Kenneth E Berger

Kenneth E Berger

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 16 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Columbia, SC
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Brain Injury ... +9 more

5205 Forest Drive, Suite Two, Columbia, SC

About Kenneth

Biography

Practice Areas

12

Practice Areas

Car Accident 10%

Drunk Driving Wrecks, Semi Truck Collisions, Motorcycle Crashes, Car accidents

10%
Personal Injury 10%

Traumatic Brain Injury, Daycare Negligence, Nursing Home Abuse, Unsafe Property

10%
Workers Compensation 5%

On-the-job injuries

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

30%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in South Carolina for 16 years

State: South Carolina

Acquired: 2009

Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Office of Kenneth E. Berger, LLC

5205 Forest Drive, Suite Two, Columbia, SC, 29206

Law Office of Kenneth Berger Myrtle Beach

2411 N Oak St Suite 104, Myrtle Beach, SC, 29577

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Kenneth E Berger's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

19 Client Reviews

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Posted by Johnny | May 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Motorcycle Accident

Phenomenal Attorney

Riding my 2012 Harley Street Glide was one of the greatest pleasures I've ever embraced. My 2012 Harley was my second bike and between them, I motored over 126,000 miles of fun filled memories across America. For my Harley friends and I, owning a Harley touring bike meant riding your bike from sta...rt to finish. Those rides took me to Sturgis, South Dakota twice, Las Vegas, Ozarks in Arkansas, Key West four times, Rolling Thunder in Washington, DC four times, Thunder on the Beach in Panama City Beach Florida, bike weeks in South Carolina & Florida and numerous local Poker Runs to benefit Veterans, Toys for Tots, The Newberry Boys Farm and other Community causes. But let's not forget the comradery of my Harley Brothers & Sisters. My fun filled experiences came to an abrupt halt when an automobile cut out in front of me. As news of my accident quickly spread, I received a call from Jim, one of my very best friends. When Jim speaks, I listen and when he recommended Kenneth Berger, I didn't question him at all. It was from that call and subsequent consultation that the dark cloud that hovered over me was lifted. For a while after the accident, I was unable to drive, even getting in and out of the car was a painfully difficult task, so Kenneth Berger came to my home where I met a very accomplished and capable attorney who was genuinely concern about me. Only after settling his concerns did we start conversing about all aspects of my case that once fully discussed, Kenneth ended our consultation with a statement that to this day still resonates with me. Hey said, "recuperate, continue living/enjoying your life and let me worry/take care of everything else". I learned quickly that Kenneth Berger is complimented with extremely accomplished and capable staff. Along with Kenneth, they stayed on top of every detail of my case and at numerous times their handling of my case felt just like family as they would call and/or email me almost as much as my immediate family. They kept up with all my doctor appointments, my surgery and all the outcomes. They managed all of my medical bills and the occasional nagging collection attempts and if that wasn't enough, they would call and/or email just to check on me and made sure I was doing okay. Yet again and just like family, they were always asking if I needed anything and/or if they could do anything for me. Through all of this, I never had to call or inquire about any detail of my case. It's this never-ending attention to detail that truly allowed me to "recuperate and continue living/enjoying my life". As a motorcycle rider, it's our hope and prayer that with each and every ride, everyone returns to/from their destination safely. Though faith took me down a path of uncertainty, it was faith that lead me to the very capable hands and guidance of the Kenneth Berger Law Firm which ultimately lead to a better than expected settlement. I could not have received a better recommendation than The Kenneth Berger Law Firm and rest assured should any of my family and/or friends encounter a similar faith, I will be singing the praises of the Kenneth Berger Law Firm!!!

Posted by DuWan | March 08, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Business

One word, Amazing.

One word, Amazing. The K.B. team took care of me from start to finish during a very difficult time in my life. When it comes to business they gained my trust on multiple occasions by educating me about the ins and outs of the entire process. Their communication and hospitality makes me feel like fami...ly every time I step into the office. If I started the process over, I would go with Berger without hesitation every time.

Posted by anonymous | January 18, 2019 | Hired Attorney

Just Do It

The Law Office of Kenneth E. Berger is proof that there is a legal firm out there that truly cares about their clients. I never got the feeling that they were looking at me as dollar signs. They truly cared about my concerns and needs and explained everything in detail and stayed in touch with me. ... If you are wondering if you should seek legal advice, give then a call. They will be there for you.

Posted by anonymous | January 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Highly Recommend!

