Maine Defective Automobile Lawyers

America's Love for Cars and the Hidden Dangers of Defective Vehicles

America’s obsession with the automobile does not appear to be fading. There are more than 250 million cars on the road in the U.S., and the numbers continue to increase.

This incredible race to production, however, has come at a human cost. Automobiles with defective parts and those with inherently dangerous designs kill and injure thousands of people each year. In 2014, more than 50 million cars and trucks were recalled nationwide for a range of hazards including faulty airbags, ignition switches, alternators, brakes, tires, and more. Landmark cases against GM and Toyota have recently put the spotlight on the problem.

Holding Automakers Accountable for Defective Vehicles and Design Flaws

For every automobile injury or death tied to a known defect, safety experts believe there are countless more that are never investigated and never connected with the true cause defective product or a motor vehicle with a dangerous design flaw. The defective automobile lawyers at Berman & Simmons believe the best way to improve safety for all motorists is to hold manufacturers, part makers, dealerships, and others fully accountable for putting innocent people at risk. We have more experience than any other Maine firm in representing victims of defective automobile parts and dangerous design.

How do I find out if you have a defective product claim?

The first step is for our lawyers to work with you to determine whether your injuries are tied to a failure in the design or the manufacture of the automobile, or the lack of proper warnings or instructions.

Many people come to us after a motor vehicle accident with questions about why it happened. Many wonder whether a defective part or design defect was to blame. In some cases, after a review of the facts, we conclude that a defective product did not play a role in the crash. In others, we do find evidence of a faulty part or a design problem, and we pursue justice on behalf of our client.

The only way to know for sure, and to have peace of mind, is a thorough review of the facts. Our team is built to do just that.

You focus on recovery. We take care of the rest.

After an injury, your attention can be pulled away from the one place where it should be on your health and recovery. Instead, you face the pressure of creditors, employers, and insurance companies that often try to place the blame on you, the victim.

We can turn the tables in your favor. While our lawyers aggressively work to maximize your financial award, our caring and responsive staff can help reduce stress during your recovery. We take the time to listen to you, understand your concerns, and come up with solutions that can make your life better including obtaining payment for or deferral of your debts until your case is resolved.

With us in your corner, you can focus on your health, and get back to living your life.

A Law Firm That Listens

Berman & Simmons is widely recognized as the best personal injury lawyers in Maine and among the best in the U.S., having won many of the largest jury verdicts and settlements ever obtained for injured people in Maine.

Our trial lawyers have won thousands of claims on behalf of those injured in a car accident, and each year we build on that successful track record.

Our attorneys and staff members will take the time to listen to you, work to understand your concerns, and come up with solutions that can make your life better, including obtaining payment for or deferral of your debts until your case is resolved. We help you recover and make sure you receive full compensation for your injuries and loss.