Berman & Simmons

09/04/2026

Being prepared for trial matters long before anyone enters a courtroom.

In a high-value personal injury or medical malpractice case, the other side is evaluating the lawyers across the table, too.

Do they have the resources to retain the experts the case requires? Can they turn complicated medical and technical evidence into something a jury can understand? Will they keep preparing if the case takes years? And if the defense refuses to accept responsibility, are they actually willing to try the case?

For over 100 years, Berman & Simmons has helped Mainers through some of the most serious and consequential cases of their lives. That history has been built on thorough preparation, strong advocacy, and a willingness to take difficult cases to trial when necessary.

Our lawyers have achieved landmark verdicts and settlements in catastrophic injury, trucking, wrongful death, and medical malpractice cases throughout Maine.

We prepare serious cases knowing they may ultimately be decided by a jury. That preparation is not simply part of the trial strategy. It is part of how we pursue the strongest possible result for our clients. https://bit.ly/48cH4aV

08/31/2026

Berman & Simmons attorneys, Travis M. Brennan and Charles P. Hehmeyer, have filed a wrongful death and product liability lawsuit on behalf of two families devastated by the catastrophic capsizing of a 2024 Sea-Doo Switch pontoon boat on Flagstaff Lake.

The August 2025 tragedy claimed the lives of three people and injured two other family members. According to the complaint, the boat began to nosedive while traveling at approximately six miles per hour in calm conditions before taking on water and capsizing.

The lawsuit alleges that manufacturer Bombardier Recreational Products, BRP US, and the retailer knew of the risk of capsizing and that a prior safety recall failed to correct the dangerous defect.

Berman & Simmons is proud to represent the families as they seek answers and accountability following this devastating loss.

Berman & Simmons files a wrongful death lawsuit after a Sea-Doo Switch pontoon boat capsizing on Flagstaff Lake killed three family members.

08/31/2026

People often see a multi-million-dollar verdict and assume the courtroom was where the case was won.

It wasn't.

The outcome is shaped months, sometimes years, before trial through exhaustive investigation, collaboration among attorneys, consultation with nationally respected experts, and preparation that leaves no question unanswered.

That philosophy has defined Berman & Simmons for generations.

When a family's future depends on the outcome of a catastrophic truck accident case, preparation isn't simply part of the process. It becomes the strategy. https://bit.ly/48cH4aV

08/31/2026

We are proud to celebrate four Berman & Simmons attorneys recognized in the 2027 editions of Best Lawyers®.

Travis M. Brennan has been named the 2027 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs, an honor awarded to one lawyer in each practice area and geographic region.

Charles P. Hehmeyer was named for Medical Malpractice Law. Susan Faunce was recognized for her work in Medical Malpractice Law and Personal Injury Litigation. Travis Brennan was named for Medical Malpractice Law, Personal Injury Litigation, and Product Liability Litigation.

Christopher C. Boots was recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America.

Congratulations to Travis, Susan, Charles, and Christopher on these well-deserved honors!

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Four Berman & Simmons attorneys earned 2027 Best Lawyers® honors, with Travis Brennan named “Lawyer of the Year” for Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs.

08/28/2026

One of the first strategies an insurance company may use after a serious truck crash is to argue that you were partly to blame.

In Maine, fault matters. Under the state's comparative negligence law, the amount a person can recover may be reduced by their share of responsibility, and in some cases, recovery may not be available if they are found to be equally or more at fault.

That's why truck accident cases are built on evidence, not assumptions. Electronic data, driver logs, crash reconstruction, witness testimony, and other critical evidence can make the difference when fault is disputed.

At Berman & Simmons, we know that establishing what truly happened begins with a thorough investigation, because the facts should determine responsibility, not an insurer's first impression. https://bit.ly/3V8faW7

08/25/2026

Being trusted during one of the most difficult moments in someone's life is a responsibility we never take lightly.

Every case is a team effort. From the first conversation through the final resolution, our attorneys and staff work together to provide the support, preparation, and advocacy our clients deserve. When someone turns to Berman & Simmons after a catastrophic injury or the loss of a loved one, our goal is always the same: to stand beside them, fight for accountability, and help them move forward with confidence.

We're grateful for the trust our clients place in our entire team every day. https://bit.ly/4icLdPp

08/21/2026

Berman & Simmons' attorneys Travis M. Brennan and Charles P. Hehmeyer have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Franklin Sports on behalf of the family of 6-year-old Lucy Morgan, who died after a metal badminton racket shaft separated from its handle during normal play and impaled her skull while her family was vacationing in Maine.

The lawsuit alleges the racket was defective and unreasonably dangerous and seeks to hold Franklin Sports accountable for Lucy’s death.

“This case represents a parent’s worst nightmare. The Morgan family was enjoying an idyllic summer vacation here in Maine when they lost Lucy due to what we allege was a dangerous and defective piece of sports equipment. We are committed to obtaining justice for Lucy by holding Franklin Sports accountable. We want to ensure these rackets are manufactured in a way where this type of tragedy never occurs again,” said Berman & Simmons attorney Travis M. Brennan.

Learn more:
https://www.bermansimmons.com/latest-news/2026/august/berman-simmons-files-wrongful-death-lawsuit-agai/

08/20/2026

There's a common assumption that if a commercial truck causes a catastrophic crash, responsibility will be obvious.

Reality is rarely that simple.

Within hours of a serious collision, trucking companies often begin protecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and building their defense. By the time many families are trying to process what happened, the investigation has already begun.

That's why truck accident cases are built on facts collected early, expert analysis, and relentless preparation.

For more than a century, Berman & Simmons has earned its reputation by taking on the largest defendants in Maine and pursuing accountability when lives have been permanently changed. https://bit.ly/48cH4aV

08/19/2026

When you're injured in an Uber or Lyft crash, the biggest question isn't always who caused the collision. It's often which insurance policy applies.

Rideshare accidents can involve multiple layers of insurance coverage depending on whether the driver was waiting for a ride request, on the way to pick up a passenger, or actively transporting someone. Determining responsibility can be far more complicated than in a typical car crash.

At Berman & Simmons, we know that serious rideshare injury cases require a thorough investigation from the very beginning. Our team works to identify every available source of compensation so clients and their families can focus on what matters most: rebuilding their lives after a devastating crash. https://bit.ly/4gMo0op

08/17/2026

A collision with a commercial vehicle can leave a family facing a lifetime of challenges in an instant.

Our team secured a $10 million settlement in a commercial vehicle accident case, helping provide the financial resources needed after a life-changing event. While no amount of money can undo the harm that was done, holding those responsible accountable can make a meaningful difference for the future. https://bit.ly/47qWYfX

Case results depend on the unique facts and circumstances of each case. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.