Jorge L. Hernandez has practiced workers compensation and civil law since his admission to the bar in 1993. In 2007, after many years as a partner in a larger firm, he established his own firm, Hernandez, Torres & Biggiani. His firm’s goal is to provide each client with the highest level of service while maintaining a personalize relationship with each individual client.
Mr. Hernandez has personally represented thousands of injured clients before the Division of Workers’ Compensation and has secured millions of dollars in awards and settlements.
Mr. Hernandez is compassionate about all people but has a lot of empathy for the continued struggles of the working class Latinos.
Practice areas
29 years, 3,000 cases
12 years
12 years
12 years
Languages spoken
Spanish
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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PA | Administrative Suspension | 1994 | 03/15/2022 |
NJ | Active | 1993 | 03/28/2022 |
Legal answers | 6 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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Personal Injury | SuperLawyers | 2022 |
Top 100 Trial Lawyers | National Trial Lawyers Association | 2017 |
Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 | Martindale-Hubbell | 2016 |
Attorney of the Year | Desfile HispanoAmericano | 2006 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Founder/Partner | Hernandez Law Offices | 2007 - Present |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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New Jersey State Bar Association | Attorney Member | N/A |
New Jersey Association for Justice | N/A | |
National Trial Lawyers Association | Top 100 Lawyers | N/A |
Justice James H. Coleman, Jr., Inn of Court | 2009 - 2014 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Hispanic & Union County Bar Association | Total Disability | 2001 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Rutgers University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 1993 |
Rutgers University | BS - Bachelor of Science | 1990 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Hispanic & Union County Bar Association | Total Disability | 2001 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Jennings v. Wakefern -DOCKET NO. A-4333-99T3 | Affirmed |
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October 12, 2016
Posted by John
October 12, 2010
Michael Alvarez, Litigation Attorney on Sep 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Hernandez is a valuable asset in the legal community. Fights feverishly for his clients, possesses a vast knowledge of the law and maintains high standards. I have referred conflict cases to him and will continue to do as I know he is an exceptional advocate for his clients.
Alan Harwick, Workers compensation Attorney on Nov 7, 2010
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Jorge is a zealous advocate for his clients. Jorge has devoted his practice to New Jersey Workers' Compensation and is extremely knowledgeable. From my observations of Jorge's demeanor, he is very understanding and patient when dealing with his clients.
Michael Alvarez, Litigation Attorney on Sep 24, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Hernandez is a valuable asset in the legal community. Fights feverishly for his clients, possesses a vast knowledge of the law and maintains high standards. I have referred conflict cases to him and will continue to do as I know he is an exceptional advocate for his clients.
Alan Harwick, Workers compensation Attorney on Nov 7, 2010
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Jorge is a zealous advocate for his clients. Jorge has devoted his practice to New Jersey Workers' Compensation and is extremely knowledgeable. From my observations of Jorge's demeanor, he is very understanding and patient when dealing with his clients.
Fred Hopke, Workers compensation Attorney on Nov 5, 2010
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Randy Grossman, Workers compensation Attorney on Oct 22, 2010
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have known Jorge for several years as he practices law in the same area. He is a true professional. Jorge has been a tough adversary as he zealously advocates on behalf of his clients. He is always prepared when I see him in court. In addition, Jorge exhibits a high level of professionalism in his dealings with judges and fellow attorneys. I endorse Jorge Hernandez for his legal abilities and fine character.
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