1. Incident & Insurer Parameters
Record key crash details and insurer identities
2. Dual-Track Claim Evidence & Coordination Matrix
Prevent conflicting filings and confirm concurrent record-keeping
Track A: Workers' Comp
No-Fault Statutory
Covers authorized medical treatment and partial lost wages; no pain and suffering damages.
Track B: Third-Party Negligence
At-Fault Tort
Covers general damages, pain and suffering, and full wage differentials against negligent driver.
3. Communications & Conflict Log
Chronological audit trail preventing statement contamination
| Date | Party / Insurer | Subject / Commitment | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-16 | State Workplace Casualty | Accepted initial medical liability; assigned adjuster #781 | Documented |
| 2026-09-17 | Apex Mutual Insurance | Third-party adjuster requested recorded interview; declined per protocol | Protected |
| 2026-09-18 | Coordinated Counsel | Sent joint notice of dual representation to prevent lien disputes | Active |
4. Subrogation & Lien Intersection Model
Transparent mathematical breakdown of recovery & lien repayment
Net Estimated Recovery
$58,900.00
Gross Settlement less Subrogation Offset
Subrogation Offset (Lien Repayment)
$6,100.00
Carrier statutory repayment after negotiated reduction
Lien Analysis: Carrier paid $18,500.00 in statutory medical costs. Modeled repayment of $6,100.00 reflects a negotiated 33.0% compromise lien satisfaction.
5. Consultation Preparation Brief
Structured summary packet for attorney evaluation
Key Questions for Legal Counsel
- Does your firm handle both the workers' comp hearing and the third-party bodily injury trial, or coordinate with trusted co-counsel?
- What is the carrier's statutory lien reduction requirement under state law regarding common fund doctrine or attorney fee contributions?
- Has the workers' compensation carrier consented in writing prior to any third-party liability release?
- Are future medical credit offsets properly structured if the liability claim settles before maximum medical improvement (MMI)?