Berman & Simmons is pleased to announce that eight of its attorneys are included in the 2022 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America, four are included in the 2021 Edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch, and attorney Daniel G. Kagan is named 2022 Best Lawyers® Lawyer of the Year in the Augusta-ME area. Attorney Kagan has a consistently […]
Berman & Simmons News Articles
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Michael Bigos Attorney Michael Bigos Represents Parishioner Sexually Abused by Priest
In March 2021, Berman & Simmons Attorney Michael Bigos testified in favor of lifting the statute of limitations for survivors of child sexual abuse to be able to file civil suits against their abusers and the organizations where they worked. Now Attorney Bigos represents a former Old Town parishioner who was just 12 years old when he was abused by […]
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Berman & Simmons Client Eric Jabbusch Meets the People Who Saved His Life
In July 2020 Eric Jabbusch nearly died when he was crushed by 10,000 pounds of steel pilings while working a construction job on I-95. One year later he was able to thank the first responders who saved his life. Read this poignant Bangor Daily News article and watch this moving WABI story about the heartwarming luncheon at the Hermon Fire […]
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Berman & Simmons in the News, 2nd Quarter 2021
Whether online, in print, or on TV, we’re proud our important work is routinely featured in Maine’s top news forums. This recap of media coverage during the 2nd quarter 2021 spotlights the many ways in which we’re helping Mainers find justice and recover compensation after experiencing serious personal injury. Firm News Chambers USA has selected Berman & Simmons attorneys Jodi […]
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Berman & Simmons Welcomes Attorneys Sarah Hall and Joe Gousse to Its Personal Injury Firm
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 […]
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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. […]