Oregon Reporter Podcast

Oregon Reporter Podcast
Oregon Law News, August 2026 (S3:E4)
Date of Publishing: August 3, 2026
MCLE ID No: 135796
(Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department)
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This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one General MCLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript. 
For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE. 
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Show Notes:
USA v. Hemani, 608 U. S. ____ (2026)
Opinion
18 USC § 922(g)
Harris Sliwoski Blog Post
USA v. Henriksen, No. 23-2132
Opinion
LA Times
Relator, LLC v. Erskine, 25-2073
Opinion
Comet Technologies v. XP Power, 23-15709
Opinion 
Cannon v. USA, 24-1317
Opinion
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This Episode’s Sponsors: 
CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com. CC Reporting: we've got you covered. 
Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com for more information.
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Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast: 
Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast
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Intro/Outro Music: 
“Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
“Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission. 
For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com

Oregon Reporter Podcast
Contract Lawyering with Vivian Solomon 
Date of Publishing: July 7, 2026
MCLE ID No: 135024
(Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department)
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This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one Practical Skills MCLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript. 
For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE. 
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Show Notes:
PLF Contract Lawyering Checklist 
Common Issues and Considerations
Contract Project Intake Sheet
Contract Project Letter of Understanding
Letter Declining Contract Project
Contract Project Assignment
 
Though Vivian assured us she is not currently seeking new contracts, you can find her website HERE
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This Episode’s Sponsors: 
CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com. CC Reporting: we've got you covered. 
Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com for more information.
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Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast: 
Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast
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Intro/Outro Music: 
“Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
“Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission. 
For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com 

Oregon Reporter Podcast
Beyond the Bar: People Skills for Attorneys, with Amanda Hvass 
Date of Publishing: June 1, 2026
MCLE ID No: 134472
(Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department)
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This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one Practical Skills CLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript. 
For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE. 
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Show Notes
This month we meet with Leadership and Team Development Consultant, Amanda Hvass to discuss people skills for attorneys, framing our conversation through the Allenbaugh Associates INTERACT Personal Strength Profile system. 
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This Episode’s Sponsors: 
CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com. CC Reporting: we've got you covered. 
Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com for more information.
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Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast: 
Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast
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Intro/Outro Music: 
“Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
“Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission. 
For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com 

Oregon Reporter Podcast
Oregon Law News, May 2026 
Date of Publishing: May 4, 2026
MCLE ID No: 132974
(Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department)
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This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one Abuse Reporting CLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript. 
For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE. 
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Show Notes
State of New Mexico, ex rel. v. Meta Platforms, Inc. et al
NMDOJ link
BBC link
Reuters link
Tech Policy link
Justia: dockets & filings link
Complaint: link
KGM v. Meta et al
BBC link
NY Times link
NIA v. Bank of America, N.A.
Justia link
RPC 1.5C Revisions
Oregon Bar Writeup (starts on page 9) LINK
Hobby Distillers Association v. US DOJ
Decision LINK 
Reuters LINK
HDA Release LINK
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This Episode’s Sponsors: 
CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com. CC Reporting: we've got you covered. 
Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com for more information.
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Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast: 
Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast
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Intro/Outro Music: 
“Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
“Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission. 
For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com

Oregon Reporter Podcast
Abuse Reporting with Geordie Duckler;
Date of Publishing: April 6, 2026
MCLE ID No: 131925
(Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department)
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This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one Abuse Reporting CLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript.
For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE.
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Show Notes
State v. Suttles, 287 Or. 3 (1979)
State ex rel. Juvenile Dep't of Multnomah Cty. v. Spencer, 198 Or App 599 (2005)
State v. Evans, 260 Or App 270 (2013)
Statutory Refences:
Mandatory reporter: ORS 419B.005(5)(m)
Duty trigger: ORS 419B.010(1)
Exception (attorneys): ORS 419B.010(1)
Mechanics: ORS 419B.015
Immunity: ORS 419B.025
Privilege limitation: ORS 419B.040
Penalties: ORS 419B.010(5), 419B.016
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This Episode’s Sponsors:
CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com. CC Reporting: we've got you covered.
Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com for more information.
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Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast:
Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast
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Intro/Outro Music:
“Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
“Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission.
For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com

Oregon Reporter Podcast
Oregon Law News, March 2026 (S2:E11); 
Date of Publishing: March 2, 2026
MCLE ID No: 131151
(Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department)
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This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one mental health / substance abuse CLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript. 
For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE. 
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Oregon Senate Bill 1507
Legislative overview: LINK
Capital Chronicle: LINK
OPB (older): LINK
NAW vs. DEQ, OEC, OR AG: 
Commentary (new): LINK, LINK
Legal Summary: LINK, LINK
Complaint: LINK
State v. Roberts
Guardian: LINK
OPB: LINK
Decision: LINK
LEARNING RESOURCES, INC., ET AL. v. TRUMP
Opinion: LINK
Summary: LINK
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This Episode’s Sponsors: 
CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com. CC Reporting: we've got you covered. 
Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com for more information.
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Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast: 
Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast
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Intro/Outro Music: 
“Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
“Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission. 
For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com

