Lester v. Weyerhaeuser Co.

In this workers’ compensation case claimant appeals the denial of a penalty and attorney fees for unreasonable delay in the closure of his claim and the payment of permanent partial disability. ORS 656.262(10). We reverse.

Claimant was injured on September 22, 1980, in the course of his work for respondent, a self-insured employer. On April 13,1981, he returned to his regular work. On November 24, he was declared medically stationary. On February 11, 1982, respondent submitted a form 1503 to the Evaluation Division requesting a determination order. On February 19, respondent received a request…