Berman & Simmons Law Firm today announced the recent hiring of attorneys Sarah K. Hall and Joe G.E. Gousse. Highly skilled and dedicated to the law, they will join the firm’s experienced research and writing team. Attorney Hall will work with Jodi Nofsinger with a focus on medical malpractice. Attorney Gousse will join the firm’s personal injury team and work […]
Berman & Simmons News Articles
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Michael Bigos More Survivors of Child Sexual Abuse in Maine Can Pursue Justice as State Amends Statute of Limitations
Berman & Simmons explains how more survivors can come forward when they are ready Lewiston, ME – June 23, 2021 — This week the State of Maine changed the statute of limitations for those born before August 11, 1970, who were sexually abused as children, allowing them to pursue civil claims against their abuser. “Come forward when you are ready. […]
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Berman & Simmons Represents Family of Woolwich Man in Wrongful Death Suit Against Penske Truck Leasing Corp.
Berman & Simmons represents the widow of Barry Wyman, the Woolwich resident who was killed in 2019 when the car he was driving was struck by a Penske truck. The wrongful death suit alleges that Penske Truck Leasing was negligent in renting a vehicle to a driver with a reckless driving record. “If you’re in the business of taking money […]
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Attorney Daniel Kagen is Interviewed for CBS13 I-Team Story About Shattering Car Windows
Unbeknownst to most consumers, vehicle glass can be extremely fragile and shatter spontaneously. Complaints with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveal what vehicle manufactures and government safety regulators already knew. According to Berman & Simmons attorney Daniel Kagan who was interviewed for this segment “Shattering Windows Take Mainers By Surprise,” proving fault or manufacturing defect is very difficult. View […]
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Attorney Daniel Kagan Offers Bike Safety Tips on MPR Maine Calling
Attorney Daniel Kagan was a guest on the MPR program Maine Calling segment Biking in Maine: Where To Go, What To Buy, Bicycling Safety & Sharing the Road where he explained how bicycle riders and motorists can keep safe while “sharing the road.” He broke down technical legal terms and gave advice to bicycle riders on how to anticipate automobile […]
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Attorney Travis Brennan Presents at the 2021 MSBA “Bridging the Gap” Event
Attorney Travis Brennan is a featured speaker at the Maine State Bar Association’s 2021 “Bridging the Gap” event on May 12-14, 2021. This is an annual forum for experienced practitioners and judges to share their knowledge and best practices with newly admitted attorneys. Brennan is presenting on the topic of Litigation Practice, sharing his experiences and providing advice to new lawyers. […]
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Attorney Daniel Kagan Provides Warnings to Bicyclists and Drivers in CBS13 I-Team Story
At a time when bicycle sales are at a record high in Maine and nationally, it’s more important than ever for riders and motor vehicle drivers to understand the rules of the road. In this WGME I-Team story, Berman & Simmons attorney Daniel Kagan explains Maine bike laws while his client shares a first-hand consequence that can happen when drivers […]
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Attorney Travis Brennan Representing Client in Medical Malpractice Case Against Mid Coast Hospital
Berman & Simmons Attorney Travis Brennan is representing a Bowdoinham man who nearly died after medical staff at a walk-in clinic failed to diagnose his pneumonia. The negligence case against Mid Coast Hospital and BlueWater Emergency Partners was outlined in a Times Record article where Brennan describes the pain and prolonged recovery his patient suffered. Brennan is an experienced medical […]
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Berman & Simmons in the News, 1st Quarter 2021
Whether online, in print, or on TV, we’re proud to be featured in Maine’s top news forums. Here is a 1st quarter 2021 news recap spotlighting some of our lawyers and highlighting the many ways in which we’re helping Mainers find justice and recover the compensation after experiencing serious personal injury. Associated Press: Inmates say they’re getting poor health care […]
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Attorney Daniel Kagan Joins NPR Program on Traumatic Brain Injury
Berman & Simmons attorney Daniel Kagan was a guest on the NPR program, Maine Calling, for a show dedicated to issues surrounding traumatic brain injuries. Each year, 2.5 million Americans suffer a traumatic brain injury — from falls, accidents, strokes and other common causes. For many TBI patients, life is never the same, but there are major advances in TBI […]