Okla. Stat. tit. 85A, § 85A-39: Carrier discharging obligations

A. In order that the liability for compensation may be

effectively administered, the employer's carrier may discharge the

obligations and duties of the employer under this act if the

employer is not a self-insurer.

B. For the purpose of an employer's carrier discharging the

obligation and duties of the employer:

1. An employer's knowledge of an injury shall constitute the

carrier's knowledge of the injury;

2. The Commission shall have jurisdiction over the carrier to

the same extent it has over the employer under this act; and

3. Any determinations by the Commission shall be binding on the

carrier to the same extent as they are on the employer.