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Worker's Compensation Attorney

Worker's Compensation Attorney

Cingular HRDowney, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $120,000.00 - $150,000.00

Objective : On the defense side, the goal of the workers' compensation attorney is to help insurance companies or self-insured employers mitigate their exposure and defend workers' compensation claims. Typical job functions of a workers' compensation attorney on-the-defense-side may include :

Essential Job Functions :

  • Litigating cases before a workers' compensation judge or referee
  • Represents the interests of the employer or insurer at hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediation, arbitration, and other proceedings.
  • Communicate with claims representatives.
  • Monitor loss run reports for trends and increases and alerts management to concerns.
  • Assist with the investigation of accidents and problem areas.
  • Manage workers compensation costs to reduce liability.
  • Compile and submit reports required by company management.
  • Coordinate and attend claims reviews.
  • Negotiate settlements on behalf of the insurance company.
  • Perform other job tasks as assigned

Qualifications :

  • Litigation and strong trial experience.
  • Remaining current with workers compensation laws.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong research and analytical skills.
  • Ability to handle large caseloads and juggle multiple priority deadlines.
  • Excellent negotiation skills.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment,
  • Strong technology skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research platforms such as Lexis and West law.
  • Understanding of medical, scientific, construction, products, engineering and similar issues inherent in workers compensation cases.
  • Understanding of claims handling guidelines for each business unit.
  • Ability to budget costs and calculate exposure.
  • Knowledge of billing procedures.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish.

    • Education / Experience :

  • Law Degree required
  • Minimum 3 years experience

    • Salary Compensation Level : Commensurate with experience

    Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here represent those a teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (in the office or remotely working). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions.

  • Moderate noise (i.e., a business office with computers, phones, printers, light traffic).
  • Ability to work in a confined area.
  • Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period.
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