Oregon Legal Research Blog

Published on: August 31, 2011

Researching “Criminal Justice” versus Researching “The Law”

By Laura Orr

…The field of criminal justice also has many of its own research resources that are completely separate from legal research resources. Both fields of study have roots…

Published on: April 18, 2014

Which Legal Sites Did Heartbleed Affect?

By Laura Orr

See Robert Ambrogi’s LawSites: Which Legal Sites Did Heartbleed Affect?…

Published on: March 24, 2010

Oregon Public Law Libraries: Most Frequently Made Referrals

By Laura Orr

Each Oregon county law library could list its own FAQ (frequently asked questions) referrals, but here are mine: 1) Landlord-tenant law: a )The Landlord-Tenant info at Legal Aid Services…

Published on: June 26, 2007

Oregon Legal Research Tips

By Laura Orr

The May issue of the Lane County Law Library Newsletter is out and features articles on legal research tips and the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, and a link to…

Published on: February 8, 2009

Missing Bodies and Death Declarations (with a side of road kill and zombie debt – oh my!)

By Laura Orr

…Legal Research and the Living so … full speed ahead. (Previous posts about road kill & zombie debt.) 1) Check your state laws, forms, and procedures first…

Published on: July 11, 2023

Guardianship of a Minor

By Amy Gregory

How did we answer that? Guardianship of a Minor I had a patron come in looking for information about becoming the legal guardian of their grandchildren. The parents were…

Published on: August 21, 2007

Today in Legal History

By Laura Orr

…speech? Need a hook for a speech right now? Need a brief but educational break from the report you’re writing? Visit Today in Legal History at Findlaw….

Published on: September 20, 2013

Improvements to the Oregon Legal Research Blog: Tags and Comments

By Laura Orr

News from Oregon Legal Research Central: 1) We now have a Tag Cloud at the blog (right side, scroll down). Let me know if it works for you or…

Published on: June 16, 2010

Oregon Writs of Assistance

By Laura Orr

…Security Interests” (OSB CLE Deskbook) You may also want to consult an attorney for legal information and advice. DISCLAIMER: 1) The information provided on this blog is for research purposes…

Published on: July 1, 2008

Oregon Non-Profits and Volunteer Legal and Self-help Resources

By Laura Orr

Oregon has excellent resources for non-profits and volunteers, whether you run one, serve on a board, want to work at one, or want to start one: 1) Connectipedia…