Michael D. Herman

Founder and Trial Attorney | The Herman Firm, Inc. | Walnut Creek, California

Attorney Michael D. Herman is the founder of The Herman Firm, Inc., a personal injury litigation firm headquartered in Walnut Creek, California. With more than 14 years of legal experience, Mr. Herman has dedicated his career exclusively to representing individuals and families who have suffered serious injuries or lost loved ones due to the negligence or wrongful conduct of others.

Serving clients throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California, including Contra Costa, Alameda, San Francisco, Santa Clara, and surrounding counties, Mr. Herman has established a reputation for aggressive advocacy, meticulous preparation, and achieving substantial results in complex personal injury litigation.

Throughout his career, Mr. Herman has successfully represented clients in cases involving automobile accidents, commercial trucking collisions, Uber and Lyft rideshare accidents, motorcycle crashes, bicycle and pedestrian injuries, traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, premises liability, dog attacks, and wrongful death.

Mr. Herman has recovered millions of dollars in compensation for injured clients and their families, including numerous six- and seven-figure settlements. His practice frequently involves disputed liability, catastrophic injuries, complex medical evidence, and insurance companies that contest responsibility or the extent of an injured person's damages.

Known for his thorough preparation and willingness to litigate challenging cases, Mr. Herman works closely with medical professionals, expert witnesses, and other specialists to develop compelling evidence and maximize his clients' recoveries. He understands that meaningful results often require extensive investigation, sophisticated litigation strategies, and the willingness to pursue cases through trial when necessary.

Notable Settlements and Case Results

Mr. Herman's record includes significant recoveries in cases involving traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, commercial vehicle collisions, pedestrian accidents, and wrongful death.

2026 Case Results

• $7,800,000 — Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Secured a $7.8 million settlement for a client who sustained a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) in an automobile collision.

2025 Case Results

• $1,870,000 — Commercial Trucking Collision: Secured a $1.87 million settlement arising from a commercial trucking accident.

• $1,000,000 — Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Obtained a $1 million settlement for a client who sustained a mild traumatic brain injury.

• $800,000 — Traumatic Brain Injury: Recovered $800,000 in a case involving a brain injury.

• $800,000 — Spinal Injury: Secured an $800,000 settlement involving a spinal injury.

2024 Case Results

• $800,000 — Uber Rideshare Collision: Obtained an $800,000 settlement arising from a collision involving an Uber vehicle.

• $750,000 — Automobile Collision: Secured a $750,000 settlement in an automobile accident case.

2023 Case Results

• $2,000,000 — Pedestrian Collision: Secured a $2 million settlement involving a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle.

• $1,000,000 — Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Obtained a $1 million settlement involving a mild traumatic brain injury.

• $800,000 — Spinal Injury: Recovered $800,000 in a case involving a spinal injury.

• $500,000 — Pedestrian Collision: Secured a $500,000 settlement for a pedestrian