John David Herrera

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John David Herrera

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Rating: 9.0

Licensed for 25 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at San Jose, CA
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation

300 S 1st St #319, San Jose, CA

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About John

Biography

Practice Areas

1

Practice Area

Workers Compensation 100%

26 years | 1,700 cases

100%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

9%-15%


Payment Methods

  • Check

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2016

Licenses

Licensed in California for 25 years

State: California

Acquired: 2000

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of John David Herrera

300 S 1st St #319, San Jose, CA, 95113

mayenherrera.com

John David Herrera's Reviews

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Posted by Abdul | November 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

The best lawyer and highly recommended

John David Herrera is super nice and very helpful person. My workers comp case was stuck for a long time with another attorney but when I hired John everything was done super quick. I really appreciate his efforts

Posted by Robert D. | October 2, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

John Herrera is a God send

John Herrera represented me for 10 1/2 years. I worked for the CA State dept. of Parks and Recreation. I was crushed by a tractor while on the job and had to be flown into Stanford Hospital where I went through 6 major surgeries. The State threatened to fire me after only 3 months post injury. I then... contacted Mr. Herrera. He saved my life. He is the strongest man and attorney I have ever known. He spent 10 1/2 years working to get me the best deal he could, and he was amazing in his incessant desire to get me the fair settlement. Last month, after 10 1/2 years, he called me to tell me that, because of his never ending work and time in court talking to the various judges, he got me a lifetime income and a hug lump sum payment that will last me until the day I die. He is more than a Godsend. He works from sun up until late at night. He had called me many times at 10pm or 11pm to answer my questions and learn what was causing me horrible pain. I have never known or even heard of an attorney with his incessant work to help me. I do not believe that there is an attorney, anywhere on the face of this planet, that is as dedicated as John is. There is only a 5 star rating possible here; however, he deserves a 10 star rating because he is honest, caring, and a superman of sorts because he saved my life. He even sent me money when I was in a horrible hardship because the state stopped paying me a wage when I was in a wheelchair and paralyzed. He sent me money every time I told him I was in dire straights. This Attorney office of Mayen and Herrera is unbelievable. I had no idea that once I signed the papers to retain this attorney office, that they would dedicate their entire office, and unrelenting, to save my life and get me the fair settlement I deserved. So when I say that Mr. Herrera is a Godsend, there is absolutely no exaggeration in my statement. I believe that this man, and all of his staff, are the absolute best on this planet. If you need a dedicated, honest, and tireless attorney, you should contact Mr. Herrera, because anyone else would only suffice to be second best. He is, beyond anyone else, the best attorney anywhere, and I will be indebted to Mr. Herrera, for the rest of my life. There is, quite honestly, no one else, that even comes close to being as good as he is. He is 100% awesome, and he saved my life, quite literally. You could not do better than Mr. Herrera. He is absolutely the best attorney you could hope to have help you...the very best with absolutely no exaggeration.

Posted by anonymous | August 9, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

An Excellent lawyer

First time in my life to talk to lawyers regarding a workers composition case, I am so glade I picked John Herrera to talk. He is very passionate, sympathetic and analytical. If you are looking for a lawyer, who is dedicated to your case for best of result, John definitely is your choice.

Posted by anonymous | March 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Hard working, diligent, knowledgeable

John was highly recommended to me by a close friend, who John successfully represented on a traumatic spine injury. My injury was a difficult medical case, and John and his partner spent a lot of time discussing the various strategies and possible outcomes at every step of my case. John finally set...tled my case, and I'm very happy with the results.

Posted by anonymous | October 28, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

John Herrera

Mr. Herrera handled my worker's compensation claim. Having to deal with a difficult defense attorney, he was very diligent in moving the case to resolution. You felt the security that he had my best interests in securing the best settlement for me.

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Thomas Bloom

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 31

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Focused, determined, and dedicated to achieving the best results for his client. He has an excellent knowledge of the law, and believes in meticulous preparation of his cases, which is evident when you discuss matters with him. I endorse this lawyer."

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Sharon Hom

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"John is a compassionate and highly skilled attorney who works diligently to get great results for his clients."

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Joseph Mayen

Workers compensation lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with John for approximately 13 years, he has now been made a full partner of our office. John is one of the more brilliant lawyers I have known. He is knowledgeable and creative in finding solutions and legal approaches with an unstinting determined manner that gets clients the most money for their injuries. John handles the complex cases in our office, he is the main litigator. John gets results other lawyers only dream about. You will be lucky to have him represent you. Other lawyers seek John's opinions and approaches to help with their cases."

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Ryan Artola

Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Herrera's knowledge and skill in workers compensation are top rate. Whether he is doing discovery, negotiating a settlement, or taking a case to trial, you can expect that he will be well prepared and thorough. He is an impassioned advocate who is both respected by and respectful of clients and fellow members in the legal community."

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Karlo Nebres

Workers compensation lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Thankfully John is a much better attorney than he is a poker player. He is considered one the top Workers' Compensation attorneys in the bay area. Knowledgable and ethical."

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George Henderson

Workers compensation lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Herrera provides an important contribution to our legal forum at Avvo. He is always thorough and always correct. I believe he is a zealous advocate for his clients' claims."

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Daniel Epperly

Workers compensation lawyer | Jun 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Herrera donates his time to answer questions on this forum and his answers are top-notch. Mr. Herrera is well respected in the WC community. I endorse this lawyer."

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Brett Borah

Workers compensation lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Herrera for over a decade and have watched him represent his clients. He does a first rate job. He is knowledgeable. He is passionate about his work. He is thorough. I can recommend him to anyone as a fine choice as their workers' compensation lawyer."

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Experience

Rating:  9.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Clients' Choice Award, Avvo

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2014

Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, State Bar of California

2009

Certified Specialist - Workers' Compensation Law, State Bar of California

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Partner, Mayen & Herrera

2003 - 2009

Associate Attorney, Mayen & Herrera

2001 - 2003

Defense Attorney, Haworth, Bradshaw et al

Associations

2003 - Present

California Applicant's Attorney's Association

Past Chapter President

Sample of Legal Cases

Garcia v Zurich

100% Permanent Disability Award worth in excess of $2 million plus lifetime medical award.

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Education

2000

McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of California - Berkeley

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2012

Paralegal Seminar Workers' Compensation law

Languages

English

Spanish

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