§ 17.065 Definitions

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17.065. Definitions

    As used in ORS 17.065 to 17.085, unless the context requires otherwise:

    (1) “Compromise” means an agreement to allow judgment to be given for a sum or value specified.

    (2) “Employer” includes any agent or representative of an employer.

    (3) “Release” means an agreement to abandon a claim or right to the person against whom the claim exists.

    (4) “Settlement” means an agreement to accept as full and complete compensation for a claim a sum or value specified.