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Colin Carter

Calgary,AB

Summary

Accomplished Bodily Injury Adjuster with a proven track record at Co-operators Insurance et al, excelling in claims investigation and liability assessment. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and critical thinking, ensuring legal compliance and efficient case resolution.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial & Farm Bodily Injury Adjuster

Co-operators Insurance
Calgary, AB
01.2021 - Current

• investigation, negotiation and settlement of bodily injury claims through direct contact or legal representation for bodily injury claims related to liability arising from CGL & Farm policies, as well as Financial Loss claims (Human Rights, Wrongful Dismissal, Director & Officer Liability)

handling of litigated files and participation in mediations and judicial dispute resolutions

  • establish and maintain accurate case reserves
  • analyze medical, vocational and financial documentation to determine eligibility for settlement
  • understanding of contract and tort law

Intermediate Bodily Injury Adjuster

Co-operators Insurance
Calgary, AB
09.2016 - 01.2021
  • investigation, negotiation and settlement of bodily injury claims through direct contact or legal representation for bodily injury claims
  • liability arising from motor vehicle accidents, personal & commercial property
  • dedicated desk: USA Claims
  • handling of litigated files and participation in mediations and judicial dispute resolutions
  • establish and maintain accurate case reserves
  • analyze medical, vocational and financial documentation to determine eligibility for settlement
  • understanding of the Minor Injury Regulation, Alberta Standard Automobile Policy, Traffic Safety Act, Tort Law

Bodily Injury Field Adjuster

Unifund
Calgary, AB
07.2014 - 09.2016
  • investigation, negotiation and settlement of bodily injury claims through direct contact or legal representation for moderate to complex injuries
  • liability arising from motor vehicle accidents and personal property
  • handling of litigated files and participation in mediations and judicial dispute resolutions
  • establish and maintain accurate case reserves
  • analyze medical, vocational and financial documentation to determine eligibility for settlement
  • understanding of the Minor Injury Regulation, Alberta Standard Automobile Policy, Traffic Safety Act, Tort Law

Bodily Injury Adjuster

Wawanesa Mutual Insurance
Calgary, AB
06.2008 - 07.2014
  • investigation, negotiation and settlement of bodily injury claims through direct contact or legal representation for moderate to complex injuries
  • liability arising from motor vehicle accidents, personal and commercial property
  • handling of litigated files and participation in mediations and judicial dispute resolutions
  • establish and maintain accurate case reserves
  • analyze medical, vocational and financial documentation to determine eligibility for settlement
  • understanding of the Minor Injury Regulation, Alberta Standard Automobile Policy, Traffic Safety Act, Tort Law

Auto Liability Group Leader

Wawanesa Mutual Insurance
Calgary, AB
05.2006 - 06.2008
  • fielded questions and offered guidance to a of team of 16 auto liability adjusters
  • file examinations on adjuster payments beyond payment authority
  • cheque audits of adjuster files
  • liaison with Auto Liability Supervisor for department operations and with head office on issues with adjuster files

Auto Liability Adjuster

Wawanesa Mutual Insurance
Calgary, AB
12.2003 - 05.2006

• investigation, negotiation and settlement of bodily injury claims through direct contact or legal representation for bodily injury claims related to liability arising from CGL & Farm policies, as well as Financial Loss claims (Human Rights, Wrongful Dismissal, Director & Officer Liability)

  • handling of litigated files and participation in mediations and judicial dispute resolutions
  • establish and maintain accurate case reserves
  • analyze medical, vocational and financial documentation to determine eligibility for settlement
  • understanding of contract and tort law

Education

University of Regina
Regina, SK

Insurance Institute of Southern Alberta
Calgary, AB

Skills

  • Claims investigation
  • Liability assessment
  • Legal compliance
  • Problem-solving
  • Highly motivated
  • Attention to detail
  • Critical thinking
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Risk assessment
  • Data analysis
  • Team collaboration

Languages

English
Professional Working

Timeline

Commercial & Farm Bodily Injury Adjuster

Co-operators Insurance
01.2021 - Current

Intermediate Bodily Injury Adjuster

Co-operators Insurance
09.2016 - 01.2021

Bodily Injury Field Adjuster

Unifund
07.2014 - 09.2016

Bodily Injury Adjuster

Wawanesa Mutual Insurance
06.2008 - 07.2014

Auto Liability Group Leader

Wawanesa Mutual Insurance
05.2006 - 06.2008

Auto Liability Adjuster

Wawanesa Mutual Insurance
12.2003 - 05.2006

University of Regina

Insurance Institute of Southern Alberta
Colin Carter