Scott N Bergman

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Scott N Bergman

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 26 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Bethesda, MD
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Slip and Fall Accident ... +2 more

10319 Westlake Drive, Suite 490, Bethesda, MD

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Biography

The Law Offices of Scott N. Bergman, LLC. - I'm a true battle tested underdog litigation fighter for my clients. I focus on what my clients' immediate needs are, help getting an action plan together and then focusing on the right settlement for their case.

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 40%

26 years | 4,000 cases

40%
Car Accident 15%

26 years | 4,000 cases

15%
Medical Malpractice 15%

15%
Slip and Fall Accident 15%

15%
Trucking Accident 15%

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 20 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Always


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Wisconsin for 8 years

State: Wisconsin

Acquired: 2017

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Licensed in Massachusetts for 9 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2016

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Maryland for 15 years

State: Maryland

Acquired: 2011

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in District of Columbia for 26 years

State: District of Columbia

Acquired: 2000

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

The Law Offices of Scott N. Bergman, LLC.

10319 Westlake Drive, Suite 490, Bethesda, MD, 20817

bergmanslaw.com/meet-scott/

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Scott N Bergman's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

206 Client Reviews


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Reviewers overwhelmingly praise the lawyer as a dedicated, honest, and fierce advocate who secures favorable settlement results. Clients frequently highlight the lawyer's strong communication, professionalism, and compassionate guidance through complex personal injury cases, with many expressing high satisfaction and willingness to recommend their services.

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Posted by Kim | November 10, 2023

From Denial to Acceptance of my Claim

Prior to hiring Scott, the insurance companies were trying to deny my claim based on contributory negligence on my part which was never true. I hired Scott to assist me in my claims process and he was able to advocate clear liability and to have all my damages covered by the at fault insurance compan...y, GEICO. Mr. Bergman was able to settle my case very fairly and I am pleased with the results. Mr. Bergman has represented many of my family members and this is my first case with him. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing a personal injury attorney.

Posted by anonymous | November 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney

I almost died on the job and Scott saved my life!!

In 2021 I almost died at work in a 25’ ditch that caved in with heavy rocks and dirt that fractured several of my bones while I was working in it laying pipe. My injuries included left Acetabulum, bilateral inferior ramus and damages to my neck, back left ankle and left knee. I was un-conscious and ...it took a while to get me out of the ditch and to the hospital. Then I had to deal with my employer’s insurance company who wanted to deny my benefits for medical care and wages. Scott and his firm were incredible to turn the case around and get my medicals paid, get me the additional medical care that I needed, went to hearings for me and won. Then got me a checks over $370,000 for my WC case. If you have a serious case, Scott is someone I would recommend to take care of case of this seriousness.

Posted by Sephora | October 09, 2023 | Hired Attorney

Attorney Scott N Bergman and Karla are the best! They will fight for you, they had my back till the end. You can definitely tru

Attorney Scott N Bergman and Karla are the best! They will fight for you, They had my back till the end. You can definitely trust and believe that they help you, they communicate well, they will keep the client-attorney client privilege. I have dealt with other attorneys but I have to say that Mr. S...cott Bergman and Karla are the best attorneys that I have ever had! If you are looking to hire a lawyer, STOP looking! Hire them now!

Posted by Richard S. | October 05, 2023 | Hired Attorney

A tough fight for justice for our deceased mother from a horrible car accident

One head on collision accident from a reckless driver changed our mother’s life which was immediately shortened due to her injuries. My mother was an independent women who was strong and vibrant and became severely weakened by this tragedy, to the point of her death a year later because she succumbe...d to her injuries. This has been one of the most difficult things I have ever had to deal with, and I found Scott through AVVO, and hired him because I felt that he was the right attorney to fight for my mother, and he was. I researched and interviewed several attorneys for a week before finding Scott and he came personally to the hospital to meet with my mother and I after her accident, and explained everything to us with clarity, confidence, and explained the possibilities of what can happen in a case like ours. The case went on for 4 years, with a large chunk of time in litigation, because the insurance company did not want to fairly settle and take ownership over their insured causing my mothers death. Scott fought hard and hired the right experts to review the records and agree that the injuries sustained from the accident caused my mothers wrongful death. We were able to settle for a very large amount of money and we, as a family, are pleased with the justice and some closure we feel from receiving a very large settlement check, without having to put us through the horror of being in a trial and reliving the nightmare of what happened to our mother. While this will never replace what we lost in our mother, this successful conclusion, through the help of Attorney Bergman, will allow us to heal and move one with our lives. We are thankful for having Attorney Bergman on our side and we would highly recommend him to anyone that reads this review.

