Lane Powell PC

Law firm of 180 attorneys providing business, employment and litigation services since 1875. Five offices are located in Washington, Oregon, Alaska and London, England. Named a Go-To Law Firm by Nordstrom and Nike in a survey by Fortune 500 general counsels. Firm engaged in American and International Law Practice, but not authorized to appear before the English Courts or to act as Solicitors.

Preparing for and Responding to Issues Relating to Flu Season and Specific Considerations Regarding the H1N1 Influenza Virus
November 2, 2009
On October 9, 2009, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission ("EEOC") updated its pandemic preparedness technical assistance document. This update is just another reminder that flu season is here. The EEOC update follows on the heels of the Secretary of Homeland Security's issuance of...

Protecting Your Lien Rights Requires Attention to Detail
November 2, 2009
The Washington Court of Appeals has issued a decision that serves as a powerful reminder of the need to adhere strictly to all requirements necessary for perfecting lien rights. In A.W.R. Construction, Inc. d/b/a Comet Roofing v. Washington Department of Labor & Industries, the court ruled that...

The SEC and CFTC Recommend Significant Changes to the Regulatory Landscape Governing Securities Derivatives and Futures Products
November 2, 2009
The Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") and Commodity Futures Trading Commission ("CFTC") issued a joint report on Friday, October 16, 2009, recommending a series of proposals to strengthen the agencies' oversight and enforcement capabilities of new securities and futures...