John W. Becker

Biography

John W. Becker focuses his practice on defending self-insured employers and insurance carriers in Workers’ Compensation claims in New York. John has over five years of litigation experience in Workers’ Compensation, and regularly represents clients in depositions and trials before the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board.

John has extensive experience in representing a wide variety of clients, including retailers, manufacturers, distributors, gaming and hospitality entities, and construction companies. He focuses on a comprehensive approach to defending claims that involves open and regular communication between employers’ risk management teams, insurance carriers and third party administrators to ensure that all parties with an interest in the defense of any claim are in alignment regarding litigation and resolution strategies.

Prior to obtaining his license to practice law in New York, John’s experience included serving as a legislative assistant for a member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives and in the American Petroleum Institute’s Office of General Counsel, where he advised on Environmental Protection Agency regulations and issues facing the oil and gas industry.