Business Details
Your Trusted Personal Injury & Workers' Comp Lawyers in Covina
Hernandez Injury Lawyers has built a reputation as a trusted advocate for individuals navigating personal injury and workers' compensation cases. With decades of combined legal experience, our team approaches each case with precision, strategy, and unwavering dedication to client rights. We prioritize clear communication, ensuring clients understand their case status without legal jargon, while aggressively pursuing maximum compensation through negotiations or litigation. Our contingency fee model ensures accessibility to justice, as clients pay nothing unless we secure compensation.Our personalized strategies reflect a deep understanding of California's complex legal systems, and our track record of recovering millions for clients demonstrates our commitment to excellence. As former public defenders, insurance representatives, and judges, our team brings unique perspectives to every case. We maintain transparency in all operations, adhering to ethical standards while providing compassionate support throughout the legal process. Our bilingual capabilities and community involvement further underscore our dedication to serving diverse populations effectively.
Services
Personal Injury
Workers Compensation
Car Accidents
Slip and Falls
Wrongful Death
Dog Bites
Workplace Injuries
Highlights and features
- Proven track record recovering millions for injured clients
- Former insurance defense attorneys and workers' comp judges on staff
- Bilingual legal representation available
- Contingency fee model - no payment unless we win
- Personalized case strategies tailored to individual needs
Services
Personal Injury
Our personal injury practice helps clients recover compensation for injuries caused by others' negligence. We handle car accidents, slip and falls, and workplace injuries, focusing on medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. With experienced trial attorneys, we negotiate aggressively with insurance companies or litigate when necessary.
Workers Compensation
We specialize in workers' compensation cases, helping injured workers access medical care, disability benefits, and job displacement vouchers. Our team includes former judges and insurance defense attorneys who understand the system's complexities and fight for maximum benefits through negotiations or hearings.
Wrongful Death
Our wrongful death representation supports families who've lost loved ones due to negligence. We pursue compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional damages, handling cases involving car accidents, workplace fatalities, and medical malpractice with compassionate yet aggressive advocacy.
Car Accidents
We represent car accident victims in claims against insurance companies, seeking compensation for vehicle damage, medical bills, and emotional trauma. Our attorneys investigate collisions thoroughly, gather evidence, and negotiate settlements that reflect the full impact of injuries on clients' lives.
Slip and Falls
Our slip and fall practice holds property owners accountable for unsafe conditions. We prove negligence by demonstrating property maintenance failures, secure medical documentation, and calculate long-term financial impacts to obtain fair compensation for clients' injuries and recovery needs.
People
John Hernandez
Founder and President
Seasoned attorney with 35+ years' experience, former workers' compensation judge, and insurance defense attorney. Holds MBA and Ed.D. candidate status. Secured $1.5M settlement for home health care benefits. Admitted to all California courts and federal district court.
Lisa Porambo
Senior Attorney
Cum Laude graduate with 20+ years in workers' compensation law. Former in-house counsel for major insurers. Specializes in disability benefits disputes and Labor Code violations. Member of California Applicants Attorneys Association and LatinoComp.
Douglas Owenby
Associate Attorney
35-year legal veteran and retired military intelligence officer. Focuses on workers' compensation advocacy. Member of California Lawyers Association and LatinoComp. Active in community organizations including Boy Scouts and PTA.
Eliuth Moran
Office Manager
Key team member since 2016 with expertise in workers' compensation claims from intake to trial. Bilingual advocate for injured workers. Combines legal knowledge with Yankees fandom and commitment to continuous learning in workers' rights.
Nora Zelaya
Senior Hearing Representative
25+ years' experience advocating for injured workers. Bilingual expert in California workers' compensation law. Community outreach volunteer and lifelong Dodgers fan. Known for clear communication of complex legal concepts to clients.
Questions
What types of cases do you handle?
We specialize in personal injury and workers' compensation cases including car accidents, slip and falls, workplace injuries, wrongful death, and dog bites.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fees come from the compensation we recover for you.
Do you handle cases in Spanish?
Yes, our team includes bilingual attorneys and staff who can provide full legal services in both English and Spanish.
What if my workers' comp claim was denied?
We can help appeal denied claims through hearings or negotiations. Our team includes former judges and insurance defense attorneys familiar with all aspects of workers' compensation law.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim?
California generally allows two years from the injury date, but specific circumstances may affect this deadline. Contact us promptly to protect your rights.
Can I get compensation for future medical expenses?
Yes, we work to include projected future medical costs in settlements to ensure you have resources for ongoing treatment needs.
