Casualty Claims Specialist

First Chicago Insurance Company (FCIC)•Peoria, IL

10d•$54,750 - $97,500

About The Position

First Chicago Insurance Company is seeking an experienced Casualty Claims Specialist to investigate and settle automobile bodily injury claims. The role handles complex liability claims requiring additional investigation and verification, as well as casualty claims involving severe injuries that may result in extended disability or bodily injury and coverage-related litigation. The specialist reviews assigned files and determines an appropriate course of action, conducts and documents investigations, processes bodily injury and coverage claims, coordinates with relevant parties, researches applicable law, and prepares claim evaluations for settlement authority.

Requirements

3–5 years of casualty claims experience.
Knowledge of legal and medical terminology.
Excellent negotiation, communication, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to pass written examinations where required by state statutes to become a licensed claims adjuster.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

Review each assigned file and determine an appropriate course of action using technical knowledge and experience to support final disposition.
Conduct thorough investigations and maintain accurate, relevant documentation of claim activity, including applicable coverage, liability status, and damages.
Process bodily injury and coverage claims in accordance with established office procedures.
Work with third parties, plaintiff counsel, the Claim Director, and the Chief Operating Officer to determine necessary injury and coverage investigations.
Research case and statutory law to conduct proper claim investigations.
Document policy status, coverage, liability, and damages on all claims, and notify the re-insurer on qualifying claims.
Prepare and present claim evaluations for the appropriate settlement authority.
Maintain reasonable expense factors.
Handle other duties as assigned.