The short answer is no. Workers' comp pay is 2/3 of your average weekly wage at the time of the injury. So, if you are working only part time...

Oregon law only allows medical providers to bill certain amounts for medical treatment related to workers' compensation injuries. Your doctor will...

As a caregiver can I sue my employer for being kicked the the face by a patient. ?

No. You can file a workers' comp claim, but not a lawsuit. You should file the claim right away to get coverage for treatment and missed time...

Employee background check and losing a job offer ?

Yes, this is legal in Oregon. An employer can rescind a job offer for pretty much any reason. They cannot discriminate on some factors such as...

Will my employer continue to pay WC while I’m on a pre-planned international trip?

You will need to use PTO for the time period you are on vacation and will not also get time loss for that period. The time loss will then resume...

Is it legal for a doctor to change or alter your medications without first consulting you?

This sounds like a medical malpractice issue. It is not illegal, but may be unethical and/or negligent. You will want to consult with a medical...

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I got hurt on the job working through a agency pain in shoulder I am currently doing light duty work?

You should return the call. The claims adjuster is required to investigate a new workers' comp claim and that is likely what they are doing. This...

Can I look for and hopefully get a new job if I'm currently under workers comp with my last job that let me go?

You will get time loss from the workers' comp insurer until you are released to regular work. The company can fight this by saying they terminated...

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Yes, you will get a permanent impairment award which is a financial lump sum. This will be part of the Notice of Closure once you are done with...

Possibly. It may be a consequential condition. If you have a diagnosis that is caused in major part by the work injury, that new diagnosis will...