided and when they must be paid. Understanding these…
Read MoreConflict Avoidance and Passive-Aggressive Communication at Work
Conflict Avoidance and Passive-Aggressive Communication at Work Posted by Plummer Bailor, MA, Leadership Development Consultant on Monday, February 2, 2026 Tags: Communication If your team avoids conflict, it can feel peaceful at first. No tension. No tough conversations. No awkward meetings where someone “says the thing nobody wants to say.” But here’s the truth many leaders learn…
Read MoreBehind the Buzz: The Truth About AI’s Capabilities and Its Job Impact
Behind the Buzz: The Truth About AI’s Capabilities and Its Job Impact Posted by Margaret Oglesby, Compensation Consultant on Monday, January 26, 2026 Tags: Technology AI has quickly become one of the most dominant forces in workplace conversations, shaping everything from executive strategy meetings to everyday employee concerns. The pace of innovation has fueled big expectations about…
Read MorePaid Leave Oregon Employer Best Practices
Paid Leave Oregon Employer Best Practices Posted by Mackenzie Cowan, HR Consultant on Monday, January 12, 2026 Tags: Leave Laws Paid Leave Oregon has become one of the most difficult leaves in Oregon to navigate. From limited communications from the Oregon Employment Department, delays in application processing, or employees just not communicating, it has often left employers…
Read MoreNew Rules for Paid Leave Oregon
New Rules for Paid Leave Oregon Posted by Cascade Compliance Team, Posting January 8, 2026 Tags: Alert, Leave Laws On December 29, 2025, the Oregon Employment Department (OED) finalized new Paid Leave Oregon administrative rules that went into effect on January 1, 2026. Here is a summary of the changes: The rules limit the amount…
Read MoreAI in Compensation: Driving Insight Without Reinforcing Bias
AI in Compensation: Driving Insight Without Reinforcing Bias Posted by [Margaret Oglesby, Compensation Consultant on Monday, January 5, 2026 Tags: Technology As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into HR and compensation practices, it’s critical to understand its broader influence on the overall function. Many professionals are turning to AI as a potential solution to minimize bias…
Read MoreYear-End Wins and What Comes Next: Make the Most of Your Membership in 2026
Year-End Wins and What Comes Next: Make the Most of Your Membership in 2026 Posted by Carolyn Culley, MAEd, MS, Workplace Learning Consultant on Monday, December 29, 2025 Tags: Leadership Pause, Reflect and Recognize What’s Working As the year winds down, it’s the perfect time to pause and celebrate all that you and your team have accomplished.…
Read MoreLiving Wages: Bridging the Gap Between the Cost of Labor and the Cost of Living
Living Wages: Bridging the Gap Between the Cost of Labor and the Cost of Living Posted by Olivia Steelman, Compensation Consultant on Monday, December 22, 2025 Tags: Compensation Understanding what it truly means to pay a living wage is more important than ever. As organizations navigate rising costs, tight labor markets, and growing expectations for fair pay,…
Read More2026 National Business Trends Survey Highlights Employer Resilience Amid Economic Concerns
2026 National Business Trends Survey Highlights Employer Resilience Amid Economic Concerns Posted by McKenna Arnold, Survey and Research Manager on Monday, December 15, 2025 Tags: Surveys The Employers Associations of America (EAA) has released its 2026 National Business Trends Survey, offering valuable insights into the economic expectations, workforce priorities, and organizational strategies shaping employer decision-making across the…
Read MoreUnderstanding Employee Religious Accommodations Under Federal Law (and What It Means for Oregon & Washington Employers)
Understanding Employee Religious Accommodations Under Federal Law (and What It Means for Oregon & Washington Employers) Posted by Caitlin Egeck, JD, HR and Compliance Manager on Monday, December 8, 2025 Tags: Compliance As religious accommodation requests become more common in today’s workplaces, many employers in Oregon and Washington are left wondering what exactly they’re required to do,…
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