Wrongful death articles by Berman & Simmons attorneys:
Berman & Simmons attorneys have shared their knowledge through
many published articles dealing with various aspects of wrongful death
and personal injury law and litigation. For your convenience, we have
made them available to you.
Wrongful death articles
Referring lawyers
Do you have a client whose medical malpractice case requires the experience of skilled litigators who successfully handle many jury trials each year? At Berman & Simmons, we regularly work on referred cases. We value our relationships with the many attorneys and law firms that ask us to help on their medical malpractice cases. When you refer a case to us, you and your client benefit. We have a long history of trying cases in the courtroom and turning difficult, complex medical malpractice cases into high-value settlements or judgments.
Wrongful Death Cases
Coping with the death of a loved one due to the negligence of another can be overwhelming. While you may understand that this unspeakable circumstance has become a legal matter, you may be paralyzed by grief or just uncertain about where to turn. At Berman & Simmons, we can help.
Our personal injury trial lawyers are recognized for our unmatched experience and resources in wrongful death cases; and we regularly work on cases referred to us by other lawyers throughout the country because of our knowledge and trial experience in these cases.
If your relative or other loved one has been killed in an accident, through an act of negligence or medical malpractice, or from a dangerous and defective product, no one can ever bring that person back. We can, however, help you and your family recover an appropriate monetary award for this negligence. We are experienced in handling and trying death cases of all types, including:
- Medical Malpractice
- Products Liability
- Personal Injury – Accidents
- Motorcycle, Car, Truck and other Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Premises Liability
- Construction and Workplace Accidents
Frequently asked questions about wrongful death cases
Q: Who can bring a death case?
A: The personal representative
of the estate of the deceased brings death cases. Berman & Simmons
attorneys can assist you or the family of the deceased in setting
up an estate and naming a personal representative.
Q: Who benefits from a death case?
A: The living relatives of the deceased, such as a surviving
spouse, children, parents or other relatives may recover
through a death case.
Q: What damages are recoverable through a death
case?
A: Under Maine law, the following types of damages may
be recovered:
- Pain and suffering of the deceased between the time of injury and death
- The deceased's medical and funeral expenses
- Pecuniary (economic) losses caused by the deceased's death, such as loss of income
- Emotional distress and loss of society, comfort and care
- Punitive damages
Get Help for Your Wrongful Death Claim
If your family has suffered the loss of a loved one because of someone's negligence and you want to learn more about your rights, contact one of our specialized wrongful death lawyers. We know the law, we can explain your rights to you, and we will protect your interests.
How much will our services cost?
You may be wondering how you will pay legal fees while your lawsuit is pending. The good news is—you won't pay anything upfront. We represent all wrongful death, accident and personal injury clients on a contingent fee basis. This means we receive fees for our services only if we win. When we've successfully prevailed upon the responsible party or insurer to pay you, that's when we'll receive our payment, as well. Your lawsuit begins with a free case evaluation with a Berman & Simmons lawyer. We will thoroughly explain the details of our fee arrangement during this first consultation.
Why have so many other lawyers and Maine residents come to us over the years? The answer is simple: we get outstanding results.