Bureau of Labor and Industries News

Ex-workers Sue Over Pay on Oregon Public Projects

Former workers on public projects say in a federal court suit in Eugene, Ore. they were underpaid and have asked for more than $3.5 million. The Eugene Register-Guard reported the suit names four former workers as plaintiffs but was filed …

Oregon Senate Oks Workplace Protections For Interns

The Oregon Legislature has agreed to extend workplace protections against harassment and discrimination to unpaid interns. The Senate unanimously passed HB 2669, sending it to Gov. John Kitzhaber, who intends to sign it. The House unanimously passed the bill last …