Berger & Hicks, P.A. is a South Florida personal injury and property insurance claims law firm with offices in South Miami and Homestead. Attorneys Martin Berger and Zachary Hicks bring a combined 53 years of legal experience to every case they handle.
Our personal injury lawyers represent individuals and families throughout Homestead, West Kendall, and the greater South Miami suburbs in motor vehicle accidents, slip-and-fall accidents, medical malpractice, and homeowners' insurance claims.
Berger & Hicks, P.A. operates as a boutique practice. That means our attorneys who evaluate your case are the same attorneys who prepare it, negotiate it, and, when necessary, try it before a jury.
What Types of Cases Does Berger & Hicks, P.A. Handle?
Berger & Hicks, P.A. represents individuals and families across South Florida in injury and insurance-related legal matters. We focus on helping people who are dealing with serious harm, financial pressure, or insurance companies that are not paying what they owe.
Our firm's core practice areas include:
- Motor vehicle accidents: Car crashes, truck collisions, motorcycle accidents, rideshare incidents, and pedestrian injuries caused by another driver's negligence.
- Slip and fall injuries: Dangerous property conditions at businesses, parking lots, apartment complexes, and public spaces that cause preventable harm.
- Medical malpractice: Surgical errors, misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, and other failures by healthcare providers that result in patient harm.
- Property insurance claims: Delayed, underpaid, or denied homeowners' insurance claims after storms, water damage, fire, or other covered losses.
Our injury lawyers in Homestead also hold insurance carriers accountable when they refuse to honor homeowners' policies. If your claim has been delayed or denied after property damage, Berger & Hicks, P.A. can review your policy and explain your options.
What Makes Berger & Hicks, P.A. Different From Other South Florida Law Firms?
Berger & Hicks, P.A. was built to be the opposite of a high-volume, billboard-style law firm. Clients work directly with Martin Berger or Zachary Hicks from the first phone call through final resolution. There is no maze of case managers or rotating staff between you and your attorney.
We are intentionally selective about the cases it accepts. Martin and Zachary personally evaluate each potential matter before agreeing to represent a client. This approach keeps caseloads manageable and allows the attorneys to prepare every case thoroughly.
That preparation matters because Berger & Hicks, P.A. attorneys actually try cases. They are not limited to filing paperwork and negotiating settlements by phone. Insurance companies and opposing counsel in Miami-Dade County know this firm will go to trial when a fair resolution is not offered.
That reputation strengthens every case our firm handles, even those that settle before a courtroom is needed.
Who Are the Attorneys at Berger & Hicks, P.A.?
Berger & Hicks, P.A. is led by two experienced trial attorneys who handle every client relationship personally. There is no handoff to junior associates, case managers, or intake teams.
A Team Built for Preparation and Access
Together, Martin and Zachary combine experienced trial preparation with accessible, responsive communication. They are the only attorneys who will work on your case.
When you call our firm, you reach your lawyer.
How Does Berger & Hicks, P.A. Approach Client Representation?
Berger & Hicks, P.A. prepares every case as if it will be tried before a jury. That philosophy shapes how the attorneys gather evidence, consult with experts, and build legal strategy from the outset.
Honest Evaluation From Day One
The process begins with a detailed case evaluation. Martin or Zachary will review the facts, identify the responsible parties, and assess the available evidence. You will receive an honest assessment of your claim's strengths and challenges before any decisions are made.
This evaluation is free. The firm advances all case costs, and clients pay no legal fees unless Berger & Hicks, P.A. recovers compensation on their behalf.
Communication Before Major Decisions
Throughout the case, clients receive regular updates and clear explanations before any major decisions. The firm does not push clients toward quick settlements that undervalue their claims.
If a negotiated resolution is fair, the attorneys will explain why. If it is not, they are prepared to take the matter to trial.
Preparation Over Volume
This approach works because it is built on thorough preparation, not high case volume. Berger & Hicks, P.A. does not take every case that comes through the door. The firm accepts the cases it can prepare thoroughly and handle with the attention they deserve.
What Can Clients Expect When Working With Berger & Hicks, P.A.?
Working with Berger & Hicks, P.A. follows a clear, structured process designed to reduce confusion and keep clients informed.
