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I have practiced in the area of Workers' Compensation for 17 years. After law school, I was hired by an insurance defense firm specializing in workers' compensation and spent the first two years of my career with them. While the firm was wonderful and the experience was invaluable, my heart just wasn't in it.
I was fortunate to have united with my current partner, Joseph Mayen, in January of 2003 and began representing injured workers. I have absolutely loved the practice from the start. It gives me an opportunity to make a positive difference in many people's lives. In this position, I am able to help people to keep their jobs or return to work if possible and I am able to help them maximize their disability recovery when they are not able to return to work. I assist my clients with obtaining necessary benefits and medical treatment throughout their case in an industry where the law generally does not favor injured workers.
The area of Workers' Compensation has become highly complex and difficult for injured workers to receive just benefits and treatment. I do not believe this to be a system where an injured worker should go it alone. Fees are capped at 15% which is a bargain considering all an attorney can do for you. When searching for an attorney, I recommend using the Find a Lawyer tab on this site and cross referencing the attorneys with the California Applicants Attorneys Association (). I find CAAA members to be passionate about their representation of injured workers and highly knowledgeable given the vast resources the group provides to its members.
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300 S 1st St #319, San Jose, CA, 95113
11 Client Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | August 08, 2017 | Workers Compensation
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 Belinda B. | October 02, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
An Excellent Lawyer
Mr. Herrera settled my case over 10 years ago with open medical. He is very knowledgable and was also able to get me a pension. Even after 10 years, Mr. Herrera still helps me with treatment and he has also helped me find a new treating doctor after the insurance company informed me that my treating ...
Posted by Leslie | May 26, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Excellent experience
I had extreme lower back pain to the point that I could barely walk. After meeting with several doctors who told me that my job caused my condition, I knew I needed to speak to someone about my options. I looked on Yelp for a few recommendations but didn't feel comfortable with the lawyers that I spo...
Posted by anonymous | May 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Look no Further John is your man!
Had an unfortunate job site accident and was not able to continue working. Bills started to pile up and I had no way of getting out of the hole that seemed to be getting deeper, until a friend referred me to the office of John Herrera. The same day I walked into his office he got the ball rolling, se...
Posted by Victor | June 16, 2015 | Trusts
Trust Settlement Disspute
Mr. Herrera assisted me in settling a sensitive Trust Dispute Settlement. As soon as I contacted him, he interviewed both my wife and I, as well as some other key individuals. He immediately took ownership of the case and started interacting with the opposition's attorney. All the while keeping us...
"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."
"John is a compassionate and highly skilled attorney who works diligently to get great results for his clients."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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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
2009 - Present
Partner, Mayen & Herrera
2003 - 2009
Associate Attorney, Mayen & Herrera
2001 - 2003
Defense Attorney, Haworth, Bradshaw et al
2003 - Present
California Applicant's Attorney's AssociationPast Chapter President
100% Permanent Disability Award worth in excess of $2 million plus lifetime medical award.
2000
JD - Juris Doctor
1997
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2012
English
Spanish
Legal Answers
What happens with my workers comp claim if I refuse spine surgery recomended by the doctor?
11 Sep 2015
Office chair hurts my back. Is my employer required to buy me a chair that is comfortable and gives me proper support?
01 Jul 2015
Is an Occupational Medicine Specialist a defense or insurance doctor in workers compensation? I was told not to go to one
02 Jul 2015