PIP Arbitration & Litigation Specialist

NJ CURE • Princeton, NJ

7d • $70,000 - $90,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

CURE Auto Insurance is a leading direct writer of auto insurance in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Michigan. CURE offers a great working environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits package which includes health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, 401k with generous company match, and much more!

In this role, you won’t just be "handling cases"—you will be the primary strategist determining the defensibility of arbitrations brought against the company. You will bridge the gap between claims handling and legal defense, ensuring we fight the right battles and settle the others efficiently.

Requirements

• Experience: 1-2+ years auto insurance experience, PIP experience preferred
• Communication: Ability to influence internal stakeholders and explain complex legal/claims logic to various departments.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of state-specific PIP statutes.

Responsibilities

• Critically review new arbitration filings or lawsuits to determine the strength of our position and triage cases based on legal and medical merit.
• Identify "high-risk" vs. "defensible" cases early in the process to optimize resource allocation.
• Act as the lead negotiator with plaintiff counsel to reach favorable resolutions before or during the arbitration process.
• Partner closely with Staff Counsel to build ironclad defense strategies and provide the necessary documentation for successful hearings.
• Analyze trends in lost or indefensible arbitrations to recommend updates to our Internal Handling Guidelines, proactively reducing future litigation volume.
• Determine when a case should be elevated from arbitration to formal lawsuit referral.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off (PTO days, sick days, and holidays)
• Flexible spending options with FSA & HSA plans
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Voluntary benefits such as legal services, pet insurance, and identity & fraud protection
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families
• Health & wellness perks including gym discounts, wellness reimbursements, and reward programs
• Fun, engaging in-office events that support our culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed