When a devastating injury or fatal accident could’ve been avoided, you’re left to pick up the pieces. We’ll help you get your life back on track.
From wrongful death, vehicle & trucking accidents and sexual abuse to other serious injuries, we handle the most complex personal injury cases and set records for the largest verdicts and settlements in Maine. And we’re right here in your neighborhood.
$1.5 Billion
Recovered
After you’ve experienced a catastrophic injury due to another person’s negligence, our personal injury attorneys will fight to ensure your rights and interests are protected. Some of the specialized personal injury cases we have won involve:
Act Soon for Accountability and Peace of Mind
There are strict deadlines for filing personal injury claims in Maine, so it’s important to contact us as soon as possible whether you decide to move forward or not. We can determine if you have a viable case, answer questions, and advise on next steps. Our discussions will always remain confidential.
If you’ve faced the devastating loss of a loved one due to another person’s negligence, reckless behavior or intentional act, we will advocate on your behalf to maximize your recovery. Some of the wrongful death cases we handle are the result of:
Act Soon for Accountability and Peace of Mind
There are strict deadlines for filing wrongful death claims in Maine, so it’s important to contact us as soon as possible whether you decide to move forward or not. We can determine if you have a viable case, answer questions, and advise on next steps. Our discussions will always remain confidential.
A motor vehicle accident caused by a reckless driver can result in personal damage and severe bodily harm including broken bones, loss of limbs, brain and spinal cord injury, internal organ damage, paralysis, and even death. We have gotten top results in high-profile vehicle accident cases, involving:
Act Soon for Accountability and Peace of Mind
There are strict deadlines for filing vehicle accident claims in Maine, so it’s important to contact us as soon as possible whether you decide to move forward or not. We can determine if you have a viable case, answer questions, and advise on next steps. Our discussions will always remain confidential.
As a survivor of child sexual abuse, you can now file a claim in Maine no matter how long ago the abuse occurred. Our trauma-informed Sexual Abuse Survivors Practice Group will hold the abuser or institution accountable and secure the compensation you deserve. We represent plaintiffs against a variety of sexual predators, including the following:
Act Now for Accountability, Healing, and Justice
As a survivor of sexual assault and abuse, we know how difficult it is to come forward. We can determine if you have a viable case, answer questions, and advise on next steps. Whether or not you move forward with a lawsuit, our discussions will always remain confidential.
Collectively, our personal injury and medical malpractice attorneys have vastly more trial experience than anyone else in Maine.
Our 15 attorneys and over 40+ talented legal professionals are unmatched in the depth of legal knowledge, advocacy skills, and creativity they bring to every case.
No one invests in top national experts, state-of-the-art technology, and innovative trial techniques like we do.
Our unique team approach and relentless trial preparation means we win more – and more often – than anyone else.
We have recovered $1.5 billion in verdicts and settlements, and we add to that total every year.
As our reviews attest, we provide exceptional care to our clients and their family members, never losing sight of what’s at stake for them.
Personal injuries impact countless lives each year. At Berman & Simmons, we listen to your story, ease your burdens, and leverage our experience to seek compensation, letting you focus on healing while we handle your case.
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Our client reviews showcase the skills, advocacy, compassion, and work ethic we bring to every case to achieve the best results. Read what some of our previous clients have to say about us!
I cannot say enough positive things about the professionals at Berman & Simmons. At the most stressful time in our lives, they were there to listen to us and guide us through the legal process with compassion and confidence. After 18 months, our case was resolved and gave us the closure we needed to move forward.
- Lisa H.
They truly go above and beyond for their clients. They worked endlessly to get us to a settlement we were happy with.
- Cassie G.
They actually got me as a person and understood my frustration with everything going on after my accident. Checked in with me often and updated me on progress. Very human experience and very personal!
- Shannon T.
Berman & Simmons provided me with a second chance at life when I could have easily ceased to exist. The professionalism, dedication, and work ethic these people exhibited was well beyond what I could have asked for.
- Stephen R.
I could not have asked for a more dedicated group of people to represent me in the fight for justice for my son
- Suzanne M.
My wife and I were involved in a motor accident in NH. We were on vacation from the UK and hit by an uninsured motorist. Both of us had fractures to the spine. They achieved an excellent result for us. Very good firm to deal with, communication and consideration was first class.
- Malcolm B.
This firm did an outstanding job representing my son. They were extremely thorough and dedicated. They always took time to listen and keep us updated about the status of his case. I would not look anywhere else for representation.
- Ben R.
We understand the physical, emotional, and financial impact that follows an avoidable personal injury or loss of a loved one and we never lose sight of what’s at stake for you. At Berman & Simmons, you’ll have an experienced legal team building your case and putting you in the strongest position to win either by settlement or jury verdict.
We’ll handle all the legal matters, while you focus on your recovery.
Working on your behalf, we will:
We work on a contingency fee basis, which means you pay nothing upfront and nothing unless we settle or win your case.
As powerful advocates for civil justice, we fight tirelessly for our clients, winning high-stakes, complex cases, where our team’s expertise and unmatched skills make all the difference.
Michael T. Bigos
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Travis M. Brennan
Attorney
Elizabeth A. Kayatta
Attorney
Timothy M. Kenlan
Attorney
Christopher C. Boots
Attorney
When the Stakes are High, Put Maine’s Premier Personal Injury Law Firm to Work for You!
For over a century, Berman & Simmons has been a trusted local advocate for Maine clients who have suffered serious injury through no fault of their own. With a nationally recognized reputation, we offer extraordinary resources right here in your hometown.