I am so thankful for Kenny and his team’s guidance and support throughout the legal process following a car accident. As a future social worker, I am actively using my voice to fight for the good of others. However, Kenny empowered me to use my voice to stand up for myself - a valuable gift that will... last far beyond my time in his office. I highly recommend him and those who work alongside him. Each one of them showed me compassion and care, acted as family when my parents were so far away, and walked beside me as I navigated this path. I can't express my gratitude enough!

Kenneth Berger

Replied last January 04, 2018

We are humbled by your kind words. Should you ever need us, don't hesitate to call. Best of luck! **Disclaimer: Remember that any result we achieve on behalf of one client does not necessarily indicate similar results can be obtained for other clients. In addition, some results are obtained in connection with other firms.

Posted by Elise | January 04, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Five-Star Legal Team

Kenny Berger and his associates are a five-star legal team that worked tirelessly on our daughter’s behalf following an out-of-state car wreck in which she was hit from behind at a red light. This case marked our first experience with a lawsuit. Over the 3 years, Kenny and his team were personable, f...orthright and accessible no matter the hour and quickly replied to emails, phone calls and text messages. Kenny has a depth of knowledge regarding personal injury with particular expertise in head trauma. He and his team quelled our anxiety and exercised due diligence in managing all angles of our daughter’s situation. Clearly much time was invested in his comprehensive and thoughtful presentations. Beyond bringing his professional competence to bear on our daughter’s case, he handled all of us with compassionate ease and sincere care. We are sure that Kenny’s office is extremely busy, but we were treated as though we were the only clients he was serving. We are tremendously grateful that he partnered with us to reach a positive and generous resolution to our daughter’s case.

Kenneth Berger

Replied last January 04, 2018

Thank you for your kind words, Elise. It was an honor to be of service to you, your daughter, and the rest of your family. *Disclaimer: Remember that any result we achieve on behalf of one client does not necessarily indicate similar results can be obtained for other clients. In addition, some results are obtained in connection with other firms.

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Kenneth E Berger's Lawyer Endorsements

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Charles Buist

Brain injury lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kenny Berger is an incredible and brilliant attorney who is amazing and empathetic with his clients. He is also a fantastic mentor, and his guidance was invaluable to my legal career. If you need an attorney for a traumatic brain injury, spinal injury, brain injury, or any other kind of personal injury case, Kenny is the authority."

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Carolyn Bone

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 10

Relationship: Friend

"I endorse this lawyer. I have known Kenneth for more than 10 years. He is a compassionate, competent attorney who has impressed me with his dedication to his clients and his community. I do not hesitate to recommend friends, family, and clients to his firm."

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Victor Li

Personal injury lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kenneth is an excellent attorney. He is a well known and well respected leader in the legal community. I would not hesitate referring or working together on a case with Mr. Berger."

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John Ruffin

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent attorney. Great guy!"

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Jacob Born

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Kenny is a great lawyer that is able to think outside the box and find solutions in complex and difficult cases. Great advocate."

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Brett Woron

Personal injury lawyer | Feb 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kenny is tremendous lawyer who I recommend highly."

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Gordon Nicol

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 27

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Seth Rose

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kenneth is an exceptional lawyer. He is honest, hardworking, and effective. I fully recommend him as a top notch personal injury lawyer!"

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Steven Gardner

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kenny is a great asset for his clients. He has taken the time to understand and apply his knowledge. I recommend him."

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Benjamin Glass

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kenny is a terrific attorney with a real heart for his clients. He knows that knowledge is empowering so he devotes a lot of time and energy into making sure that his clients understand the legal system and the steps he and his team have to take to achieve a successful result for the client. I highly recommend that if you have been injured and are looking for an attorney in South Carolina that you check out his website, get some of his books and call him for an free initial consultation. You won't have wasted your time!"

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Robert Sansbury

Unknown lawyer | May 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Heck of a good lawyer, highly recommended."

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Lisa Steets Hostetler

Personal injury lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. Kenny is a superb lawyer who cares about each and every one of his clients."

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Dirk Derrick

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer for his practice in personal injury!"

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Gregory Whitley

Unknown lawyer | Feb 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Time and time again Kenny has show himself to be an attorney who bends over backwards to help people."

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Lir Derieg

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 16

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joshua Raffini

Unknown lawyer | Jul 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Walton McLeod

Unknown lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brian Murphy

Personal injury lawyer | May 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kenny and his firm are everything that lawyers should strive to achieve--excellent client service delivered by compassionate and empathetic professionals."

