Subrogation is an insurer's right to recover payments made to you under your insurance policy from a third party who is at fault for the loss. This 50-state chart summarizes workers' compensation subrogation laws - the most common issues and questions claims handlers face.Subrogation refers to the act of one party taking over the legal rights of another party to seek damages through a lawsuit. To file a claim against the County please complete the form below, print, sign and send to the address listed on the form. The Fall 2007 edition of the Subro Observer includes the introduction of five new attorneys in Philadelphia, Charlotte, Chicago, San. Diego, and Los Angeles. Items 16 below must be completed (see instructions on page 2). 1. Check one box below for the case type that best describes this case:. Subrogation is an arrangement between insurance companies to prevent insured parties from receiving double compensation. Learn how State Farm may try to recover a claim payment when another party is primarily at fault for your damages.