Is it possible to break into personal injury with a workers’ comp background?

like
Posting as :
works at
You are currently posting as works at

Sure. The best plaintiffs med mal younger attorney I know comes from comp. She spent her first few years deposing doctors for comp. She knew the medicine, knew how doctors worked. She's great

like

Yes. They are similar in tactics but the laws and claims systems are very different. PI is not as heavy on forms and paralegal work. It will take time to master the nuances.

Yes

I guess what I mean is, let’s say a job posting says “must have 3 years personal injury experience” as they all seem to. Would 3 years of workers comp count for anything? Like I’m sure not enough for a lateral in the high part of the salary range, but at least maybe a likelihood of being considered?

Yeah probably enough to be considered

Yes! But study up before you interview. Read an auto litigation book and know the basic insurance laws that apply. Having someone with WC knowledge in general or auto PI is really helpful because the two areas overlap a lot but most PI lawyers know nothing about WC.

I literally did this. It’s definitely possible

How long were you in Workers Comp before transitioning into PI?

I worked 2 years WC before joining PI. Best decision I ever made.

Honestly a big reason was because my former boss wouldn't give me a much needed pay raise. So I doubled my salary moving jobs and I like the field much better. Less clients, less fighting with multiple parties (employer and dept) and less starting at a disadvantage (IMEs). In PI, you convince a judge, not a stupid dept that always believes IMEs. Oh and pain and suffering damages... Lots to like.

Related Posts

@GSK can anyone tell me about Haleon? Good company, culture, salary/benefits? Seen some open roles and I’m curious.

like

What salary can I expect for PWC Consulting (Advisory) in Dubai? Base + Housing Allowance?

like

https://www.ambitionbox.com/salaries/take-home-salary-calculator
Please use this link to get the tentative in hand salary. You can play around with the salary components to get your in-hand salary more accurately.
Hope it helps!

likeuplifting

Why are people so caught up in job title? Literally people have turned down jobs paying 2x their salary because job title is lower. Who cares!!!

like

Are Creative Directors rich?

likefunny

Hi fiserv,
How is bench policy in mphasis. I have heard that if you are more than one month on bench, you will not get salary till you are not assigned with any project. Is it true.

like

Hi fishes,

I have completed AWS sysops Administrator Associate certification and looking for a job change now having total experience of 5.5years into monitoring, troubleshooting with AWS.
Is it the right time to change ? Am scared since recision is going on.
Kindly guide me and help me on how much salary I can demand.
Current CTC : 6lakhs

like

Anyone here use or know anyone who has used Vet Comp and Pen to get/increase VA disability benefits? Wondering if they’re reputable.

like

What is the salary range for a practice management consultant?

like

Hello Sharks,

Can anyone please let me know the in hand monthly salary?

Post Photo
like

What is the Salary for an Assistant Manager?

like

Hi all,
How is module lead position at Mindtree, I've joined TR couple of months back and currently negotiating with mindtree at offered CTC of 15(13.5fixed+1.5var@100% pay)
1. How is work culture, projects, wlb, yearly hikes at mindtree.
2. What is the salary bracket for this position at mindtree how much can I negotiate further.

3yoe as Java backend dev
TIA

like

Having an experience of 5.5 years in IT Procurements I have joined on a role of an Associate Manager in a renowned organization. The salary offered to me is 7.7 LPA.
I am looking for an idea about how much salary does an Associate Manager gets on this post with this much experience.
Can anyone please suggest? :)

like

Kyndryl what will be the in hand salary for below break up

Post Photo

Hello All,

I am expecting a HR call for salary negotiation, for BA4 position in Barclays. how much they can offer?
Eoe: 5 years 10 months
Cctc: 16 LPA fixed
Tech: Oracle EPM

Thanks

like

Does PwC provides joining bonus

like

What should be the expected salary package in Wipro ? 6.7 yoe

like
like

What has your salary looked like as your career progressed? Starting, 3 years, 5, years, etc?

like

What is the salary range for university graduate - data scientist roles at Tiktok(US)?

