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In a move that is sure to benefit injured workers across the state, the Oregon Workers Compensation Board has announced an increase in benefits for workers who are unable to work due to job-related injuries. Effective immediately, injured workers will see a 10% increase in their weekly compensation payments, providing them with much-needed financial support as they navigate the challenges of recovering from their injuries.According to the Oregon Workers Compensation Board, this increase in benefits is a response to the rising cost of living in the state, as well as increasing medical expenses for injured workers. By boosting compensation payments, the board hopes to provide injured workers with the financial assistance they need to cover their living expenses and medical bills while they are unable to work.In addition to the increase in weekly compensation payments, the Oregon Workers Compensation Board has also announced changes to the process for determining eligibility for benefits. Under the new guidelines, injured workers will have access to more comprehensive support services, including vocational rehabilitation programs and job placement assistance, to help them return to work as quickly as possible."We are committed to ensuring that injured workers have access to the support they need to recover and resume their normal lives," said a spokesperson for the Oregon Workers Compensation Board. "By increasing benefits and expanding support services, we hope to make the process of recovering from a work-related injury as smooth and seamless as possible for injured workers across the state."The announcement of these changes comes at a time when the importance of workers' compensation benefits is more apparent than ever. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic continuing to disrupt the economy and the workforce, many workers have found themselves facing increased risks of injury on the job. By increasing benefits and expanding support services, the Oregon Workers Compensation Board is providing a vital lifeline for workers who have been injured in the line of duty.Injured workers who have questions about the changes to the workers' compensation program in Oregon are encouraged to contact the Oregon Workers Compensation Board for more information. The board will be providing additional details about the new benefits and support services in the coming weeks, as well as hosting informational sessions for injured workers and their families to learn more about their rights and options under the program.