Oregon Supreme Court Reviews Employer Liability Law in Bock v. Vigor Works LLC
The Oregon Supreme Court is reviewing Bock v. Vigor Works LLC, a case impacting premises liability and the Oregon Employer Liability Law (ELL). The central issue is whether a property owner’s broad, facility-wide safety guidelines constitute an “exercise of control” over an independent contractor’s specific safety practices.
Lawmakers Propose 2026 Reform for Recreational Liability Waivers
Oregon lawmakers are preparing to reform recreational liability waivers in the 2026 legislative session due to soaring insurance premiums affecting the recreational tourism industry. Proposed reforms aim to balance consumer protection and business sustainability by defining waiver enforceability.
Clarifying Landlord Liability for Common Area Injuries Under ORLTA
The Oregon Supreme Court has clarified landlord liability for tenant injuries in common areas. The Court clarified that landlords are not strictly liable; liability hinges on whether the landlord knew or should have known about a hazardous condition and failed to remediate it promptly.
$15.8 Million Jury Verdict Against Hillsboro Topgolf Spotlights Unsafe Property Design Liability
A jury awarded $15.8 million against Topgolf in Hillsboro, Oregon, highlighting liability for unsafe property design. The core argument was foreseeability: the risk of patrons falling was known and could have been mitigated with reasonable design modifications and standard safety barriers. This verdict signals severe financial consequences for businesses prioritizing aesthetics over safety.
Court Overturns $12M Punitive Damages in Trebelhorn v. Prime Wimbledon
The Oregon Supreme Court overturned a $12 million punitive damages award, deeming it constitutionally excessive. The Court’s review focused on the Due Process Clause of the Fourteenth Amendment, analyzing the ratio between compensatory and punitive damages.
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