12/1/2015
Local Bankruptcy Court Case Notes - In re Watt, 520 BR 834 (Bankr D Or 2014) READ MORE
10/22/2015
In September, both the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the National Credit Union Administration issued public reports touting the reach and improvements in their consumer complaint portals. READ MORE
6/25/2015
Credit union overdraft protection programs have endured a long, slow strangling for years. Is it time to just return NSF items? READ MORE
7/22/2014
Kelly Tilden advises companies when developing a personal appearance policy to state clear objective standards and apply such policy consistently. READ MORE
1/6/2014
There are many attractive opportunities for investment in real estate, particularly triple net properties. There are also several complexities to such investments, and an informed buyer can minimize risk by being prepared. READ MORE
12/6/2013
Credit union losses from CUSO operations are infrequent, but the magnitude of recent CUSO losses has led to increased regulation. READ MORE
8/1/2013
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) will not likely subject your credit union to an examination. Yet, the agency's newly updated exam procedures can serve as valuable tools for surviving new regulations. READ MORE
8/1/2013
As summer temperatures rise, so should employers' awareness of staff 's office attire. During the summer, employers often are confronted with sticky situations involving workplace dress codes. READ MORE
7/15/2013
When a person or a business finds the ideal commercial space, the next step is lease negotiation. The commercial lease is far different from the more familiar residential lease or rental agreement. READ MORE
6/1/2013
Most credit unions have confidentiality policies that prohibit unauthorized disclosures of financial matters concerning members and credit union business. But policies that impinge on employees' right to discuss salary... READ MORE