More Posts

Question: can an employer legally withhold your personal possessions after you leave the firm? I left my old firm recently and they were not happy about me joining another consultancy. They are withholding any belongings that I left in the office and have ignored my emails asking to arrange a pick up or delivery of my personal items. I understand the covid19 environment impacts the situation, but anything I can do to get my stuff back? Any help would be appreciated. I’m based in NYC!

I finally was able to convince my principal that we need a consistent math intervention at the MS level (grades 5-8). (Right now, we are just "doing our own thing," which isn't helping students progress much.) Does anyone have any suggestions? It would be beneficial to have some sort of progress monitoring tool as part of the program, if possible. Our classes run roughly 55 minutes (which is too long for an intervention, in my humble opinion).

Thanks for any advice.

like

Hi All,
Does HSBC Technology provide option to take extended health insurance policy for parents ?

like

Anyone willing to give a referral for IBM and Deloitte canada, I am a new grad and looking to start my career in consulting

like

Best ways to create a realistic, healthy work environment?

likehelpfulsmartupliftingfunny

“What do you guys see...a mouse or a blue screen”

My cat sat outside the shower door crying. So I let him in, per his request. Guess how it went?

funnylike

Hi,

I have applied for an open position in Siemens. I've received a confirmation mail from the Siemens Talent acquisition team of the same last Tuesday. After that, there is no update from the team.

What is the normal wait period when your profile is being evaluated in Siemens?

If you have any idea then please let me know.

Thanks in advance!

Hiii all. Anyone working here in a Digital Transformation Project??

like

Have an interview with Elliot management, anyone down to talk about what you know about the firm/ experiences?

likesmart

How to handle the when company doesn’t have Work life balance They literally Have in times and No out times 9 To 9 or sometimes till 10 11

like

Anyone have any insight into the Dallas office of Holland & Knight? Thoughts, feelings, concerns?

like

Met a guy thru a mutual friends. Our first date was a day trip together. He couldnt come to a group event this week bc of work but I ended up to his house to hookup after (my idea). He hasnt texted me about meeting up this weekend...do you think i should text him? Getting feelings for him and worried i should back off before getting hurt.

like

Dose mindtree provide any diwali gifts this year to employees??

like

How is Booz Allen cyber strategy and risk management consulting? Got a recruiter inquiry

like

I've been approached about being an expert consultant. Has anyone done this before? I'm interested to hear people's experience.

like

What things do you do at your company that actually helps improve culture?
Bonus points for remote activities 🤗

like

Hi - Can anyone share some light on the EY-Parthenon GDS service line? Is it similar to overall EY GDS or are there any EYP related differences? I heard they support the EYP case teams and work-life balance is a challenge.
Any EYP professionals here please weigh in with your thoughts.

like

If you are a registered client associate (FAs assistant) how much do you make (breakdown salary & comp), how many YOE and where are you located?

like

So, I just joined a startup. No processes, no clear strategy, just one goal: selling. Getting leads. When ever I try to build a strategy, they (founders) swamp me with blablabla stories and not a single action plan. Is this the usual at startups? Also,no real company culture. At all. No HR. I am reaaaally struggling to get a sense of belonging here. What should I expect?? Tia

like

Additional Posts in Personal Injury Lawyers

Looking to hire a lawyer with 0-3 years experience for our PI practice in Charlotte, NC. Any suggestions on where to post the job? (besides the local law schools)

like

What's your preference for plaintiff's side? Steady pay at approximately $120k with no bonuses, or a base salary of $70k plus a cut of what you close over a minimum threashold? Midwest-ish market. In both situations, you get a cut of what you bring in.

like

I know this is a broad question but how much should a 3 year PI attorney going into their 4th year make approx. I’m in Chicago, a range is fine too.

like

4th year at a mid size PI firm. Got pulled from litigating MVAs to help this solo we hired start a med Mal/nursing home practice. 1 year in and it looks like I’m two steps backwards in terms of getting paid because we’re a year or more out from a lot of the fees hitting. I respect the solo a lot, he’s a mentor, but I’ve got kids and I gotta get paid. Trying not to burn bridges, but I can’t wait years to get cut in. Advice?