Oregon Reporter Podcast
Oregon Law News, February 2026 (S2:E10); 
Date of Publishing: February 2, 2026
MCLE ID No: 129988
(Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department)
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This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one GENERAL CLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript. 
For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE. 
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INSINKERATOR, LLC V. JONECA COMPANY, LLC
Case Link
MILLIKEN V. BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.
Case Link
HOWARD V. REPUBLICAN NATIONAL COMMITTEE
Case Link
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This Episode’s Sponsors: 
CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com. CC Reporting: we've got you covered. 
Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com for more information.
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Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast: 
Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast
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Intro/Outro Music: 
“Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
“Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission. 
For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com 

Oregon Reporter Podcast
One Lawyer Talking to Another, with Bryan Welch and Sarah E. (S2:E9); 
Date of Publishing: January 5, 2025
MCLE ID No: 129200
(Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department)
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This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one mental health / substance abuse CLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript. 
For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE. 
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Bryan Welch is an Attorney Counselor w/ the Oregon Attorney Assistance Program (OAAP).  Bryan earned his law degree from Northwestern School of Law at Lewis and Clark College in 2003. An active member of the Oregon State Bar and the Oregon Mediation Association, he practiced law for 12 years, focusing primarily on family law and mediation. Bryan, in recovery since 2001, has been actively involved in the recovery community, including the OAAP, for over 14 years. Prior to joining the OAAP staff this year, Bryan was a member of the State Lawyer Assistance Committee for over five years, including serving as chairperson in 2011 and 2012. He is currently working to earn his certification as a Drug and Alcohol counselor.
Sarah E. is an Oregon attorney who is in recovery from alcohol abuse, and who was kind enough to come on the show to share her story. 
Oregon Attorney Assistance Program
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This Episode’s Sponsors: 
CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com. CC Reporting: we've got you covered. 
Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com for more information.
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Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast: 
Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast
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Intro/Outro Music: 
“Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
“Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission. 
For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com

Oregon Reporter Podcast
Oregon Law News, December 2025 (S2:E8);
Date of Publishing: December 1, 2025
MCLE ID No: 128458
(Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department)
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This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one general CLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript.
For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE.
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Show Notes:
Morris v. West Hayden Estates First Addition Homeowners Ass’n, No. 19-35390
Opinion
Justia
FHA
The Ohio House, LLC v. City of Costa Mesa, No. 22-56181
Opinion
BBK Law Blog Post
Harvest Rock Church, Inc. v. Newsom, No. 20-56357
Opinion
Network for Public Health Law Blog Post
SCOTUS Review
Calvary Chapel Dayton Valley v. Sisolak, No. 20-16169
Opinion
Justia
SCOTUS Review
Santa Monica Nativity Scenes Committee v. City of Santa Monica, No. 13-55011
Opinion
Justia
Willamette Law Online Article
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This Episode’s Sponsors:
CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com. CC Reporting: we've got you covered.
Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com for more information.
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Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast:
Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast
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Intro/Outro Music:
“Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
“Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission.
For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com

Oregon Reporter Podcast
Oregon Law News, November 2025 (S2:E7); 
Date of Publishing: November 3, 2025
MCLE ID No: 126759
(Pending Approval by the OSB MCLE department)
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This episode of the Oregon Reporter Podcast qualifies you for one general CLE Credit (upon its approval by the OSB MCLE department), which can be self-reported on your MCLE transcript. 
For Instructions on self-reporting this credit, click HERE. 
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Show Notes: 
USA v. Jesenik
Decision
Biani v. Showtime
Opinion
Penny Dreadful
Trader Joes v. Trader Joes United
Opinion
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This Episode’s Sponsors: 
CC Reporting: providing remote court reporting services across the state of Oregon, and in-person coverage from Salem to Medford. Schedule online at CCReporting.com. CC Reporting: we've got you covered. 
Watkinson Laird Rubenstein: serving Oregon for 30 years from offices in Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, and Bend.  Business Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate transactions, and Civil Litigation.  Visit wlrlaw.com for more information.
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Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast: 
Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast
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Intro/Outro Music: 
“Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
“Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseCreativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
All Rights Reserved by Oregon Reporter Podcast, LLC; no part of this show may be reproduced, distributed, or adapted without permission. 
For all inquiries: info@oregonreporterpodcast.com