Nearly every day, the lawyers and staff at Berman & Simmons are contacted by Mainers who think they may have been harmed by misdiagnosis or other medical mistakes. Most donât know whether they have a case or not; they simply want to understand what happened, how it occurred, and how it can be prevented for others.
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Winter Truck Accidents: What to do if You’ve Been Hit
Hundreds of people in Maine are injured and several killed each year in winter crashes, some involving large commercial trucks. This article reviews the hazards posed by commercial trucks on winter roadways. We list five tools for preventing a winter collision, give you advice on what to do if youâve been hurt in accident involving a truck, and provide useful links to more specific resources.
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Maine Hospital Infection Rates & Lawsuits
On any given day, about one in 25 hospital patients has a hospital-acquired infection. In this blog post, we explore ways to prevent HAIs, and how to take legal action if it happens to you.
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Maine Snowmobile Accidents and Your Legal Rights
Snowmobiling is a winter tradition in Maine. The state has 15,000 miles of groomed trails, 300 snowmobile clubs from north to south, and more avid âsleddersâ every year. Public safety officials remind people about the risks of snowmobiling: Excessive speed, poor maintenance, and operating under the influence are just some of the factors that cause injuries and death to Mainers each year.
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