What is a deposition?

If you sue someone, or if someone else sues you, there is a good chance that you might be required to sit down in an office, swear an oath to tell the truth, and answer questions from the other side’s lawyer. That process is called a deposition. There is no judge or jury at a…

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Tenant Evictions in Oregon

Landlords sometimes try to kick tenants out of the homes they’re renting. If the tenant doesn’t move out voluntarily, the landlord must take the tenant to court. We call that court process “eviction.” Some people refer to it as F.E.D., but it’s easier to just call it eviction. If you are a tenant (as opposed…

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