The process typically includes the following steps:
- A free initial consultation where an attorney reviews the facts and explains your legal options.
- A thorough case review, including evidence gathering, medical records, police reports, and insurance documentation.
- A strategy discussion where the attorney explains the plan, the timeline, and what to expect at each stage.
- Regular communication with your attorney, not a case manager, as the case progresses.
- Negotiation with the responsible party or insurance carrier, backed by trial-ready preparation.
- Resolution through settlement or, when necessary, trial before a jury in Miami-Dade County.
Clients are never left guessing about the status of their case. Martin and Zachary make themselves available to answer questions and explain developments in plain language.
What Areas Does Berger & Hicks, P.A. Serve?
Berger & Hicks, P.A. serves clients across southern Miami-Dade County from offices in South Miami and Homestead. Our geographic focus includes Homestead, West Kendall, the areas surrounding Dadeland, and the broader South Miami suburbs.
This local presence is intentional. Many large firms concentrate their resources in downtown Miami, Brickell, or Coral Gables. Berger & Hicks, P.A. chose to build its practice in the communities that are often underserved by experienced trial attorneys. Our firm's attorneys know the local courts, the local judges, and the daily realities that shape their clients' lives.
Spanish-speaking clients throughout these communities can work with our firm entirely in Spanish, thanks to Zachary Hicks's fluency.
Why Do Clients Trust Berger & Hicks, P.A.?
Trust at Berger & Hicks, P.A. is built on three things: experience, access, and honest communication.
Martin Berger's 32 years of practice and AV Preeminent rating reflect a career of sustained professional recognition. Zachary Hicks's Super Lawyers recognition and bilingual service expand our firm's ability to connect with the communities it serves.
Together, they offer the kind of senior-level legal attention that high-volume firms cannot provide.
Clients trust this firm because they actually know their lawyer. They have a direct phone number. They get honest assessments, not inflated promises. And they know that if their case needs to go to trial, their attorney has the courtroom experience and preparation to handle it.
The firm's no-fee-unless-recovery model removes the financial risk of hiring an attorney. Consultations are free. Our firm advances case costs. Clients pay nothing out of pocket unless Berger & Hicks, P.A. recovers compensation for them.
Frequently Asked Questions About Berger & Hicks, P.A.
Do I pay anything upfront to hire Berger & Hicks, P.A.?
No, Berger & Hicks, P.A. works on a contingency fee basis. The firm advances all case costs and charges no legal fees unless it recovers compensation for you. Your initial consultation is also free.
Can I communicate with our firm in Spanish?
Yes, Berger & Hicks, P.A. provides full bilingual service in English and Spanish. Attorney Zachary Hicks is fluent in Spanish and can handle your case entirely in your preferred language.
Will I work directly with an attorney or with a case manager?
You will work directly with Martin Berger or Zachary Hicks. The firm does not route client communication through case managers or intake staff. Your attorney is your primary point of contact from start to finish.
How quickly should I contact a lawyer after an accident or injury?
Generally, contacting an attorney as soon as possible after an injury helps preserve evidence and protect your legal rights. Florida law imposes time limits on personal injury claims, so early legal guidance can make a meaningful difference in the strength of your case.
What should I bring to my first consultation?
Bring any documents related to your situation. Helpful items may include police reports, medical records, photographs of the scene or injuries, insurance correspondence, and any communication from the other party. If you do not have these documents yet, the attorneys can still evaluate your case and help you gather what is needed.
Does Berger & Hicks, P.A. handle property insurance disputes for homeowners?
Yes, our firm represents homeowners whose property insurance claims have been delayed, underpaid, or denied. If your insurance carrier is not honoring your policy after property damage, Berger & Hicks, P.A. can review your claim and explain your options.
Talk to an Attorney Who Will Actually Handle Your Case
If you or someone in your family has been injured in an accident, is dealing with a denied insurance claim, or simply needs honest legal guidance, Berger & Hicks, P.A. is here to help.
Call the South Miami or Homestead office to schedule a free consultation. You will speak with Martin Berger or Zachary Hicks directly. There is no obligation and no fee unless our firm recovers for you.
Tell us what happened, and we will tell you where you stand.