OAR 438-006-0055: Depositions

Depositions of medical or vocational experts are permitted by agreement of the parties, or by approval of an Administrative Law Judge, subject to the provisions of ORS 656.285. Depositions of claimants are permitted in the manner prescribed by ORS 656.262(14). Depositions of other lay witnesses are not permitted over objection unless the Presiding Administrative Law Judge or delegate finds that extraordinary circumstances justify the deposition.