Author: Erling Hanna
Changes coming to retroactive temporary disability authorizations in Oregon
In our prior blog post, here, we discussed the changes coming under House Bill 4138, as it relates to claim closure and overpayment issues. We turn now to the changes to temporary disability issues. These changes go into effect on January 1, 2024. The first amendment permits the attending physician…
Complexities with CRPS as a new/omitted condition, and positioning to win the battle in Oregon Workers’ Compensation
The cause of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is not well understood. It is a form of chronic pain, usually affecting an arm or leg, and typically develops after an injury, surgery, stroke, or heart attack. A diagnosis of CRPS should include disproportionate pain symptoms compared the severity of the…
One strike, and you’re out. The two-prongs of the “work-connection” test in Oregon.
There is a fine line employers must consider regarding injuries sustained by employees who are not on property or areas under the employer’s control, and it can be difficult to determine the moment an employer is responsible for processing such injuries. Employers who provide clients with in-home care, undertaken by…
