Kraxberger v. Chevron USA, Inc.

Plaintiff sued defendant (Chevron), claiming that it had committed an unfair employment practice when it refused to reemploy her in a position that was available and suitable. ORS 659.420. Chevron moved for summary judgment on the ground that plaintiffs claim was time-barred under ORS 659.121(3). The court granted the motion. Plaintiff appeals, and we affirm.

Plaintiff worked for Chevron in its warehouse. In February, 1987, she injured her shoulder while lifting a case of antifreeze. She received medical treatment and missed a few days of work, but then returned to her former duties.

Plaintiffs…