From 1915 to 1959, Oklahoma’s workers’ compensation law was administered by the State Industrial Commission. Until 1939, three Commissioners were appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Oklahoma State Senate to serve six-year terms. From 1939 to 1955, five Commissioners were appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of [...]
Here is an organizational chart of the Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Court.
The Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Court administers the Workers’ Compensation Act. The Court is vested with jurisdiction to determine claims for compensation, the liability of employers and insurers, and any rights asserted under the Act. The Court’s mission is to ensure fair and timely procedures for the informal and formal resolution of [...]
This Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Lawyer Blog makes frequent reference to the Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Court. The Court maintains its own web site which, in addition to this blog, can be a helpful resource concerning Oklahoma workers’ compensation law.
While most of the material on the Court’s web site is geared toward lawyers, insurance companies and employers, [...]
Three new judges and an incumbent were recently appointed by Governor Brad Henry to serve six year terms on the Oklahoma Workers’ Compensation Court. The court is made up of 10 judges appointed by the governor from nominees presented by the Judicial Nominating Commission.
Sitting Judge Michael J. Harkey of Oklahoma City was reappointed.
William R. [...]
