Reminder! New denial appeal language required as of November 1, 2024.
By Amy C. Osenar, Attorney at Law I was pleased to recently serve, alongside other industry representatives, on a WCB…
Workers’ Compensation Defense Blog
Worker Requested Medical Examination
By Kolbi Trebbien, Attorney at Law ORS 656.325(1)(e) and OAR 436-060-0147(1) provide a way for an injured worker to request…
Changes to Disbursement of Settlement Proceeds in Oregon
The Oregon Worker’s Compensation Board recently authorized attorneys for injured workers to accept up to 25% of the total settlement amount without limitations. Prior rules capped the 25% attorney fee recovery up to $50,000.00 per Disputed Claim Settlement or Claim Disposition Agreement and 10% beyond this sum. The anticipated effective date for this rule change is September 3, 2024.
Authorization to Work in the U.S. No Longer an Eligibility Requirement for Vocational Assistance
By: Lorrie H. Spencer, Attorney at Law Effective July 1, 2024, workers who are unauthorized to work in the United…
Rule Change for Subsequent Temporary Disability Payment Schedule
By: Lorrie H. Spencer, Attorney at Law Effective July 1, 2024, Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 436-060-0150(4)(b), regarding the schedule for…