Posted by Hugo | October 03, 2023

Car accident

I was recommended to Mr. Bergman to represent me in my MVA accident. From the start they took care of all my questions and explained the process of how a claim goes as this was my first MVA. I didn’t have to worry about dealing with the insurances once I retained this law firm and I am happy with my ...final results as to what Mr. Bergman could get for my settlement which was reasonable and fair.

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David Rosenblum

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 22

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I've worked with Scott on multiple matters- usually involving difficult liability and or complicated damage issues. He is organized, tenacious, caring and always successful in obtaining a fair and just result for his client."

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George Grasso

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Jan 14

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked closely with Scott on several cases over the past year or so, and I can honestly say that he is one of the most knowledgeable, kind, and passionate attorneys that I have ever dealt with in any capacity. Anyone who is lucky enough to have Scott as their attorney will rest assured knowing that they are in the hands of the best, and that they will receive the utmost attention and the most diligent and effective representation possible."

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Andrew Chiang

Unknown lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse this lawyer. Mr. Bergman is a fierce advocate for his clients. He has an ability to take on difficult and complex problems and achieve great results for the people and businesses he represents. He is tactful, shrewd and very detailed in his work."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2024

Top 100 Trial Attorneys, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2023

Top 100 Trial Attorneys, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2022

Top 100 Trial Attorneys, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2021

Top 100 Trial Attorneys, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2020

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2019

Lead Counsel Rated, Thomson Reuters

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2018

Lead Counsel Rated, Thomson Reuters

2017

Lead Counsel Rated, Thomson Reuters

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2016

Lead Counsel Rated, Thomson Reuters

2016

Top Lawyer Award, Who's Who In American Law

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Association

2013

A+ Business Rating, Better Business Bureau

1995

Outstanding Achievement Award, Who's Who Among American Law Students

1994

Outstanding Achievement Award, Who's Who Among American Law Students

1993

Outstanding Achievement Award, Who's Who Among American Law Students

Work Experience

2000 - Present

Owner of Firm, The Law Offices of Scott N. Bergman, LLC

1994 - 1996

Prosecutor under special license, State Attorney's Office of GA, Fulton County

1989 - 1989

MP Internship, British Parliament UK

Associations

2021 - Present

United States District Court for Western Wisconsin

Admitted to Practice

2021 - Present

United States District Court for Eastern Wisconsin

Admitted to Practice

2020 - Present

United States District Court for Massachusetts

Admitted to Practice

2017 - Present

State Bar of Wisconsin

Admitted to Practice

2017 - Present

Massachusetts Bar Association

Attorney Member

2017 - Present

Boston Bar Association

Attorney Member

2016 - Present

Massachusetts Board of Bar Overseers

Admitted to Practice

2016 - Present

United States Court of Federal Claims Bar Association

Attorney Member

2016 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Second Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2016 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Seventh Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2016 - Present

United States Supreme Court

Admitted to Practice

2016 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Eighth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2016 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Fifth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2016 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the First Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2016 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims Bar Association

Attorney Member

2016 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For Veteran Claims

Admitted to Practice

2015 - Present

Montgomery County Bar Association

Attorney Member

2011 - Present

Maryland State Bar Association

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States Court of International Trade

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

American Association for Justice

Attorney Member

2001 - Present

Federal Bar Association

Attorney Member

2001 - Present

United States Tax Court

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Armed Forces

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States District Court for Maryland

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States District Court for Colorado

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Tenth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States Court of Appeals For the Ninth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2001 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2000 - Present

American Bar Association

Attorney Member

2000 - Present

United States Court of Federal Claims

Admitted to Practice

2000 - Present

United States District Court for District of Columbia

Admitted to Practice

2000 - Present

District of Columbia Bar Foundation

Attorney Member

2000 - Present

District of Columbia Bar

Admitted to Practice

2000 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit

Admitted to Practice

2000 - Present

United States Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit

Admitted to Practice

1992 - Present

Delta Theta Phi Law Fraternity

Alumni

1987 - Present

Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity

Alumni

2015 - 2018

Sports Lawyers Association

Attorney Member

2013 - 2018

National Football League Players Association

NFLPA Certified Agent

2002 - 2004

District of Columbia Bar, Litgation Section Steering Committee

Steering Committee Member Leader

2001 - 2016

National Association of Consumer Advocates

Attorney Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Bergman v. District of Columbia, 986 A.2d 1208 (DCCA 2010),

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Education

1994

John Marshall Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1992

New York Institute of Technology

MBA - Master of Business Administration

1990

Florida Atlantic University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2002

District of Columbia Bar, Litigation Section

17th Judicial Reception

2002

District of Columbia Bar, Litigation Section

Overhaul of the DC Bar Rules

Publications

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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