The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted daily life for many of us here in Maine. The court system is not immune to these changes. The state and federal courts in Maine have taken dramatic steps to fight the pandemic with physical distancing measures, issuing a series of emergency orders that have temporarily changed the rules and procedures that govern civil claims […]
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COVID-19 Update
The spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) is having a significant impact on people’s lives in our communities and throughout the world. At Berman & Simmons, we are taking this evolving situation very seriously. We’re carefully monitoring the news in Maine and around the U.S. and being proactive in our efforts to stay on top of the COVID-19 crisis. As […]
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Celebrating Our Youth Leaders: Conrad Gabriel
There aren’t many young adults as mature and self-aware as Conrad Gabriel, a senior at Deering High School. When it comes to standing up for what he believes in, Conrad has been treading the path of activism for years. He works proactively to raise awareness about the issues he believes are at the root of today’s problems, and he approaches […]
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Celebrating Our Youth Leaders: Riley Stevenson
When it comes to motivating a community and making your voice heard, few people do it better than 17-year old Riley Stevenson. From raising awareness on climate change to protesting gun violence, to fiercely debating an important topic, there isn’t much that can slow this rising star down. Representing Youth Priorities Riley is fully aware of the threats facing America’s […]
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JUUL Lawsuits Seek Compensation for Deceptive Marketing, Addiction, Injury, and Death
For decades, Americans have known about the dangers and risks of cigarette smoking. So, too, did the tobacco companies that deceived consumers and concealed the catastrophic health effects of their products. Many of these companies were ultimately held accountable and paid hundreds of millions of dollars in compensation to those who suffered from the ravages of smoking. Now, e-cigarette manufacturers, […]
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Celebrating Our Youth Leaders: Dominic Ferry
Berman & Simmons is proud to honor Dominic Ferry as one of our firm’s inaugural Youth Leader Award recipients. At 14 years old, Thornton Academy student Dominic Ferry is making efforts to protect the most vulnerable members of his community: children who are victims of domestic abuse. Dominic has been working to help other families for many years. Since […]
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Celebrating Our Youth Leaders: Zamzam Elmoge
Berman & Simmons is proud to honor Zamzam Elmoge as one of our firm’s inaugural Youth Leader Award recipients. Zamzam has known her future lies in film since she was a child, but didn’t know how until after her first summer attending Seeds of Peace, a camp in Maine aimed at teaching children from different backgrounds leadership skills. It […]
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3 Inspiring Advances in Spinal Cord Injury Treatment
A car accident, sudden fall, or traumatic blow to the spine can fracture or dislocate vertebrae causing significant pain and permanent injury With further advancements in modern medicine and knowledge of these life-altering issues, patients with severe spinal cord injuries are making miraculous recoveries. Here are some examples of the recent advancements in spinal cord injury treatment:
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What If I Get Hurt By A Driver With Insufficient Insurance (Or None At All!)?
In Maine, the minimum uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM) coverage is $50,000 per person or $100,000 per accident, which is equal to the minimum mandatory liability coverage. However, if you are seriously injured in a car accident by someone with minimum coverage â or worse yet, no coverage at all â it will be very difficult for you to cover property damage, medical bills, lost wages, and other short term and long term expenses from your crash.In this article, we examine the risks posed by underinsured and uninsured motorists and specific steps you can take to make sure you are protected.If you were seriously injured in a car crash by and underinsured or uninsured driver, contact Berman & Simmons, Maineâs leading personal injury law firm.
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Personal Injury Damages: What Can I Recover?
If youâre thinking about filing a personal injury claim, youâre probably wondering how much money you might be able to recover. If your claim is valid, there are many factors you and your lawyer will be considering to arrive at a reasonable estimate, but itâs important for you to first understand the types of damages for which you might be eligible.