Southern Oregon Neurological Associates v. EBI Companies

Petitioner seeks review of a final order of the Director of the Workers’ Compensation Department awarding it fees for testimony in a workers’ compensation hearing.1 Pursuant to ORS 656.704(2), we review the decision under ORS 183.482 and affirm.

The facts are not disputed: Dr. Maukonen, a principal in petitioner whose offices are located in Medford, was a treating physician of Moody, an injured worker who filed a claim against his employer, Publishers Paper Company. EBI Companies was the compensation plan administrator for the employer. EBI subpoenaed Maukonen to testify as an expert witness…