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Vanessa Waldref, former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington, is a partner and founding member of Singleton Schreiber’s Washington office, focusing on environmental protection, wildfire litigation, consumer ...
The Cram wildfire ignited near Willowdale in central Oregon on July 13, 2025, and has quickly become the largest wildfire in the country this year. The massive blaze has scorched more than 95,000 acres across Jefferson, Wasco, and Crook counties, with firefighters working tirelessly to keep it from growing even larger. Fueled by dry conditions, high winds, and steep terrain, the fire has already destroyed two homes and 14 outbuildings, threatening hundreds more and prompting widespread evacuations.
Although cooler weather and increased humidity in recent days have helped slow ...
Speaking up about serious workplace issues, such as safety violations, fraud, or harassment, takes courage, especially in a unionized environment where workplace issues are addressed through established procedures. If you’ve witnessed illegal or unethical behavior and are considering reporting it, it’s crucial to understand your rights as a whistleblower and the protections available to you.