The Court of Appeals of the state of Oregon held that the Workers' Compensation Board (the Board) has the authority to suspend the benefits of a claimant who refuses to comply with orders regarding medical examinations and therapy.
In Jordan v. SAIF Corporation, No. A116152, 02/16/2005, Jordan injured his knees in 1986 while working for SAIF Corporation (SAIF). The claim was closed in 1987 and the aggravation rights expired in 1992. In 2000, at Jordan's request, the Board ordered the claim reopened for reconstructive surgery and payment of temporary total disability. After surgery, Jordan...
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