Independent advocate for Oregon workers
The Ombuds Office for Oregon Workers is the state office that serves as an independent advocate for workers by helping them understand their rights, benefits, protections, and responsibilities within the workers’ compensation system and workplace safety and health laws and rules.
The ombuds team also provides educational and informational seminars to labor groups, employers, insurance companies, and others interested in workers’ issues related to workers’ compensation and workplace safety and health.
Workplace Safety and Health
Workers’ Comp Claim Process
Worker resources
Need help? Check out our list of valuable worker resources, including links to 211 Info, legal aid, workers' compensation calculators and return-to-work programs, and Paid Leave Oregon.
Provide comment on workers’ compensation rules
You can provide input on changes to workers’ compensation rules through:
Legal advice
The Ombuds team does not provide legal advice – they are not lawyers – and cannot represent you at Workers´ Compensation Board hearings. However, the staff members have years of experience dealing with workers´ compensation issues and claims, and they can help you get the answers and assistance you need.
How to find an attorney