Location: Southfield, MI
Company: State Farm
The role includes managing general negligence, premises liability, dog bites, and similar cases. The ideal candidate should have experience in handling such cases, either on the plaintiff or defense side, and be proficient in record reviews, affidavit preparation, party and expert depositions, case preparation for trial, and drafting motions, pleadings, and discovery responses.
The Personal Injury Attorney will also collaborate with other litigation attorneys and report to the firm's President and Chief Operating Officer. Duties: Manage various personal injury cases, with an emphasis on third-party auto accident cases and first-party no-fault cases. Handle cases involving general negligence,
premises liability, dog bites, and similar claims. Utilize experience from either the plaintiff or defense side in managing these cases. Conduct record reviews and prepare affidavits for legal proceedings.
Depose parties and experts involved in the cases. Prepare cases for trial, including gathering evidence and supporting documentation. Draft motions, pleadings, and discovery responses as needed. Provide assistance to other litigation attorneys on their current cases. Report directly to the firm's President and Chief Operating Officer. Requirements: Juris Doctorate (JD) degree. Licensed to practice law in Michigan. Experience in handling personal injury cases, particularly third-party
auto accident and first-party no-fault cases. Proficiency in record reviews, affidavit preparation, depositions, and case preparation for trial.
Strong skills in drafting legal motions, pleadings, and discovery responses. Effective communication and collaboration abilities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Benefits offered: Health insurance. Disability insurance. Paid time off. Other benefits per company policy. This Michigan-based law firm provides comprehensive legal representation to clients involved in personal injury cases. Its major practice areas include personal injury and wrongful death, car and truck accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, wrongful death, dog bites, product liability, and related areas.
The firm has been providing these legal services since 1969. Its main office is located in Southfield, Michigan, and it has four other offices across the state.
passion and dedication for helping our clients live well. Responsibilities: Manages docket of auto injury cases. Managing all aspects of litigation including depositions, legal research, writing, and trials. Ability to prioritize and multi-task. Providing outstanding customer service to our clients is essential.
Competencies: Composure: can stay calm under pressure and in stressful situations Is a settling influence in crisis Steps up to conflicts, seeing them as opportunities Good at focused listening Can hammer out tough agreements and settle disputes equitably Can find common ground and get cooperation with minimum resistance Can write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles Can get messages across that have the desired effect Builds appropriate rapport and effective relationships Qualification (education/training) Juris Doctor
It's Like to Work For Us We serve our clients by making their satisfaction our highest priority. We do what's right by sustaining an open, honest and ethical work environment. We lead in everything we do by offering best-in-class products, benefits and services.
And we value our employees by seeking the best talent, rewarding high performance and holding ourselves accountable. All in all, we have an inclusive and welcoming environment of diverse backgrounds, experiences and viewpoints, realizing our differences make us stronger. What You will Have the Opportunity to Do Develop and apply skills to control all aspects of litigation, including trial preparation, discovery, negotiation, and
presentation. Review and analyze files, insurance policies, all allegations and pertinent medical and technical data. Consult with medical and accident reconstruction specialists regarding injuries and disabilities.
Prepare responses to civil complaints, files and answers any appropriate motions when questions of law or liability are in dispute. Determine feasibility of including third-party defendants in pending suits. Select legal investigators and arranges for service of subpoenas and summonses. File additional motions as facts of case and proper timing warrant. Conduct discovery depositions; formulates interrogatories. Under supervision of a Practice Leader, conducts examinations
under oath. Analyze information obtained through discovery and determines whether settlement is appropriate within his/her authority according to the Company guidelines.
Prepare case for trial, examining facts and developing trial strategy for construction of a strong defense. Prepare and submit pre-trial statements; attends pre-trial hearings before judge. Prepare mediation summaries and appears before Mediation Tribunal to advocate defendant's case. Evaluate award and makes decision as to whether to accept or go to trial within his/her authority. Keep client advised of status of case in accordance with office guidelines and client satisfaction goals. Coordinate trial or settlement activity with co-counsel, as necessary, to protect obtain the best outcome for client.
Apply cost/benefit considerations to all litigation activity in conjunction with evaluation with supervisor. Negotiate reasonable and equitable pre-trial settlements on behalf of Firm and client, when and where possible. Consult with senior-level Attorneys on cases when necessary. Consult with Practice Leader to render legal advice and opinions as requested. With our influential brand and the mentoring we offer, you will find your position as an Associate Attorney can lead to a rewarding career at our growing firm.
