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…
Category: Uncategorized
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.
Annual Adjustments to Benefits Effective July 1, 2024
Author: Sarah M. Busch-Weiss, Attorney at Law Every year, the Oregon Workers’ Compensation Division revises Bulletin No. 111 regarding the…