Clear guidance. Real protection. No financial pressure.
When You’re Injured at Work, You Shouldn’t Have to Carry This Alone
We help injured workers across Southern California understand their options and move forward with confidence.

How can we assist you?
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About Us
Justice For The Injured
Active, Attentive & Effective Representation
Over the past 30 years, we’ve successfully handled complex workers’ compensation and personal injury claims, including more than 40 workers’ compensation cases exceeding $1 million each.
This experience allows us to focus on outcomes, not slogans — helping injured workers ease financial pressure through clear communication and steady guidance.
While we can’t speed up recovery, we work to secure compensation and access to medical care so clients can take the time they need to heal after a work-related injury or the wrongful death of a loved one.
Problem
Being Injured Changes Everything.
You’re dealing with pain, medical appointments, reduced income, and a system that doesn’t explain itself clearly.
Your employer says one thing. The insurance company says another. And you’re left wondering what actually applies to you.
Most injured workers don’t feel angry at first. They feel confused. Drained. Unsure who to trust.
That’s normal.
Role
Our Role Is Simple: We Take the Weight Off Your Shoulders.
We’ve been serving injured workers since the firm was founded, focused on clear problem-solving and practical resolution.
You don’t need to understand the legal system.
You don’t need to argue with insurers.
You don’t need to guess what’s fair or what comes next.
We handle the complexity, explain every step in plain language, and protect your interests while you focus on your recovery.
We’ve been serving injured workers since the firm was founded, focused on clear problem-solving and practical resolution.
You don’t need to understand the legal system.
You don’t need to argue with insurers.
You don’t need to guess what’s fair or what comes next.
We handle the complexity, explain every step in plain language, and protect your interests while you focus on your recovery.
We Prioritize Clear, Direct Communication at Every Stage.
We cut through red tape and prioritize direct communication.
Clients have access to our cell phones and private emails, receive returned calls — including evenings and weekends when needed — and are supported by a daily call-logging system so no message is missed.
We Regularly Assist Workers With:
If your injury happened because of your work, it’s worth getting clear answers.
Testimonials
What our clients say.
A History of Success.
Over $70 million recovered for injured workers across California, including multiple seven-figure workers’ compensation settlements.
Process
What the Process Looks Like.
01
We listen.
We start by understanding your injury, your work situation, and your concerns.
02
We explain your options.
We clarify which benefits may apply, what to expect next, and what to avoid.
03
We handle the case.
Our team manages communication, paperwork, and negotiations on your behalf.
04
You stay informed 24/7.
You receive consistent updates, clear answers, and no unanswered questions.
You always know where things stand.
Case Study
A Historic Workers’ Compensation
Result in California.
Rafael Pineda’s case was turned down by five law firms.
He was told there was no case because his injury happened while commuting.
We found the exception.
We proved the injury qualified as a work-related accident and that responsibility applied.
The insurance company’s first offer was $10,000.
After depositions, trial, and an appeal, the case was resolved for $13.2 million — a historic workers’ compensation settlement in California, negotiated by Michael Rott, Esq.
Attorneys
Meet the Attorneys Who Handle Your Case.
When you contact Hiden Rott Oertle LLP, you’re not handed off to a system.
You’re supported by experienced attorneys who take responsibility for your case and your peace of mind.
Our Attorneys:

Michael Ian Rott
Managing Partner
California
30+ years practicing law
Workers’ Compensation - 90%
Personal Injury - 10%

David V. Hiden
Owner & Partner
California
30+ years practicing law
Workers’ Compensation - 15%
Personal Injury - 60%
Employment Law - 20%

Brian E. Dougherty
Associate
California
Workers’ Compensation - 100%
Get Started
Speak With an Experienced Workers’ Compensation Lawyer.
If you’ve been injured at work and need clear answers about your rights, benefits, or medical care, we’re here to help.
You may also contact us directly at 619-369-3323.
















