Leonard Taube

Experience

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  Golden Rule Insurance

  Jan 1993 - Oct 1995

  Marketing Service Representative

  *Provided support to independent agents selling the company's products.*Ran quotes for life and health insurance.*Served as liaison between company and agents regarding eligibility and cost for varying risks.

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  State Farm

  Oct 1995 - Aug 2019

  Claim Specialist

  I have handled a variety of complex auto injury and property damage claims. The bulk of my career has been spent investigating auto injury claims including disputed liability/damages, death, wrongful death, complex injury and litigated cases as well as claims involving unrepresented claimants, both first and third party.In addition to those types of claims noted above I have experience handling coverage questions, excess exposure and cases with attorney representation. I have negotiated many successful settlements and have initiated/monitored/handled defensive litigation from beginning to end.*Investigated complex auto liability injury claims.*Adjusted claims involving excess exposure.*Negotiated settlements with unrepresented claimants and with attorneys.*Oversaw litigation from cradle to grave.*Served as member arbitrator with Arbitration Forums, Inc hearing cases involving liability disputes.*Initiated and ran a job shadowing program for in house and field adjusters.*Served as Subrogation Ambassador, a liaison who kept office staff abreast of subrogation tips, trends and expectations.*Handled uncomplicated subrogation claims seeking collection from both companies and individuals.*Attended pre-trial settlement conferences and mediations, representing the company.*When asked, participated in claim surveys to review for completeness, accuracy, accountability and protocol.*Served as mentor and trainer to various new hires and cross-training associates on claims policies, investigation best practices, systems and policy. Show less

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  Maryland Auto Insurance

  Oct 2019 - Aug 2024

  Senior Claims Representative

  Investigate and oversee the handling of litigated auto injury accident claims. Refer to defense counsel as appropriate, work with plaintiff counsel to effectuate settlement, and use best claims practices to ensure smooth handling of the litigation process from beginning to end.

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  Maryland Transit Administration

  Sept 2024 - now

  Litigation Specialist