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Litigation Specialist

First Chicago Insurance Company · Dodge City, KS · 1 wk ago
LegalFull-time

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Handle litigation claims in accordance with established office procedures.
  • Determine coverage and draft any applicable reservations of rights letters.
  • Conduct prompt investigations by securing statements from the involved parties/witnesses and obtaining all necessary documents, including but not limited to, police reports, medical specials, photographs, and/or appraisals.
  • Litigation Management including strategizing with defense counsel and experts on defense cases, as well as declaratory judgment actions.
  • Maintain an appropriate diary on all open files.
  • Congnitive with vendors in a manner which maintains a reasonable expense factor and upholds the company's reputation for quality service.
  • Ability to research and interpret case law, statute, and coverage forms in order to properly adjust and conclude claims.
  • Evaluates and determine potential use of experts and/or field investigators.
  • Maintain claim files and document all claim activity in accordance with applicable regulations and company policies.
  • Prepare and present claim evaluations to secure appropriate settlement authority.
  • Establish and maintain proper indemnity and expense reserves.
  • Conduct onsite review of defense counsel as required by management.
  • Adhere to the rules and regulations of the Department of Insurance specific to the loss state.
  • Additonal duties as deemed necessary by direct supervisor / management.

Qualifications

  • College Degree and / or 5 years of applicable claims adjusting experience.
  • Knowledge of legal and medical terminology.
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to pass written examinations where required by state statutes to become a licensed claim adjuster.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries
Commitment to your Training & Development
Medical and Dental
Telemedicine Benefit
401k with a generous company match
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Training Programs
Wellness Program
Fun company sponsored events
And so much more!

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