ORS 17.065: Definitions for ORS 17.065 to 17.085.

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.