Subrogation
Our Subrogation Services
Full-service subrogation representation across workers’ compensation, property damage, and personal injury claims.
Subrogation Recovery
With nearly 60 years of combined experience, our attorneys aggressively pursue third-party recovery in workers’ compensation claims across all 58 California counties and federal courts, maximizing both immediate recoveries and long-term reserve relief for our clients.
- Third-party liability investigation – Comprehensive case analysis to identify all potential liable parties and coverage sources in workplace injury scenarios
- Recovery maximization strategies – Proven approaches that capture both immediate cash recovery and reserve take-downs through strategic credit negotiations
- Lien filing and perfection – Expert lien assertion and priority positioning across multiple California jurisdictions with our statewide legal team
- Settlement negotiation – Strategic coordination with personal injury counsel and workers’ compensation defense attorneys to achieve optimal global resolutions
Carrier Services
We partner with workers’ compensation insurance carriers, TPAs, and self-insured employers to maximize subrogation recoveries and reduce claim costs through specialized legal expertise and comprehensive claims support.
- Claim evaluation – Expert analysis of workers’ compensation files to identify third-party liability and recovery potential, helping carriers capture often-overlooked subrogation opportunities
- Recovery assessment – Strategic evaluation of settlement structures to maximize both immediate recovery and long-term reserve relief through credit optimization
- Litigation support – Full-service subrogation litigation across all California jurisdictions with attorneys experienced in carrier operations and cost management priorities
- Training and education – Industry-leading subrogation training programs for claims teams, delivered by attorneys who speak nationally at NASP conferences and lead industry education initiatives
Employer Representation
We provide comprehensive legal services to self-insured employers, municipal risk pools, and joint power associations, focusing on cost containment through aggressive subrogation recovery and strategic claims management.
- Subrogation maximization – Proactive identification and pursuit of third-party recovery opportunities to reduce employer workers’ compensation costs and protect reserves
- Credit optimization – Strategic settlement negotiations that provide maximum offset against ongoing workers’ compensation liability and future claim exposure
- Cost containment strategies – Comprehensive approach combining subrogation recovery with efficient case resolution to minimize total claim costs
- Regulatory compliance – Ensuring all recovery efforts comply with California workers’ compensation statutes and WCAB procedures across all jurisdictions
Federal Court Practice
Our attorneys represent clients in federal courts throughout California, handling complex subrogation matters involving federal jurisdiction, maritime law, and interstate commerce cases that require specialized expertise.
- LHWCA claims – Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act subrogation involving maritime employers, stevedores, and harbor operations with unique federal statutory requirements
- Federal employee claims – Federal Employees’ Compensation Act (FECA) coordination and subrogation recovery in cases involving government workers and federal contractors
- Multi-jurisdictional matters – Complex subrogation cases spanning multiple states or involving federal agencies, requiring coordination across various court systems
- Appeals and writs – Appellate advocacy in federal circuit courts and strategic writ practice to protect client interests in complex procedural matters
Who We Serve
We bring a tailored approach to subrogation for a wide variety of clients in the insurance space:
- Insurance Carriers
- Third Party Administrators
- Brokers
- Employers
- Managing General Agents
- Risk Pools
- Governmental Entities
- Subrogation Vendors
Every client has different goals and expectations, and here at Capalbo Daniel, PC we aim to please with customized strategies for each unique situation.