Berman & Simmons

Heartwarming and bittersweet.   The re-opening of Just-In-Time Recreation after the tragic mass shootings in October is one mighty step in our community's healing and recovery process. These memorial bowling pins, made and donated by Garland Manufacturing Company, will poignantly serve as a reminder of the friends and neighbors we lost too soon.     Link to story in the comments. #lewistonmaine #LewistonStrong

We have helped countless clients in Maine and across New England receive the justice and compensation they deserve after serious injury. We’re always happy to hear how we’ve made a positive impact in their lives.

Kudos to the Maine State Bar Association for sharing this awesome calendar to bring awareness to Mental Health month! The Mental Health Challenge calendar includes daily, actionable tips! See comments for the Link to download the calendar.

Attorney Timothy Kenlan presented “Forensic Applications in Civil Sex Abuse Applications” to a group of post-doctoral students enrolled in the University of Maine's Forensic Psychology Fellowship program last month.   Fellows are trained in the psycho-legal foundations of forensic psychology, the principles of forensic mental health assessment, and the broad range of issues forensic psychologists address in civil and criminal courts. 

In 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month was established to shine a light on the complexities and importance of mental health and mental health care. With 1 in 5 adult Americans being affected by some kind of mental health condition, as well as, suicide being the leading cause of death in the United States, everyone is at risk of being affected by mental health conditions. Here at Berman & Simmons, we are no strangers to these risks. Everyday we are witnesses to what has been some of the most traumatic moments in our client lives. We stress the importance of proper mental health care for both clients and employees alike. We want to remind you that you're not alone and help and crucial care is out there for you. If you or a loved one is experiencing a mental health crisis, please call or text 988 for free, confidential, 24/7 access to trained crisis counselors who can help.

We give clients the power and voice to move forward after serious injury. We love receiving testimonials like this.

In honor of Earth Day, Berman & Simmons wants to highlight the dangers of roadway litter. While most litter can seem small and insignificant, it can have major environmental impacts. The act of littering can be very hazardous to drivers. Taking one’s eyes off the road or hands off the wheel to litter can reduce response time and increase the risk of an accident. Other drivers might swerve and potentially lose control of their car because of someone else littering. With there being an average of 2,857 pieces of litter per mile of road in the United States, here are some tips to reduce litter. -Avoid eating in your car: -Keep a small trash bin in your car -Use reusable containers -Ensure everything is secure: If you're transporting anything in a truck bed or on the top of your car, make sure loose items like lids and tarps are properly secure.

No other law firm in Maine can match our depth of talent, expertise, and financial strength to win cases. We’re so proud to receive testimonials like this one.