Oregon Reporter Podcast

Oregon Law News, May 2026 (S3:E1)

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) ***********************************  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 [https://www.oregonreporterpodcast.com/mcle-reporting-instructions].  ***********************************  Show Notes State of New Mexico, ex rel. v. Meta Platforms, Inc. et al * NMDOJ link [https://nmdoj.gov/press-release/new-mexico-department-of-justice-wins-landmark-verdict-against-meta/#:~:text=Meta%20Platforms%2C%20Inc.%20trial%20found%20Meta%20liable,safety%20of%20its%20platforms%20and%20endangering%20children.] * BBC link [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cql75dn07n2o] * Reuters link [https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/jury-orders-meta-pay-375-mln-new-mexico-lawsuit-over-child-sexual-exploitation-2026-03-24/] * Tech Policy link [https://www.techpolicy.press/tracker/new-mexico-v-meta-inc-and-mark-zuckerberg/] * Justia: dockets & filings link [https://dockets.justia.com/docket/new-mexico/nmdce/1:2023cv01115/496039] * Complaint: link [https://nmag.gov/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/2023-12-05-NM-v.-Meta-et-al.-COMPLAINT-REDACTED.pdf] KGM v. Meta et al * BBC link [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c747x7gz249o] * NY Times link [https://www.nytimes.com/2026/03/25/technology/social-media-trial-verdict.html] NIA v. Bank of America, N.A. * Justia link [https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/ca9/24-6187/24-6187-2026-04-13.html?utm_source=summary-newsletters&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2026-04-14-u-s-court-of-appeals-for-the-ninth-circuit-90f1bd9423&utm_content=text-case-title-1] RPC 1.5C Revisions * Oregon Bar Writeup (starts on page 9) LINK [https://www.osbar.org/bulletin/issues/2026/2026April/index.html] Hobby Distillers Association v. US DOJ * Decision LINK [https://hobbydistillersassociation.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/McNutt-op.pdf]  * Reuters LINK [https://www.reuters.com/legal/government/us-appeals-court-declares-158-year-old-home-distilling-ban-unconstitutional-2026-04-10/] * HDA Release LINK [https://hobbydistillersassociation.com/2026/04/11/hda-wins-in-fifth-circuit/] ***********************************  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 [http://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 [http://wlrlaw.com/] for more information. ***********************************  Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast:  Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast [http://patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast] *********************************** Intro/Outro Music:  “Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] “Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] 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 [info@oregonreporterpodcast.com]

Abuse Reporting with Geordie Duckler (S2:E12)

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) *********************************** 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 [https://www.oregonreporterpodcast.com/mcle-reporting-instructions]. *********************************** Show Notes * State v. Suttles, 287 Or. 3 (1979) [https://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=13191292638766256306&q=state+v.+Suttles+287+Or.+15&hl=en&as_sdt=6,38] * State ex rel. Juvenile Dep't of Multnomah Cty. v. Spencer, 198 Or App 599 (2005) [https://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=17073719949856654181&q=198+Or+App+599&hl=en&as_sdt=6,38] * State v. Evans, 260 Or App 270 (2013) [https://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=10918738856359470900&q=260+Or+App+270+&hl=en&as_sdt=4,38] 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 *********************************** 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 [http://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 [http://wlrlaw.com/] for more information. *********************************** Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast: Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast [http://patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast] *********************************** Intro/Outro Music: “Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] “Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] 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 [info@oregonreporterpodcast.com]

Oregon Law News, March 2026 (S2:E11)