How You Will Benefit Our Mike Morse Law Attorney will earn a competitive salary of $70,000 to $100,000 annually with annual bonus potential based on performance. Excellent and comprehensive benefits packages are just another reason to work for the Mike Morse Law Firm. Benefits include: 401k Medical Dental Vision PTO Paid Holidays Maternity and Paternity Leave We're looking for candidates who: ยท Have Juris Doctor Degree or graduate of accredited law school Are Members of the State Bar of Michigan Knowledge and Skills: Civil law, judicial procedures and rules of evidence Principles, methods, materials and practices of legal research Discovery methods and techniques Mediation rules, procedures and summaries Ability To Demonstrate the ability to draft legal memorandum, motions and pleadings Communicate effectively with other attorneys, court officers, the general public and others in a work environment Analyze, organize, and present facts, evidence and related materials effectively in both written and oral forms Utilize state-of-the-art computer software including practice management systems Willingness to work irregular and/or extended hours to meet professional responsibilities and deadlines A successful Associate Attorney will possess effective communication skills, ambition, motivation and drive!
with Social Security Administration by mail and phone Drafting correspondence to clients and judges Process incoming and outgoing mail Ordering and reviewing client files and medical records Filing applications and appeals Preparing files for hearings Requirements: Ability to use Microsoft and other software Ability to multi task Ability to work both independently and with a team Strong organizational and time management skills Attention to detail Please submit cover letter and resume.
backssments, interventions, and discharge planning assistance to all Pullman Regional Hospital (PRH) patients that meet the criteria for social work services. Primary functions include: high risk screening, needs backssments, discharge planning, supportive counseling, community collaboration, administrative functions, resource and referrals.
Planning and Prioritizing Performs risk backssments. Plans and documents psychosocial backssment, interventions, and discharge plans, providing for continuum of care as needed. Demonstrates knowledge of current trends and issues in professional and in the healthcare field. Screens all inpatients for social work/discharge planning needs. Responsible
for developing appropriate referrals including follow-up care needs for continuum of care based on patient backssments. Actively communicates information regarding discharge planning to ensure adequate patient/family knowledge and to coordinate services within the hospital and with receiving agencies.
Reviews and evaluates physician referral, if indicated, and patients' medical records to determine social work, mental health, and discharge planning needs. Records and evaluates findings to aid in establishing or revising specifics of referrals or discharge planning dispositions. Documents patient response to intervention and progress. Confers with members of the healthcare team to obtain
additional patient information, suggest revisions in treatment, plans and integrates social work, and discharge planning with other aspects of patient health care.
Demonstrates ability to utilize computer system, provide own secretarial support services. Collaborates with other services including nursing services and rehabilitation services to provide optimal patient outcomes. Schedules care plan meetings with patients, physicians, nursing staff and other disciplines when needed to provide optimal care. Works with peers, families, and providers with a positive attitude. Promotes the Vision Statement of PRH to nurture and facilitate a healthier quality of life for our community.
Quality Implements and monitors departmental policies and procedures. Coordinates quality improvement activities between departments as appropriate. Identifies short term and long term outcomes of patient care and incorporates these into the plan of care. Works in an organized, productive way to consistently deliver the help and information needed by patients, family members, peers and providers. Promotes and educates staff in their role as a patient advocate. Provides patient education regarding community resources and advance directives. Provides information, recommendations, and resources to employees and the community when needed or requested.
Assumes the willingness to be accountable for the well-being of the larger organization by operating in service of those around us. Consistently communicates and collaborates with colleagues about decisions which involve legal and ethical issues. Occasional lifting/carrying of supplies and equipment weighing between 20-40 pounds. Occasional pushing/pulling of supplies and equipment weighing between 20-40 pounds. Occasional climbing of stairs to reach other levels of the building. Occasional reaching/handling to work with supplies equipment.
Constant fingering to perform work tasks with computer, typewriter, writing, and telephone. Constant talking/hearing/seeing for all aspects of patient care and administrative duties. Minimal risk of injury due to proximity of moving parts on computer printer, typewriter, and copier. Minimal exposure to biohazardous materials. 72 Hourly We believe Pullman Regional Hospital is extraordinary. On a daily basis, our 600+ employees serve patients and communities through Pullman Regional Hospital, the Foundation, and our growing network of clinics. We are one of the largest employers in Pullman, WA, and a community leader in healthcare activities.
Together, we continue to raise the bar of expectation for quality healthcare and the patient experience. Our greatest asset is our people. That's why we hire passionate people who are aligned with our mission to nurture and facilitate a healthier quality of life for our region. If you have a passion for health and healing, enjoy helping people, and want to work for an organization that values a growth mindset, we can't wait to meet you! For more details: jobs-search. org/legal_pullman-c434885/medical-social-worker-home-care-pullman_i1959775242