like

What are good KPIs for personal injury support staff?

like

I’m a 3L applying in NYC for post grad employment. Which plaintiffs PI/Med firms have the best opportunities for a junior? Everything I find, including my past summer job, is a small shop with 3 partners max and a handful of established associates. I would really like plaintiffs side.

likesmart

New to PI. I filed suit and know policy limits ($500k). I want $1M but I have to live in reality. Insurance company wants to know if I have a demand. Is there any reason why I’d demand more than the policy limits?

like

What metrics do you think are most important to measure for success of a Plaintiff’s firm? Obviously revenue, but what else is at the top of the list for you?

like

First PI case. Just got defendant’s discovery back. I asked for all policies to see any potential coverage and was just sent back the 2-page dec page. Is that normal? What is my response/objection to this?

like

My firm offers very generous commission splits for cases that I bring in. What are good ways for a young plaintiffs attorney with no name recognition to bring in cases?

like

Definitely going to be a noobie question!

My client's medical provider asked for his PIP ledger: how do I get that? Just send a LOR to the carrier and ask?

like

As a former Corporate Counsel, now mostly solo practitioner in Federal Court specialty practice is a mixture of Bankruptcy, Immigration, Business Transactions and Employment law.
My question is could I affiliate "of counsel" on part of my practice like say only Employment Law?

like

3P Policy Limits: $100k
Liability has been accepted
Property Damage: $10k
Current Medical Bills: $65k
MRI findings (lumbar): 4mm
Client has received 3 injections and a surgery rec for laser discectomy

Sent 2 policy limits demands. Adjuster offered $60k both times because they don’t see a “causal relationship” without offering us any articulated supporting facts.

The insured is a Radiologist, he appears to own a home valued over $2M.

Is this policy open? Best approach? Thoughts?

like

What’s the learning curve making the move from ID to PI? 6th year at an ID firm and just got an offer from a good PI firm, but just nervous bc I’ve never been on the plaintiffs end before.

like

Good Morning. Any recommendations for private investigator in personal injury? Good, reliable, quick responsive person with great prices. Thanks

like

Anyone work for Morgan & Morgan? Do you know if they allow you to work remotely/hybrid? I’d like to apply with them but the closest office is an hour away and I don’t want that commute. I have a young child.

like

In an auto accident trial, can you inform the jury in any way that the at-fault driver had insurance? I have a hard time believing a jury would award 7-figure damages if they thought the little old lady defendant had to personally pay. I’m just starting to do PI on the side by myself at my firm, so this is probably a very dumb and obvious question.

like

I give my cell phone to all clients routinely. However, there are always 1 to 2 clients who abuse this and it seems as soon as their cases are over I find a new one and it is making me rethink. I hate to do this because 98% do not abuse it and I like being connected to my people. Thoughts??

like

For Plaintiff's attorneys, how big is your caseload? What kind of cases are the majority of them and are they in suit? I am currently handling 150+ mostly MVAs and premise liability cases, just about all in suit, (on top of about 10 DUIs and other small traffic matters) and I feel like I'm drowning and looking to jump ship. What is normal/to be expected? In NYC area if that matters

like

Thoughts on purchasing leads?

like

New to Fishbowl?

Download the Fishbowl app to
unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.
That was just a preview…
Sign Up to see all discussions
  • Discover what it’s like to work at companies from real professionals
  • Get candid advice from people in your field in a safe space
  • Chat and network with other professionals in your field
Sign up in seconds to unlock all discussions on Fishbowl.

Already a user?
Login here

Share

Embed this post

Copy and paste embed code on your site

Preview

Download the
Fishbowl app

See what’s happening in your industry
from the palm of your hand.

A phone with Fishbowl app

Scan your QR code to download
Fishbowl app on your mobile

Download app

Sign up for free to view this conversation on Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use and Privacy Policy

Already have an account? Log in

Sign up for free to continue using Fishbowl

By continuing you agree to Terms of Use(New) and Privacy Policy(New)
Messaging rates may apply

Already have an account? Log in

For account settings, visit Fishbowl on Desktop Browser or

General

Legal