Specialist, Litigation Claims
Company Name:
Rite Aid
### SUMMARY
The primary purpose of this position is to investigate and resolve complex liability claims and litigation which stem from general liability and druggist liability incident exposures. Frequent independent judgments are essential. The incumbent is also required to perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws.
### ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The associate is responsible for the functions below, in addition to other duties as assigned:
Review and investigate general liability and druggist liability lawsuits to minimize the corporations' claim exposures.
Review pleadings, discovery requests, medical records and investigative materials to assist outside counsel in defending cases in litigation.
Confer with outside counsel surrounding litigation strategy and expert retention.
Interact with excess carriers on complex matters.
Attend depositions, mediations, and court conferences, as required.
Manage legal expenses by reviewing legal invoices for relevancy and accuracy.
Open, close, and adjust reserves in accordance with industry practices to ensure actuarial adequacy.
Maintain and update claim database with litigation related information to ensure integrity of claim handling and future actuarial needs.
Participate in quarterly Settlement Days to facilitate file closures.
Utilize internal and external resources (internet, other departments, store personnel, management, etc.) when appropriate in the handling and resolution of lawsuits.
#### Other Skills, Abilities, and/or Training
The following qualities are required:
Minimum age of 18 years old to travel and meet education and experience requirements.
Ability to pass drug test.
Committed to providing customer service that makes both internal and external customers feel welcome, important, and appreciated.
Ability to preserve confidentiality of information.
Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency.
Ability to work day hours.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks/projects.
Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes.
Ability to work within strict time frames and resolute deadlines.
Typing speed of 40 WPM.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access).
The following qualities are helpful:
Ability to work weekends on a rare basis.
Ability to work extended days on an occasional basis.
Ability to work day or evening hours.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks/projects.
Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes.
Ability to work within strict time frames and resolute deadlines.
Ten-key punch speed of insert speed SPH.
Typing speed of insert speed WPM.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) and/or list other software .
Ability to read, write, and/or speak insert language .
Note : Products, software, and systems listed above are registered trademarks of their respective companies.
### Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations
This position requires the following:
Valid driver's license for attending trials, arbitrations, court conferences.
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Risk Management, plus five to seven (5-7) years' experience in Insurance or Legal industry such as Claims, Paralegal and/or Attorney; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Date: 2014-09-24
Country: US
State: OR
City: Portland
Postal Code: 97209
Category: Corporate - Risk ManagementEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Rite Aid
### SUMMARY
The primary purpose of this position is to investigate and resolve complex liability claims and litigation which stem from general liability and druggist liability incident exposures. Frequent independent judgments are essential. The incumbent is also required to perform all tasks in a safe manner consistent with corporate policies and state and federal laws.
### ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The associate is responsible for the functions below, in addition to other duties as assigned:
Review and investigate general liability and druggist liability lawsuits to minimize the corporations' claim exposures.
Review pleadings, discovery requests, medical records and investigative materials to assist outside counsel in defending cases in litigation.
Confer with outside counsel surrounding litigation strategy and expert retention.
Interact with excess carriers on complex matters.
Attend depositions, mediations, and court conferences, as required.
Manage legal expenses by reviewing legal invoices for relevancy and accuracy.
Open, close, and adjust reserves in accordance with industry practices to ensure actuarial adequacy.
Maintain and update claim database with litigation related information to ensure integrity of claim handling and future actuarial needs.
Participate in quarterly Settlement Days to facilitate file closures.
Utilize internal and external resources (internet, other departments, store personnel, management, etc.) when appropriate in the handling and resolution of lawsuits.
#### Other Skills, Abilities, and/or Training
The following qualities are required:
Minimum age of 18 years old to travel and meet education and experience requirements.
Ability to pass drug test.
Committed to providing customer service that makes both internal and external customers feel welcome, important, and appreciated.
Ability to preserve confidentiality of information.
Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency.
Ability to work day hours.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks/projects.
Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes.
Ability to work within strict time frames and resolute deadlines.
Typing speed of 40 WPM.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access).
The following qualities are helpful:
Ability to work weekends on a rare basis.
Ability to work extended days on an occasional basis.
Ability to work day or evening hours.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize and prioritize a variety of tasks/projects.
Familiarity with industry/technical terms and processes.
Ability to work within strict time frames and resolute deadlines.
Ten-key punch speed of insert speed SPH.
Typing speed of insert speed WPM.
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) and/or list other software .
Ability to read, write, and/or speak insert language .
Note : Products, software, and systems listed above are registered trademarks of their respective companies.
### Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations
This position requires the following:
Valid driver's license for attending trials, arbitrations, court conferences.
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Business, Risk Management, plus five to seven (5-7) years' experience in Insurance or Legal industry such as Claims, Paralegal and/or Attorney; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Date: 2014-09-24
Country: US
State: OR
City: Portland
Postal Code: 97209
Category: Corporate - Risk ManagementEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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