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Wayne, Pennsylvania, Us

The New York OverviewPerrin Conferences New York Asbestos Litigation ConferenceDecember 11, 2024Participated in panel discussions reviewing claim trends and filings for 2024 and discussing Asbestos Litigation Issues dealt with during 2024.The New York OverviewPerrin Conferences New York Asbestos Litigation ConferenceDecember 7, 2023Participated in panel discussions reviewing claim trends and filings for 2023 and discussing Asbestos Litigation Issues dealt with during 2023.The Insurer Perspective PanelPerrin Conferences National Asbestos Litigation ConferenceSeptember 12, 2023Participated in panel discussions regarding recent "nuclear" verdicts, the benefits of tolling agreements, and settlement practices.NextGen Lunch PanelPerrin Conferences National Asbestos Litigation ConferenceSeptember 12, 2023Participated in discussions concerning participation in juries by "Gen Z-ers," including opinions on how best to reach these younger jurors during trial.The New York OverviewPerrin Conferences New York Asbestos Litigation ConferenceDecember 7, 2022Participated in panel discussions reviewing claim trends and filings for 2022, recent New York Asbestos verdicts, and recent New York Court decisions and Legislative enactments.Recent Trends in Asbestos LitigationPerrin Conferences Asbestos Litigation Trends and Trial Overview (virtual)June 22, 2022Moderated and participated in discussions on the following topics: Filing trends: Disease, jurisdiction and plaintiff firm; Overview of recent large verdicts; Lienholder recovery; What are the benefits and drawbacks of collaborating across the table?; Has the need for NCC changed over time?; Forecasting future claims and valuation.

Boston, Massachusetts, Us

Directly handle and monitor, review and coordinate activities involving complex asbestos claims, with a focus on litigation management while overseeing underlying asbestos developments in New York and other active jurisdictions.

Boston, Massachusetts, Us

Responsible for all aspects of claim handling on a book of asbestos and hazardous waste claims from first notice through resolution.

Boston, Massachusetts, Us

Responsible for all aspects of claim handling on a book of asbestos and hazardous waste claims from first notice through resolution.

New York, Ny, Us

Responsible for all aspects of claim handling on a book of asbestos, long term exposure and environmental losses from first notice through resolution.

Responsible for investigating, evaluating and resolving Asbestos and Mass Tort Claims, including interpretation of complex coverage/liability issues, coordination with outside counsel to effectively direct litigation strategy; and achievement of optimal disposition through litigation or settlement.Involves:1.Interpretation of more complex or unusual policy coverages and determination if coverages apply to claims submitted. 2. Setting reserves and authorization of payment within scope of authority, settling claims in most cost effective manner and ensuring timely issuance of disbursements. 3. Coordination and performance of investigations and evaluation of claims and suits through contact with insureds, claimants, witnesses and experts. 4. Utilization of negotiation skills to develop complex settlement packages. 5. Working with attorneys, account representatives, agents, and insureds regarding the handling and/or disposition of complex claims. 6. Analyzing claims activities and preparing reports for management. 7. Updating claims systems 8. Providing guidance and assistance to other claims staff and functional areas. 9. Keeping current on state/territory regulations issues as well as industry activity and trends.

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Jewish Lifecycles (7th Grade); Living A Jewish Life (9th Grade)

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Philadelphia, Pa, Us

Managed general casualty, insurance defense and insurance coverage litigation cases from initiation of law suit through resolution of case. Appeared for numerous arbitrations, mediations and depositions.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Us

Responsible for pre-trial preparation, arbitration and mediation of professional liability defense, insurance defense and insurance coverage litigation cases.

Handled all phases of plaintiff’s personal injury, civil, municipal, criminal and domestic cases, including trying one bench trial and sitting second-chair for two jury trials.

Mount Laurel, Nj, Us

Handled all phases of plaintiff's personal injury, civil, municipal, criminal and domestic cases, including trying one bench trial and sitting second-chair for two jury trials.

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Us

Responsible for day-to-day operations of bank branch, management of tellers and customer service representatives, performance of daily and monthly audits, interviewing and hiring of employees, preparation of annual employee reviews.

Juris Doctor

B.A., Political Science

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