Penalty Reinstated on SAIF for Closing Claim

The Oregon Court of Appeals reinstated a penalty against the SAIF Corp. for failing to obtain clarification about the extent of a housekeeper’s impairment prior to closing her claim. Case: In the Matter of the Compensation of Alvarado-DePineda, Nos. 1703539 and A168686, 09/10/2020, published. Facts and procedural history: Maria D. Alvarado-DePineda worked for the Campus Inn as a housekeeper. She injured her right shoulder and knee while at work in March 2015. SAIF Corp. provided workers’ compensation insurance coverage for Campus Inn and accepted liability for the injuries. In ...