Liability Claims Examiner I
Location: Chattanooga Tennessee
Description: U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc. is currently interviewing Liability Claims Examiner I right now, this position will be placed in Tennessee. More complete informations about this position opportunity kindly read the description below. Position Purpose
Reviews, investigates, analyzes and settles claims against USX for damages to property. Determines USX liability and sets reserves for payment within prescribed authority. Manages claims costs through negotiation.
Job Functions
Determines liability for claims involving damage to property. Minimizes company exposure and cost while maximizing corporate identify as being socially responsible.
Requests and gathers evidence necessary to process claims. Assigns an independent adj! uster to the case when more information is needed. Reviews est! imates made by adjusters for accuracy.
Determines if there are preexisting damages thatwould affect USX’s extent of liability. Determines credibility of claimants and outside insurance companies and accuracy of claims.
Determines value of damages caused and sets and updates reserves for payment of the damages. Negotiates settlements with victim/s within prescribed authority.
Requests additional settlement authority from management when case settlement value exceeds reserve limits. Processes and negotiates settlements of such claims under management guidance.
May help build a defense for litigation by providing all supporting documents to attorneys and management such as witness accounts, expert testimonies, etc.
Ensures that all involved department personnel stays up to date on the claim’s status (includes Fleet Managers, Safety, Account Supervisors, and Customer Service). Determines reliability of USX driver by reviewing com! pany profile. Refers any internal issues regarding USX drivers to Safety.
Acts as point of contact for claimants and relevant parties to accident. Answers all questions that may arise about the claim and keeps all relevant parties up to date on status of claim. Updates all diary entries for claims and follows up on anything pending.
Handles rebuttal claims.
Refers damages made to our trucks and trailers to Physical Damage.
Advises senior management on status of claims. May attend DOT meetings.
Maintain proper attendance and punctuality to ensure that the department is operated in an efficient and cost effective manner.
Ability to work on an USX site or USX customer location site while performing the essential functions of this position.
May include other duties as assigned by Management.
Key Knowledge and Experience
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
1-2 years of applicable experie! nce in Risk and/or Insurance required.
Strong telephone commun! ication and written skills
Strong reasoning and analytical skills
Strong negotiation/consulting skills.
Proficient in use of computer including MS Word and Excel.
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If you were eligible to this position, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc..
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This position starts available on: Thu, 12 Dec 2013 02:18:59 GMT
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