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Workers Compensation Attorney in Canton, OH

The Timken Company Jul 22,2017 Jan 07,2017 Location USA Canton OH
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In-House

Attorney

Workers Compensation

7-10 yrs required

Profile

Principal Workers Compensation /Disability Plan Analyst Duties: Assisting with the management of the administration, compliance and customer service responsibilities for workers’ compensation, FMLA, short and long term disability plans, absentee control procedures and the management of third party disability and workers’ compensation administrators. Will be responsible for input on all workers’ compensation decision making, determination on administrative appeals and appeals to court. Responsible for assisting with defending and representing the company on work-related injury/illness cases. Will be an integral part of our team in evaluating defense strategies for complicated claims decisions. Primary contact for the Manager – Workers’ Compensation, Disability Plan and Occupational Health for the administration, compliance and customer service functions related to short term disability, long term disability, FMLA administration and all absentee control and return to work functions. Facilitate training and oversight of nurses in all U.S. locations on occupational health requirements, including government-mandated testing, substance abuse cases, return to work issues, OSHA recordkeeping, etc. Defend contested work-related cases; provide input to negotiate structured settlements of claims. Responsible for compliance matters regarding Company’s workers compensation program; be familiar with compliance with new and revised state and federal laws, rules and regulations. Ensure all administrative functions are completed so that claims are appropriately processed, medical payments generated, lost time benefits paid. Comply with licensing requirements necessary to maintain self insured status in Ohio, complete all state required filings and ensure timely payment of required premiums and assessments.

Qualification and Experience

Qualifications: Bachelor Degree in Business Administration or Employment Law with 7-10 years of experience or JD Degree with 5 years' experience in a related field.

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