and Worked independently to skillfully manage TPA office for the New England Region. Responsible for handling Professional and General Liability claims involving heavy exposure and complex issues. Evaluation of liability, negligence, causation, and damages. Identified and noticed third party liability candidates. Prepared full captioned reports with opinions as to the disposition of a claim. Conducted telephone and personal interviews with physicians, nurses, staff, patients, and police, as well as plaintiffs and plaintiff's counsel. Selected Contributions: * Attendance at trials, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement conferences for many insurance carriers throughout the U.S. with full settlement authority. * Prepared physicians for trial testimony. Worked with defense counsel on jury selection, and closing arguments. * Effectively negotiate settlements within, or well below, authority limits. * Integrally involved in the auditing of self-insured carriers and hospitals. Maryland