Sean Higgins
Senior Claims Specialist @Zurich North America
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Claims Specialist @Zurich North America
Successfully manage lost time and litigated California and Arizona workers compensation claims in the fields of; construction, finance, technology, transportation, petroleum, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, agriculture, restaurant, beverage and healthcare. Maintain effective vendor relationship management practices to ensure sustained value in established contracts. Exercise professional judgement and experience to aggressively negotiate and settle claims. Work within industry best practices to ensure statutory compliance. Manage litigation by assigning counsel within the approved panel where applicable; establishing a litigation plan and budget; coordinating defense counsel activities; continuously monitoring for potential settlement opportunities. Establish appropriate claim reserves within given authority levels. Identify opportunities for recovery and make referrals to subrogation specialists as necessary. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, staying current with industry trends and establishing personal networks.
EDUCATION
University of Phoenix
Bachelor's degree
Heald College
Associate of Science (AS)
ABOUT SEAN HIGGINS
Account manager with strong background in WC claims.
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