AHRC is a workers' compensation defense oriented association of individuals dedicated to providing high quality, state of the art legal representation of claims litigated before the workers compensation appeals board.
The purpose and objectives of the Association are the promotion of the general welfare of its members by developing educational programs, certification of abilities and fostering close professional relationships among the members.
The Association is governed by the Constitution and Bylaws developed by the Executive Committe with the approval of the members.
The current Board members for the term of 2008-2009 consist of the following workers compensation professionals:
President: Kathi Ruhe (714) 572-8210
Vice-President: Paul Ruben (818) 613-1755
2nd Vice-President: Monique Dubose (310) 902-9717
Secretary: Larry Sittig
Treasurer: Antoinette Smith
The Association works closely with the Insurance Educational Association, multiple medical and legal professionals in the workers compensation arena to develop educational programs and seminars with the goal of fine tuning the skills of its members. Monthly educational meetings with guest speakers on a wide variety of pertinent medical-legal topics provide the members with a open forum for discussion and participation in an informal setting.
The Association is currently seeking experienced claims and litigation professionals to join our dynamic organization. All members profit from the comraderie and educational benefits afforded to our members as we face the ongoing challenges in our rapidly changing industry.
The Association holds 10 annual monthly meetings. Guests are welcome and encouraged to attend. The meetings are held on the 3rd Friday during the months of January to June with a summer break during the months of July and August. The meetings resume in September and October. A Holiday meeting is held the first Friday in December.
The location is the Holiday Inn at 7000 Beach Blvd., Buena Park, CA 90621 (just north of the 91 Freeway). The phone number is 714 522-7000. A buffet lunch is served at 11:30 followed by a presentation by guest speakers. The meeting and luncheon fee is $25 for members and $25 for guests.
The annual membership dues are $50. Membership applications are available either by download or at the meetings for those who are interested in joining AHRC. Membership and active involvement in the Association is required for certification.