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) ***********************************  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 [https://www.oregonreporterpodcast.com/mcle-reporting-instructions].  ***********************************  Oregon Senate Bill 1507 * Legislative overview: LINK [https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2026R1/Measures/Overview/SB1507] * Capital Chronicle: LINK [https://oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2026/02/25/oregon-will-partially-disconnect-state-tax-code-from-new-federal-code-to-curb-revenue-loss/] * OPB (older): LINK [https://www.opb.org/article/2026/02/16/oregon-bill-rejecting-some-trump-tax-cuts-clears-state-senate/] NAW vs. DEQ, OEC, OR AG:  * Commentary (new): LINK [https://www.shb.com/intelligence/client-alerts/copy-of-acu/2026/zaleski-oregon-extended-producer-responsibility], LINK [https://www.stinson.com/newsroom-publications-enforcement-of-oregons-epr-law-enjoined-by-federal-district-court-creating-additional-uncertainty-for-producers] * Legal Summary: LINK [https://www.lawbc.com/litigation-under-oregons-packaging-epr-law-what-producers-should-know/], LINK [https://www.gklaw.com/Insights/Extended-Producer-Responsibility-Laws--What-Companies-Need-to-Know.htm] * Complaint: LINK [https://www.naw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/2025-07-30-NAW-Complaint.pdf] State v. Roberts * Guardian: LINK [https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/feb/05/oregon-supreme-court-ruling-attorney-shortage] * OPB: LINK [https://www.opb.org/article/2026/02/05/oregon-supreme-court-ruling-criminal-charges-dismiss-defendant-no-lawyer/] * Decision: LINK [https://cdm17027.contentdm.oclc.org/digital/collection/p17027coll3/id/16693/rec/1] LEARNING RESOURCES, INC., ET AL. v. TRUMP * Opinion: LINK [https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/25pdf/24-1287_4gcj.pdf] * Summary: LINK [https://legalytics.substack.com/p/learning-resources-inc-v-trump-an] ***********************************  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 [http://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 [http://wlrlaw.com/] for more information. ***********************************  Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast:  Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast [http://patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast] *********************************** Intro/Outro Music:  “Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] “Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] 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 [info@oregonreporterpodcast.com]

Oregon Law News, February 2026 (S2:E10)

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) ***********************************  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 [https://www.oregonreporterpodcast.com/mcle-reporting-instructions].  ***********************************  INSINKERATOR, LLC V. JONECA COMPANY, LLC Case Link [https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/ca9/25-286/25-286-2025-12-29.html?utm_source=summary-newsletters&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2025-12-30-u-s-court-of-appeals-for-the-ninth-circuit-fdf9bfc4ca&utm_content=text-case-title-1] MILLIKEN V. BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Case Link [https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/ca9/24-4498/24-4498-2025-12-29.html?utm_source=summary-newsletters&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2025-12-30-u-s-court-of-appeals-for-the-ninth-circuit-fdf9bfc4ca&utm_content=text-case-title-4] HOWARD V. REPUBLICAN NATIONAL COMMITTEE Case Link [https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/appellate-courts/ca9/23-3826/23-3826-2026-01-13.html?utm_source=summary-newsletters&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2026-01-14-u-s-court-of-appeals-for-the-ninth-circuit-41e113fd3a&utm_content=text-case-title-2] ***********************************  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 [http://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 [http://wlrlaw.com/] for more information. ***********************************  Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast:  Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast [http://patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast] *********************************** Intro/Outro Music:  “Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] “Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] 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 [info@oregonreporterpodcast.com]

One Lawyer Talking to Another, with Bryan Welch and Sarah E. (S2:E9)

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) ***********************************  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 [https://www.oregonreporterpodcast.com/mcle-reporting-instructions].  ***********************************  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 [https://oaap.org/] ***********************************  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 [http://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 [http://wlrlaw.com/] for more information. ***********************************  Support The Oregon Reporter Podcast:  Support us at patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast [http://patreon.com/OregonReporterPodcast] *********************************** Intro/Outro Music:  “Happy Boy Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] “Happy Boy End Theme,” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetch.com [http://incompetch.com/]) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License Creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [https://gate.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2FCreativecommons.org%2Flicenses%2Fby.3.0%2F&token=a993eb-1-1593519159485] 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 [info@oregonreporterpodcast.com]