Committed to Your Full Rights
Portland, Oregon, Workers' Compensation Attorney
Our extensive knowledge of Oregon workers' compensation law commonly results in additional benefits that our clients were not aware of. And when injured workers are rejected or shortchanged on the initial claim, we are effective in asserting those rights on appeal.
The Law Offices of Peter Hansen in Portland is committed to securing all of your entitled workers' compensation benefits and any additional claims arising from a work-related injury. We represent all types of workers across western Oregon. Arrange a free consultation today.
Oregon Workers' Compensation Benefits
There are two main categories of compensation:
- Temporary or permanent wage loss — You receive bi-weekly benefits until you are released to return to your regular work, or are medically stationary which means you are as well as you are going to get.
- Medical care and retraining benefits — The employer pays for medical bills and ongoing treatment, and must pay for vocational rehabilitation if you can't return to your old job or a new job at 80% of what you would be making had you not been hurt.
Other benefits that may apply:
- Death benefits to the spouse or children for a work-related fatality
- Attorney fees
- Penalties for unreasonable delay or denial in paying benefits
For a lasting disability, you may be tempted to take the lump sum settlement. You should always consult an attorney to make sure this is in your best interests — you may be giving up important future rights.
Experienced Counsel and Representation
Attorney Peter O. Hansen brings 33 years of experience in Oregon workers' compensation claims. He can assist in the initial application for benefits and explore any third party claims for additional compensation. He is also skilled in appeals of denied claims in administrative hearings and in state court.
Call us at 503-821-7934 or 866-661-8679 for a free initial consultation. Mr. Hansen will personally sit down with you to explain your rights regarding workers' compensation benefits. He can meet clients at offices in Portland, Gresham or Tillamook, including evening and weekends by appointment.
