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LANIQUA KENNEDY

LANIQUA KENNEDY

All- Lines Insurance Adjuster

Summary

Insurance Adjuster skilled in investigating and analyzing liability concerning personal, casualty or property loss. Proven history of leveraging excellent negotiation skills to facilitate settlements. Excellent communication skills demonstrated through five years of experience interviewing specialists, witnesses and claimants to compile information.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Initial Loss Reporting Adjuster

Wardlaw Claims
Waco, TX
02.2023 - 07.2023
  • Analyzing insurance claims to determine coverage and liability.
  • Communicating with policyholders, claimants, and other parties involved in claims.
  • Providing excellent customer service to policyholders and claimants and addressing any concerns or questions they may have.
  • Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to claims processing and settlement.
  • Created detailed assessments of damages to property and vehicles.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

Inside Property Adjuster

Best Claim Solutions
Irving, TX
03.2022 - 01.2023
  • Settled claims after determining clients coverages, liability and authority levels.
  • Collected and summarized information in reports required by client, local, state and federal government.
  • Examined claim forms, policies and endorsements and client instructions to determine coverages.
  • Presented evidence at legal proceedings and produced reports and other documents as evidence.
  • Investigated claims by reviewing policy contracts to determine claim coverage based on cause and facts of loss.
  • Developed effective techniques to mitigate losses.
  • Identified insurance coverage limitations with thorough examinations of claims documentation and related records.

Residential Field

Alacrity Solutions
Metairie, LA
09.2021 - 11.2021
  • Investigated claims by reviewing policy contracts to determine claim coverage based on cause and facts of loss.
  • Carefully reviewed claim information to verify accuracy and avert fraudulent claims.
  • Developed effective techniques to mitigate losses.
  • Prepared sketch of floor plan and roofline and entered data into Xactimate to develop line-by-line item costs of damages.
  • Scoped and photographed properties for defects and damage.
  • Identified insurance coverage limitations with thorough examinations of claims documentation and related records.
  • Analyzed information gathered by investigation and report findings and recommendations.
  • Read over insurance policies to ascertain levels of coverage and determine whether claims would receive approvals or denials.
  • Investigated and assessed damage to property and reviewed property damage estimates.

Auto Liability Adjuster

Progressive Insurance, Littleton Group
Dallas, Texas
04.2021 - 09.2021
  • Negotiated settlements with claimants and claimants' attorneys.
  • Took statements from insureds, claimants and witnesses.
  • Handled full in-depth auto coverage for non-standard claims.
  • Investigated losses and identified coverage issues.
  • Handled calls from customers and other stakeholders about claim processes.
  • Determine who is at fault and to what extent. Determination affects the compensation each party is entitled to receive.
  • Investigated and assessed damage to property and reviewed property damage estimates.
  • Reviewed police reports, medical treatment records, and physical property damage to determine extent of liability.

Commercial Auto Adjuster

Alacrity
Dallas, TX
08.2020 - 03.2021

• Review and investigate claims related to commercial auto accidents, including property damage, bodily injury, and liability issues.

  • Evaluate coverage and liability and determine the extent of damages.
  • Negotiate settlements with claimants, attorneys, and other insurance companies.
  • Communicate with clients, agents, and other stakeholders regarding the status of claims
  • Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely and accurate processing of claims.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulations, and best practices.

Total Loss Adjuster

Alacrity Solutions
Dallas, Texas
12.2018 - 03.2020
  • Corresponded with witnesses, claimants, specialists and agents to compile incident information.
  • Coordinated with local body shops to assign repair jobs and obtained rental vehicles for customers for duration of restoration process.
  • Successfully negotiated settlements with claimants and insurers.
  • Approved payment of claims within certain monetary limit.
  • Negotiated claim settlements when needed.

Claim Processing Specialist

Catastrophe Management Solutions
Richardson, Texas
04.2016 - 10.2018
  • Reviewed new files to determine current status of injury claim and to develop plan of action.
  • Conducted full claim investigations and reported updates and legal actions.
  • Followed up with customers on unresolved issues.
  • Responded to inquiries by answering questions, providing information and directing customers to appropriate resources.
  • Performed administrative duties by verifying documentation, researching facts and contacting other parties involved to determine fault percentages and minimize potential losses.
  • Reviewed insurance and claims documents to verify required information and secure any missing data for settlements.

Education

Associate of Arts -

El Centro College
Dallas, TX
05.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Dallas Can Academy
Dallas
08.2005 - 2009.01

Skills

Strategic Planning

Affiliations

customer experience improvement task and proper time management. Dedicated self-starter with a strong record of accomplishment of developing and implementing policies, procedures and process improvements leading to significant positive results.

Timeline

Initial Loss Reporting Adjuster

Wardlaw Claims
02.2023 - 07.2023

Inside Property Adjuster

Best Claim Solutions
03.2022 - 01.2023

Residential Field

Alacrity Solutions
09.2021 - 11.2021

Auto Liability Adjuster

Progressive Insurance, Littleton Group
04.2021 - 09.2021

Commercial Auto Adjuster

Alacrity
08.2020 - 03.2021

Total Loss Adjuster

Alacrity Solutions
12.2018 - 03.2020

Claim Processing Specialist

Catastrophe Management Solutions
04.2016 - 10.2018

High School Diploma -

Dallas Can Academy
08.2005 - 2009.01

Associate of Arts -

El Centro College
05.2001 -
LANIQUA KENNEDYAll- Lines Insurance Adjuster