Board's Rejection of Defense Didn't Mean Combined Condition Must Be Accepted

The Oregon Court of Appeals ruled that an employer properly closed an injured worker’s claim without any benefits for permanent impairment or work disability. Case: In the Matter of Compensation of Griffin, Nos. 1305593 and A160696, 02/27/2019, published. Facts: Jason Griffin worked for Dish Network Services as a satellite dish installer. He began complaining of pain after twisting his back while at work in February 2011. Griffin filed a workers’ compensation claim, describing his injury as a low back strain. Dish denied liability, asserting that the primary contributing cause ...