Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Maine Personal Injury & Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Berman & Simmons is Maine's leading personal injury and medical malpractice law firm, with a heritage dating back to 1914. Our team of 15 attorneys and 40+ legal professionals specializes in complex cases involving vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, defective products, and sexual abuse. We combine unmatched trial experience, national resources, and a collaborative approach to achieve record-setting results for our clients.With offices across Maine and a nationwide reach, we provide personalized care while maintaining a relentless focus on preparation and advocacy. Our firm's success stems from a commitment to excellence, trauma-informed client support, and a proven track record of securing over $1.5 billion in verdicts and settlements.
Services
Medical Malpractice
Personal Injury
Wrongful Death
Sexual Abuse
Truck Accidents
Defective Products
Brain Injuries
Spinal Cord Injuries
Pharmacy Errors
Dangerous Drugs
Details
- Year established: 1914
Highlights and features
- Collective trial experience exceeding all Maine competitors
- 15 attorneys and 40+ legal professionals with specialized expertise
- Investment in national experts and innovative trial technology
- Proven team approach with relentless case preparation
- Over $1.5 billion recovered in verdicts and settlements
What people say
Great firm with great attorneys
Exceptional care to clients
Professional and upfront
Win more often than anyone else
Trauma-informed approach
Services
Medical Malpractice
Our experienced attorneys handle complex medical malpractice cases involving birth injuries, surgical errors, and misdiagnoses. We work with leading medical experts to prove negligence and secure compensation for victims across Maine. With decades of combined experience, our team has recovered some of the largest verdicts in state history for clients suffering from preventable medical errors.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in serious personal injury cases from vehicle accidents, falls, and defective products. Our firm's unique team approach ensures thorough case preparation and maximum compensation recovery. With access to national experts and advanced trial technology, we've secured record verdicts for clients suffering catastrophic injuries throughout Maine and beyond.
Wrongful Death
Our compassionate attorneys help families pursue justice for loved ones lost to negligence. We handle complex cases involving medical errors, vehicle accidents, and institutional failures. With deep experience in Maine's wrongful death statutes, we've recovered substantial compensation for families while providing sensitive, trauma-informed representation during difficult times.
Sexual Abuse
We specialize in representing survivors of child sexual abuse with trauma-informed legal support. Our dedicated practice group holds institutions accountable for systemic failures while prioritizing client healing. With specialized training and compassionate advocacy, we've secured significant settlements for survivors across Maine, ensuring their voices are heard with dignity and respect.
Truck Accidents
Our firm handles complex truck accident cases involving catastrophic injuries and fatalities. We investigate all factors including driver fatigue, equipment failure, and regulatory violations. With extensive resources and national expertise, we've recovered millions for clients impacted by commercial vehicle negligence, ensuring fair compensation for medical costs, lost wages, and pain suffering.
People
Susan A. Faunce
Attorney, Shareholder
With decades of trial experience, Susan A. Faunce specializes in complex personal injury cases, particularly medical malpractice and catastrophic injuries. Her compassionate approach combines aggressive advocacy with trauma-informed care, helping clients navigate the legal process while focusing on recovery and healing.
Michael T. Bigos
Attorney, Shareholder
Michael T. Bigos focuses on medical malpractice and wrongful death litigation, leveraging his extensive knowledge of healthcare standards to prove negligence. His meticulous case preparation and courtroom skills have secured numerous multi-million dollar verdicts for clients across Maine's 16 counties.
Travis M. Brennan
Attorney, Shareholder
Travis M. Brennan specializes in truck accident litigation and product liability cases. With expertise in commercial transportation regulations, he has recovered significant compensation for clients injured in catastrophic collisions, holding negligent carriers and manufacturers accountable for safety violations.
Timothy M. Kenlan
Attorney, Shareholder
Timothy M. Kenlan focuses on sexual abuse litigation and institutional accountability cases. His trauma-informed approach helps survivors navigate the legal process while securing justice through substantial settlements and verdicts against negligent organizations and perpetrators.
Elizabeth A. Kayatta
Attorney, Shareholder
Elizabeth A. Kayatta specializes in brain injury cases and pharmaceutical liability litigation. Her scientific background combined with trial expertise enables effective representation of clients suffering from neurological injuries caused by medical negligence or defective products.
Questions
Are your initial case consultations truly free?
Yes, we provide completely free case evaluations with no obligation to proceed.
Are your attorneys actually based in Maine?
All our lawyers and staff live and work in Maine with offices in Lewiston, Portland, Bangor, and Biddeford.
Will hiring you cost me money upfront?
No, we handle all case costs and only receive payment when we recover compensation for you.
Will my case information remain confidential?
All client communications remain strictly confidential regardless of case outcome.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Maine?
Most personal injury claims must be filed within six years from the incident date.
What makes Berman & Simmons different from other firms?
We combine 100+ years of experience, 40+ legal professionals, and $1.5B+ recovered with personalized client care.
