A.J. Hernandez

Practice Focus

A.J. Hernandez is an Attorney at Berry Law who focuses on personal injury litigation. Licensed in Nebraska, Iowa, and New Jersey, he represents injured individuals in motor vehicle collision, trucking, motorcycle, and other negligence matters with an approach shaped by experience on both sides of the courtroom. A.J. began his legal career in insurance defense, where he practiced for approximately five years before transitioning to the representation of the injured party. That background gives him a practical understanding of how insurers assess liability, value claims, and approach settlement negotiations, as well as what juries find credible when cases proceed to trial. He uses that perspective to build persuasive cases, anticipate defense strategies, and position clients to pursue the strongest possible outcome.

Role at Berry Law

At Berry Law, A.J. is part of a litigation team committed to advocacy and compassionate client service. He works closely with clients navigating the aftermath of serious injuries, recognizing that a claim is not simply a legal file but often a turning point in a person’s physical recovery, financial stability, and day-to-day life. He values clear communication, thorough case preparation, and practical guidance throughout the process. A.J. believes clients should understand not only where their case stands, but also how strategic decisions are made at each stage. That client-centered approach aligns with Berry Law’s broader commitment to pairing experienced advocacy with responsive service for people facing difficult circumstances.

Perspective on Injury Cases

A.J.’s decision to devote his practice to injured individuals was also shaped by personal experience. In the spring of 2022, his wife was involved in a motor vehicle collision and quickly experienced the limitations that her injuries imposed on everyday life. Witnessing firsthand the aftermath and the physical, emotional, and financial toll that an injury can have on an individual, and on a family, reinforced his desire to help people through these difficult times. That experience informs the empathy he brings to client representation today. He understands that behind every case is a person whose routines, work, relationships, and peace of mind may have been disrupted in lasting ways. His goal is to combine honest counsel with determined advocacy, so clients feel heard, prepared, and supported while pursuing compensation.

Experience & Results

A.J.’s experience includes securing six-figure settlements in a range of challenging injury matters. He obtained a six-figure recovery for an injured Veteran involved in a West Omaha motor vehicle collision after the client was forced to lay down his motorcycle to avoid a direct impact with another vehicle. He also helped obtain a six-figure settlement in a Nebraska trucking rear-end collision despite relatively minor property damage, successfully proving the lasting effects of a whiplash-type injury and overcoming assumptions that the client was not seriously hurt. In another six-figure Iowa recovery, he represented a motorcycle rider who sustained a traumatic brain injury when a merging driver failed to yield and collided with the client’s bike. His prior defense-side experience also includes obtaining a defense verdict in the U.S. District Court for the District of Nebraska in a negligent failure-to-warn matter involving a concrete mix supplier and preparing the appellate brief that helped secure affirmance after appeal to the Eighth Circuit. In addition, he has obtained summary judgment in matters involving wrongful death, personal injury, professional negligence, and employment claims.

Background & Interests

His professional recognition includes an election for a two-year term with the Nebraska State Bar Association along with several professional nominations.