Maine Construction Site Accident & Injury Lawyers

Honoring Maine’s Construction Workers: Addressing the Risks and Challenges of a Vital Industry

Construction workers are the heart and soul of America’s economy and deserve our utmost respect. Whether it’s building a bridge, a new hospital, or a family’s first home, construction workers get the job done for the people of Maine.

Sadly, this dependability often comes with a human toll. Despite advances in safety protocols and equipment, the serious injuries and fatality rates for construction workers are much higher than most industries. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) reports that roughly 1 in 10 construction site workers are injured each year.

Fighting for Injured Construction Workers: Holding Negligence Accountable and Securing Justice

While some of these injuries are indeed accidents that could not have been foreseen or prevented, thousands are preventable and often happen because of someone else’s negligence. For example, sometimes construction workers don’t have enough training to do their jobs safely; critical equipment is not maintained properly, or safety codes are ignored. When construction workers are injured through no fault of their own, the lawyers at Berman & Simmons are trusted allies. No other firm in Maine can match the experience, knowledge, and resources we bring to the table to successfully resolve your case.

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

After an injury, your focus should be on healing, but instead, you may face pressure from creditors, employers, and insurance companies trying to shift blame onto you. This added stress can make recovery even more challenging during an already difficult time.

Our team is here to turn the situation in your favor. While our lawyers work tirelessly to maximize your financial compensation, our supportive staff helps ease your stress. We listen, address your concerns, and provide solutions, such as arranging payment deferrals, so you can focus on your recovery and rebuilding your life.

Winning all types of construction site injury cases

We represent clients in all types of injury and death claims involving construction sites, including these and more:

• Defective machinery or tools
• Ladder and scaffolding failure
• Dangerous or faulty machinery and equipment
• Trench collapse
• Building, roof, or truss collapse
• Inadequate fall protection
• Exposure to toxic chemicals
• Electrocution
• Explosions and fires
• Falling objects
• Back-over event (lack of backup alarm)
• Inadequate training
• Improper site design or inspection
• Improperly stored materials

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.

Get Peace of Mind

It never hurts to consult an attorney regardless of whether you decide to move forward.

• Many states have strict deadlines for filing personal injury claims.
• The other insurance company is likely already building their client’s case against you.
• Witnesses may become unavailable and evidence may be lost or degraded with time.
• You’ll need help navigating your medical care and dealing with financial pressures.
• You need peace of mind to focus on your recovery.