Legal Question in Workers Comp in Oregon

filing workes comp

I was diagnosed with plantar facitis,which is inflammation of the heel, and I was told by the md that I should file workmans comp as soon as possible because she feels that this is related to work because I stand anywhere from 5-8 hours or more a day while working and after about 2 hours my left heel begins to hurt and I have to limp the rest of the day. My question is should I file workmans comp or not. I am kind of afraid to do so because I am afraid of getting fired or something. what do you think? thanks


Asked on 1/07/08, 3:53 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Todd Hammond Todd S. Hammond, P.C.

Re: filing workes comp

Once your doctor informs you that your medical condition is work related--the time to file a claim starts ticking. You should follow your doctor's advice and complete an 801 claim form with your employer and 827 first report of occupational disease with your doctor. The Bureau of Labor and Industries is an Oregon agency that investigates employment discrimination including discrimination based on utilizing the workers' compensation system. If you need any help with presenting your claim or if the insurer denies the claim--appealing the claim, do not hesitate to contact me directly in Salem.

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Answered on 1/07/08, 12:39 pm


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