A Maine Superior Court judge has ruled that the law eliminating the statute of limitations for sex crimes is constitutional. Attorney Michael Bigos, who is representing 13 clients in lawsuits against the Maine Catholic Diocese with claims of sexual abuse by priests and a nun in Maine dating back to the 50s stated: “The Maine Superior Court upheld the will […]
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TRIAL WIN: Berman & Simmons Attorneys Jodi Nofsinger and Susan Faunce Secure $6.5 Million Medical Malpractice Jury Verdict in Lyme Disease Case
Berman & Simmons attorneys Jodi Nofsinger and Susan Faunce won a $6.5 million jury award on behalf of the family of Peter Smith who died from a negligent misdiagnosis of Lyme carditis in 2017. The Cumberland County jury found Mercy Hospital and one of its physicians, Dr. John Henson, were negligent in the care leading up to Peter’s wrongful death. […]
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Berman & Simmons Legal Specialists Tapped to Write Maine Trial Court Practice Book
Lawyers from Berman & Simmons have again been called upon to provide expertise to the legal profession, writing chapters for A Practical Guide to Superior Court Practice in Maine, a legal industry resource that provides invaluable insight into civil and criminal practice before the Maine Superior Court. Five Berman & Simmons lawyers agreed to provide their knowledge: Attorneys Daniel Kagan and […]
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Berman & Simmons in the News, 4th Quarter 2022
Whether online, in print, or on TV, we’re proud our important work is routinely featured in the region’s top news forums and shared nationally. This recap of media coverage during the fourth quarter of 2022 spotlights the many ways in which we’re helping our clients find justice and recover fair compensation after experiencing a serious personal injury due to the […]
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Berman & Simmons: Spreading Cheer at the Holidays and Throughout the Year
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and giving. During the holidays the attorneys and staff at Berman & Simmons select two local non-profit organizations to support. This year, we were happy to provide gifts, supplies, and financial donations to Kaydenz Kitchen and the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society Kaydenz Kitchen is a local non-profit Food Pantry that […]
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Attorney Chuck Hehmeyer featured in Maine Lawyers Review “Maine Bar: Respect and Collegiality” article
Have you met Berman & Simmons attorney Chuck Hehmeyer yet? In this Maine Lawyers Review article written by Jo Southard, Chuck talks about winning a record verdict in federal court, why he chose to move to Maine when he could practice anywhere, and the collegiality of the Maine Bar. “Maine Bar: Respect and Collegiality” article, published, December 8, 2022: Berman […]
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Attorney Daniel Kagan Offers Counsel to Traumatic Brain Injury Survivors on MPR Maine Calling
Attorney Dan Kagan joined the conversation among experts on Maine Public Radio’s program, “Brain injury prevention, symptoms and treatment-and support for those who have brain injuries” to underscore the challenges his clients’ have had navigating their lives after a traumatic brain injury. He notes that patients often struggle with the expectation of recovery times that they can’t meet through no […]
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Attorney Travis Brennan Presents at the 2022 MSBA “Bridging the Gap” Conference
Berman & Simmons Attorney Travis Brennan is a featured speaker at the Maine State Bar Association’s 2022 “Bridging the Gap” virtual conference being held December 8, 2022. This is an annual forum for experienced practitioners and judges to share their knowledge and experience on practical topics with newly admitted attorneys and lawyers new to practice in Maine. Brennan will share […]
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Attorneys Michael Bigos and Elizabeth Kayatta Present at the MTLA Continuing Education Forum
Representing survivors of sexual abuse brings unique challenges. Berman & Simmons attorneys Michael Bigos and Elizabeth A. Kayatta offered their expert insights to a group of legal professionals at a recent Maine Trial Lawyers Association (MTLA) continuing education seminar: “Sexual Abuse Survivor Claims.” They also shared best practices and discussed the emerging approach of trauma-informed lawyering. Other topics covered investigations, common defenses and […]
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Attorneys Travis Brennan and Alicia Curtis Present at the 2022 Maine State Bar Association Legal Year in Review
Berman & Simmons attorneys Travis Brennan and Alicia Curtis gave a presentation on notable Maine Supreme Court decisions on issues relating to civil procedure and evidence at the Maine State Bar Association 2022 Legal Year in Review on November 17. Their session addressed topics important for lawyers across a range of civil practice areas This annual event hosted by the Maine State […]