Your Maine Defective Products Lawyers
Understanding Product Liability Matters
Baby cribs with faulty brackets. Unsafe ladders or tools. Home appliances or industrial equipment lacking the required safety parts or proper instructions. Unsafe automobiles. Countless consumer and industrial products that we rely on regularly are recalled annually because of preventable safety hazards, ranging from clothing to food, dangerous drugs, and medical devices.
The recalls are alarming reminders that just because a product is made available to consumers, or even approved by government regulators, does not mean that it is safe or can’t fail in a catastrophic way. Every year, thousands of Americans are seriously hurt or killed by dangerous or defective products. These injuries and deaths are not the result of random accidents or misuses of products but rather are direct consequences of companies putting profits ahead of people by cutting corners and designing, manufacturing, or selling products that never should have been in consumers’ hands in the manner sold.
Schedule your free initial consultation with our Maine defective products lawyers by calling us at (207) 417-4199 or filling out our online contact form today.
Committed to Being the Legal Team You Can Count On
When manufacturers, distributors, and retailers put consumers at risk by marketing and selling unreasonably dangerous products, they can be held accountable in our civil justice system. That accountability includes compensating injured consumers for the harm, loss, and damage that their products cause. The defective products lawyers at Berman & Simmons have been holding corporations accountable and standing up for injured Mainers for over a century. We are the statewide leader in product liability law, and we are proud of our work helping countless consumers obtain fair compensation for their injuries and making products safer for consumers going forward.
We can assist with a wide range of product liability cases, such as:
- Design Defects. Claims focus on whether a product could have been designed more safely without sacrificing function.
- Manufacturing Defects. Even well-designed products can be dangerous if not manufactured correctly or to specifications.
- Failure to Warn. This includes inadequate warnings or instructions to prevent known risks, including packaging or labeling mistakes.
Our product liability lawyers provide experienced representation in serious injury and wrongful death cases involving defective products, including automobiles, tools, medical devices, industrial machinery, contaminated food, and household appliances.
Understanding the Silent Killer: The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide Exposure
Often called the “silent” or “invisible” killer, carbon monoxide is a toxic gas that is odorless, tasteless, and colorless, and can quickly cause brain damage and death in high concentrations.
Carbon monoxide, also known as CO, is produced when various fuels, such as gasoline, oil, kerosene, wood, or charcoal, don’t fully combust. Faulty installation, poor design, or improper maintenance of furnaces, heaters, fireplaces, and other common fuel-burning appliances can cause carbon monoxide to build up inside homes, offices, vehicles, and other enclosed spaces.
Holding Negligent Parties Accountable for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
An estimated 500 people are killed, and several thousand become ill, each year in the U.S. because of carbon monoxide poisoning. Property owners and companies that design, install, and maintain fuel-burning stoves, appliances, and other equipment are responsible for keeping the public safe from carbon monoxide. If they fail in that duty and people are harmed, our carbon monoxide poisoning lawyers are prepared to hold them accountable and to ensure full compensation for the victims and their families.
When the Stakes are High, We Deliver Results
Our client reviews showcase the skills, advocacy, compassion, and work ethic we bring to every case to achieve the best results.
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“Chris and his team handled our case so professionally and with an outcome better than we ever anticipated! We listened to all your advice and knew we were in great hands.”- Diane S.
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“You are a class act and I appreciate the time, care, and expertise you have always put in each and every piece of advice you’ve provided to me along the way!”- Reichen K.
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“My lawyer was Susan Faunce, she was great! She was very well prepared at my malpractice deposition so much I think that is why the people we were suing decided to settle out of court.”- Brian T.
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“Sarah truly listens to people and pays attention to the details, which makes her a great attorney!”- Margaret D.
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“Elizabeth is one of the smartest and most passionate attorneys I know. She is quick-thinking, honest, and creative, and I would trust her with my life.”- Karlene A.
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“Kristin is a fierce and tenacious advocate, and acutely sensitive to the needs of others.”- Nancy S.
Meet Our Attorneys
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.
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Susan A. Faunce Attorney, Shareholder -
Michael T. Bigos Attorney, Shareholder
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Travis M. Brennan Attorney, Shareholder
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Timothy M. Kenlan Attorney, Shareholder
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Elizabeth A. Kayatta Attorney, Shareholder
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Charles P. Hehmeyer Attorney, Shareholder
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Craig A. Bramley Attorney, Shareholder
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Christopher C. Boots Attorney
