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Workers Compensation in Oregon is a system that provides benefits to employees who suffer job-related injuries or illnesses. It is a form of insurance purchased by employers to cover medical expenses, lost wages, and rehabilitation costs for their employees in case of work-related accidents or illnesses.

Most employees in Oregon are eligible for Workers Compensation benefits. This includes both full-time and part-time employees, as well as temporary and seasonal workers. However, independent contractors, volunteers, domestic workers, and certain agricultural workers may not be covered.

To file a Workers Compensation claim in Oregon, you should: 1. Report the injury or illness to your employer immediately. 2. Seek necessary medical treatment for your condition. 3. Fill out a Form 801 (Worker's and Employer's Report of Occupational Injury or Disease) and submit it to the Oregon Workers' Compensation Division. 4. Follow any additional instructions provided by your employer, insurer, or the Workers' Compensation Division during the claim process.

The primary form needed to file a Workers Compensation claim in Oregon is the Form 801 (Worker's and Employer's Report of Occupational Injury or Disease). Additional forms such as Form 827 (Authorization to Communicate Health Information) or Form 827 (Work Status Report) may be required at specific stages of the claim process. Your employer or the Workers' Compensation Division can provide you with the necessary forms.

In Oregon, you should report a work-related injury or illness to your employer as soon as possible. Ideally, you should report it within 90 days of the incident or the discovery of an occupational disease. Immediate reporting helps ensure the timely processing of your Workers Compensation claim.

Oregon Workers Compensation Detailed Guide

  • Workers Compensation Oregon forms refer to the documents that workers and employers in Oregon need to fill out in order to report workplace injuries and initiate the workers' compensation claims process. These forms play a crucial role in ensuring that injured workers receive medical treatment and financial compensation for their work-related injuries or illnesses.

  • The main types of Workers Compensation Oregon forms include:

    • 1. Form 801: Report of Job Injury or Illness
    • 2. Form 827: Worker's and Physician's Report for Workers' Compensation
    • 3. Form 827B: Attending Physician's Permanent Partial Disability Rating
    • 4. Form 827C: Attending Physician's Permanent Total Disability Rating
    • 5. Form 846: Supplemental Report of Accident
    • 6. Form 827D: Claim Disposition Agreement
    • 7. Form 291: Employer's Report of Injury or Disease
    • 8. Form 294: Insurer's Initial Notice of Permanent Total Disability

  • To fill out Workers Compensation Oregon forms, follow these steps:

    1. 1. Obtain the required form from the State of Oregon Workers' Compensation Division website or your employer.
    2. 2. Read the instructions on the form carefully to understand its purpose and what information is required.
    3. 3. Provide your personal information such as name, address, contact details, and social security number.
    4. 4. Describe the nature of your injury or illness, including the date, time, and location of the incident.
    5. 5. If necessary, provide details of any witnesses to the incident.
    6. 6. If seeking medical treatment, fill in the section related to your healthcare provider, including their contact information.
    7. 7. Sign and date the form, certifying that the information provided is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge.
    8. 8. Submit the completed form to your employer or the appropriate workers' compensation authority as instructed on the form.