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Biography
I am a Founding Partner, at Hiden, Rott & Oertle, LLP. I am a firm believer in communication. I pride myself in keeping clients involved and informed in every step of their case.
I also know that it is equally important to communicate with the opposing party and their lawyers, as they are the gate keepers to resolving your claim.
While litigation and trial is always an option, I have been extremely successful in resolving our clients claims at early stages in the process, while being able to fully maximize our clients settlements. The reason for this high success rate is preparation...preparing your case early in the game, so that trial is an option and not merely the only avenue.
Because in the end, delays prevent you from getting on with your life and focusing on the positive aspects that involve friends, family and travel, which offers great peace of mind.
Not to worry, in the event your case will not informally resolve for a great result that we believe is right for you; your injuries; and the case, we will take your case to trial.
Contact me at your convenience, as I make myself extremely accessible to existing clients, as well as perspective ones. I have a phenomenal track record. You will be glad you contacted me.
A Winning Track Record With Outstanding Settlements For Our Clients!
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Workers Compensation
40%
Car Accident
20%
Personal Injury
20%
Brain Injury
10%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 550-550 per hour
Contingency
30%-45%
Pro bono
5 %
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
Awards
2020 2019 2015
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3
2013 2012
Licenses
Licensed in California for 32 years
State: California
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
HIDEN, ROTT & OERTLE, LLP
(619) 296-5171
Fax
2635 Camino del Rio South, Suite 110, San Diego, CA, 92108
HIDEN, ROTT & OERTLE, LLP
1501 Ocotillo Drive, Suite F, El Centro, CA, 92243
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David Vincent Hiden's Reviews
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Posted by Miles | December 11, 2025 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The undisputed Traumatic Brain injury experts!
My only regret in this review is that I'm not able to give these lovely people 10 or more stars! I was referred to Hiden, Rott & Oertle by our family attorney, after I was injured in a freak work accident, suffering a fractured skull, broken bones, a TBI(brain bleed) and short term memory issues amo...
Posted by anonymous | April 23, 2024 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Great Experience
Spoke with David several times and he is a wonderful attorney. He was so helpful and knowledgeable about the WC process. He was able to give me some great advice for which I am very thankful. Would recommend him to anyone. He made a stressful situation better.
Posted by Ryan | August 29, 2022 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Extremely Experienced Coucil
David was referred to me, by another lawyer that practices in a different field. From my first call with David, I could immediately tell that was very well-versed and experienced in his practice. He made himself immediately available to help me, even giving me his cell phone number. From our first...
Posted by shay | October 4, 2021 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
great advice
David took time out of his day to provide me with legal advice very promptly when I really needed it. I appreciated his responsiveness, professionalism, and information. I highly recommend.
Posted by Doreen | July 20, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Dave Hiden is the little guy's attorney
Dave settled several credit cards for me. He got great results, and his fee was very reasonable. He kept me informed throughout the process and led me through it step by step. I can't say enough good things about him. I give him my highest recommendation and will definitely use him again if I'm e...
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"Dave's professional record speaks for itself. All he does is win, win, win. No matter what the issue is Dave finds a way to work it to his clients advantage. But the best part of Dave is that his capacity for compassion is as large as his intellect is capable. Anywhere I go with Dave he's easily the nicest guy in the room."
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"Dave is an incredible person, lawyer and advocate. He is experienced, knowledgeable, compassionate, caring, empathetic, dedicated and loyal. He and his partner have built a firm dedicated to providing excellent legal representation to all of their clients and staffed it with knowledgeable and skilled employees. If I or one of my loved ones ever suffered an injury caused by the negligence of another, the firm of Hiden, Rott & Oertle would be my first and only choice for superior legal representation."
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"In the little time I've known Mr. Hiden, his expertise and professionalism are evident from his impressive profile and his well crafted responses to the posted legal questions on Avvo."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Dave is a fine lawyer. He is dedicated to his clients and provides top legal services. Dave knows what it takes to obtain full value for his clients injuries, he goes the extra mile."
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Experience
Honors
2013
Avvo Top Contributor, Avvo
2004
Certificate of Honor, UFCW, Local 135
Work Experience
1994 - Present
Founding Partner, Hiden, Rott & Oertle, LLP
Associations
State Bar of California
Member
San Diego County Bar Association
Member
Consumer Attorneys of San Diego
Member
San Diego Superior Court
Chairman
California Chiropractic Association
Member
California Chiropractic Association
Chairman
Sample of Legal Cases
LaFrancis v. Westways Staffing
$1.2M (approx.)
Education
1993
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
California State University, San Diego
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2013
Teamsters
Car Accidents on the Job
2010
OPEIU, Local 30
Personal Injury and Workers' Compensation Cross Over Claims
Publications
2007
Hiden, Rott & Oertle Legal Magazine
The Union Defender
Languages
English
Spanish
Activity
Legal Answers
Top Contributor
David earned significant contribution points in 2013.
Legal Answers
Q&A
Child custody?
02 Oct 2018
Q&A
I received a civil demand for $250 from Target in California , should I pay it?
26 Sep 2018
Q&A
Can I speak with my ex’s lawyer when they call me?
21 Sep 2018