OAR 438-019-0000
Special Definitions
(1)
Mediation. Mediation is a voluntary process for resolving disputes by which an independent neutral third person, in the role of mediator, assists two or more parties to a controversy in reaching a mutually acceptable resolution. For purposes of OAR chapter 438, division 019, mediation does not pertain to dispute resolution governed by ORS 656.307 (Determination of issues regarding responsibility for compensation payment)(6).(2)
Mediator. A mediator is an independent neutral third person whose role is to assist the parties in resolving their dispute by mutual agreement. The mediator has no authority to decide the outcome of the controversy or to force settlement upon the parties. The mediator, for purposes of these rules, is an employee of the Workers’ Compensation Board, with the authority of an Administrative Law Judge, who satisfies the qualifications prescribed in OAR 438-019-0010 (Mediator Qualifications)(1) and (2).(3)
Party. For purposes of OAR chapter 438, division 019, party means any person identified in 438-005-0040 (General Definitions)(10) and any other person identified by the mediator as necessary to the mediation.
Source:
Rule 438-019-0000 — Special Definitions, https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/view.action?ruleNumber=438-019-0000.