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SBH Legal is a litigation firm emphasizing representation of employers, insurers and claims administrators in all matters relating to employment including workers’ compensation, Longshore, OSHA, wage and hour, discrimination and related litigation.

16th Annual SBH Legal Washington Workshop

Save the date for the 16th Annual SBH Legal Washington Workshop—March 6, 2026. Outstanding speakers, timely topics, virtual challenges, prizes, and Washington CLE credits available.

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The Oregonian Top Work Places 2025

The Oregonian Names SBH Legal A Winner Of The Oregon And Southwestern Washington Top Workplaces, Third Year In A Row!

The votes are in! For the third year in a row, SBH is on the Oregonian Top Workplaces list! The 2025 Top Workplaces of Oregon and Southwestern Washington are based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey. As in years past, the survey measures culture drivers in engagement, connection, alignment, and more.

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We believe employers want their attorneys to possess superior litigation skills and be accessible to provide targeted advice and training to prevent everyday issues from becoming lawsuits.

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SBH Legal has a highly-qualified group of litigation lawyers who provide a full spectrum of litigation services to clients throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

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Every attorney at SBH Legal is licensed to practice in Oregon, and our representation of employers, insurers and related parties is enhanced by our active involvement in the legal community.

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In Washington, we represent both self-insured and state-fund employers. We have a reputation for providing efficient, cost-effective and dedicated service.

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We help clients understand and implement OSHA standards. We represent employers in several western states, across a spectrum of industries.

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We provide our clients efficient, results-oriented representation that exceed expectations. Our practice is anchored in Portland, but extends from Alaska to California and beyond.

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Is That Claim Valid in Washington? A Brief Refresher

March 5th, 2026

When a claim is initially filed, the first determination must be whether the claim is an injury or occupational disease. These two claim types are handled differently and have separate requirements. We can break down validity for both an injury and an occupational disease. Industrial Injury Claim When confirming validity,…

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What can the Oregon Workers’ Compensation Board consider before applying the First Responders Presumption under ORS 656.802(7)(b)?

February 23rd, 2026

Certain first responders are entitled to a presumption of compensability when a preponderance of medical evidence from a psychiatrist or psychologist establishes the worker has more likely than not satisfied the DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for post-traumatic stress disorder (“PTSD”) or acute stress disorder. ORS 656.802(7)(b). Applicable roles include full time…

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Washington Employers – Time to Review Policies and Procedures Related to Personnel Files!

February 11th, 2026

There are new compliance deadlines in effect in Washington related to personnel files, which means it is time for employers to review their policies and procedures related to personnel files. In 2025, Washington State Legislature HB 1308 amended RCW 49.12.250 regarding employers’ obligations to respond to personnel records requests. It is critical…

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