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Shelly Leeke

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kenneth Berger is a professional, competent personal injury lawyer, and a friendly person. I have had the pleasure of discussing case matters with him on several occasions. Kenny's knowledge of the law as well as his commitment to serving his clients makes him a good choice for someone needing a lawyer in the Columbia area."

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David Williams

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kenny is a very competent lawyer that is dedicated to aggressively advocating for his clients"

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2026

Lawyer of the Year - Personal Injury Litigation Plaintiffs, Best Lawyers

2025

Legal Elite of the Midlands - Plaintiff Personal Injury, Columbia Business Monthly

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Legal Elite of the Midlands - Plaintiff Personal Injury, Columbia Business Monthly

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Legal Elite of the Midlands - Plaintiff Personal Injury, Columbia Business Monthly

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Legal Elite of the Midlands - Plaintiff Personal Injury, Columbia Business Monthly

2022

South Carolina Lawyers Weekly, Leadership in Law

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2021

Legal Elite of the Midlands - Plaintiff Personal Injury, Columbia Business Monthly

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Legal Elite of the Midlands - Plaintiff Personal Injury, Columbia Business Monthly

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

South Carolina Leadership in Law Honoree, South Carolina Lawyers Weekly

2019

Legal Elite of the Midlands - Plaintiff Personal Injury, Columbia Business Monthly

2019

Rising Star in South Carolina, Super Lawyers

2018

Top Vote Getter - Legal Elite of the Midlands, Columbia Business Monthly

2018

Rising Star in South Carolina, Super Lawyers

2017

Rising Star in South Carolina, Super Lawyers

2016

Rising Star in South Carolina, Super Lawyers

2015

2015 Personal Injury Legal Elite of the Midlands, Columbia Business Monthly

2015

Best Personal Injury Law Firm, Free Times

2015

Rising Star in South Carolina, Super Lawyers

2014

10 Best Personal Injury Attorneys for Client Satisfaction, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys

2014

South Carolina's Outstanding Young Lawyers, Top Attorneys

2014

Rising Star in South Carolina, Super Lawyers

2013

Rising Star in South Carolina, Super Lawyers

2008

Cali Award in Statutory Interpretation, USC School of Law

2007

Cali Award in Transnational Law, USC School of Law

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Owner, Law Office of Kenneth E. Berger, LLC

2009 - 2011

Associate, Lourie Law Firm

Associations

2014 - Present

South Carolina Association for Justice

Chair of Young Lawyers Section

South Carolina Bar

Richland County Bar Association

Injured Workers' Advocates

American Association for Justice

Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group

North American Brain Injury Society

2016 - 2017

The Point 95.9FM 1470AM

Co-host of Talk Legal, Columbia's Only Local Legal Program

Sample of Legal Cases

Car Strikes Pedestrian In Columbia

Confidential Settlement

Burn Injury at Work in Columbia

Confidential

Lexington Motorcycle Accident

Confidential Settlement

Forklift Accident in Spartanburg

Confidential

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Education

2008

University of South Carolina School of Law

Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2015

The Business of Being a Lawyer

Time Management & Productivity

2015

South Carolina Bar

Injuries to Minors: From Traumatic Brain Injury to Post Settlement Issues

2015

SC Bar LPM-TECH Conference

Rainmaking for the Small Firm: How To Make Big Profits and Advance Our Profession in the 21st Century

2014

Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation: 5 Things Every Lawyer Should Know

Traumatic Brain Injury

2014

The Path to Becoming a Trial Lawyer

Managing Your Practice

2014

Palmetto Dental Club Monthly Seminar

3 Ways to Avoid Dental Malpractice in 2014 & Beyond

2013

USC Neurology Department Presentation

3 Ways To Avoid Litigation in 2013 & Beyond

2013

Lexington County Bar CLE

Practice Management

2013

Columbia Rehabilitation Clinic Presentation

3 Ways Medical Providers Can Protect Themselves

2012

Rainmaking Bootcamp

Legal Marketing

N/A

Tips for Future Solo Practitioners

Hanging a Shingle

N/A

Ethics Lecture

Medical Law & Ethics

Publications

2014

Justice Bulletin Know Your Audience & Let Them Get to Know You

2011

Justice Bulletin "Negligent Supervision: Two Words, Several Meanings"

Languages

English

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