There are many times when animosity and misunderstanding arise between landlords and tenants. This guide is designed to give both parties a working knowledge of the law governing their relationship, and a basic overview of the rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants.Written in clear and understandable terms by an Oregon lawyer specializing in landlord and tenant law, this comprehensive book will help both landlords and tenants resolve disputes without having to take expensive legal action, and it will help to avoid problems before they arise.This updated edition covers the many changes made to the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act.

Welcome to the State of Oregon Notary Public Guide. This publication describes the duties and responsibilities involved in carrying out your notarial commission. It covers laws and rules, Attorney General's opinions, state policy, and common sense guidelines based on broad experience and familiarity with case law. It is your responsibility as a notary public to understand and carry out the laws and administrative rules of the State of Oregon as they relate to notaries. Failure to follow these laws could leave you liable to recovery of damages and subject to fines and other penalties. Familiarity with the Notary Public Guide will reduce that risk. No matter how much this guide covers, it will always miss some situation or special need you and your client may encounter.

This in-depth examination of water law and management in Oregon provides a compelling perspective on a major environmental issues in the American West--the region's diminishing water supply. Bastasch offers thorough yet accessible explanations of a variety of water issues and controversies, bringing focus and clarity to a murky, complex subject. From Oregonians seeking interesting facts about their state's water riches to water specialists and users in need of a handy reference to Oregon's water law, the handbook offers a key to understanding how we use this precious and scarce resource.

This series covers the federal, state, and local regulations imposed on small businesses, with concise, friendly and up-to-the-minute advice on each critical step of starting your own business.