Latest Joe Bornstein Blog Posts

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Our recent blog posts cover important legal updates, safety initiatives, and real stories that impact drivers, pedestrians, and families throughout the state.

Hunting Accidents

Hunting accident cases can be complicated: Our experienced and resourceful attorneys can take control of the process We are ready...

Recreational Injuries

Recreational injury cases can be complex: Our experienced attorneys fight for victims throughout the process Maine has a broad variety...

Intentional Acts

Tough lawyers with decades of experience supporting Mainers’ rights Any time a party acts with intention to cause direct harm...

Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress

We help victims fight for justice if they’ve been affected by an emotional distress injury You can’t photograph an emotional...

Negligent Acts

Many personal injury cases arise from the actions of two or more parties, particularly in cases involving the security or maintenance of a property.Other types...

Negligent Claims Handling by Insurance Companies

Tough-negotiating attorneys ready to obtain justice for victims of negligent claims handling in Maine Insurance companies have certain legal obligations...

Autonomous Cars Raise Liability Questions

If you’re injured in a crash, who pays? It’s 2017, and technology is changing almost every aspect of how we...

84 Arguments Insurance Companies Make

There is always more than one side to every story. Our attorneys will help you tell your side. As an...

12 Questions to Ask a Law Firm

How long has the lawyer been practicing personal injury law? In over 50 years since our practice began on the...

What To Do When Injured

At the Law Offices of Joe Bornstein, we put our experience and resources to work for you. But while we’re...

What Is the Distracted Driving Law in Maine?

Understand the Rules—and the Risks—That Come With Using a Phone Behind the Wheel Distracted driving isn’t just dangerous—it’s against the law in...

A Maine Attorney Discusses Rear-end Accidents and Whiplash

A distracted driver might have been changing the radio station or sending a text message when he or she struck...

9 Steps to Take If You’ve Been in an Automobile Accident

Winter in Maine can be treacherous. From icy roads to slippery sidewalks, Mother Nature disrupts daily commutes and everyday activities...

What Makes Proving Medical Malpractice So Difficult

We expect doctors and other medical professionals to perform to a high standard of proficiency. Patients sometimes sustain injuries or...

How Parking Lot Collisions Can Lead To Injuries

Safely driving through a parking lot requires keen attention and caution. The common misconception about parking lots is that they...

How Are Settlements and Awards Determined?

How much is my case worth? We get this question every day, and there’s no simple answer to it. The...

Why It’s Important to Get a Copy of Your Maine Car Accident Report

When a crash occurs, you must call the police and wait for them to arrive. Police officers gather information to...

Facial Injuries Can Have a Big Impact on Crash Victims

Facial injuries sustained in car accidents can have serious consequences. Whether you’re dealing with a fractured nose, burns, an open face wound...

Concussion After a Car Accident: Understanding Your Legal Options

Despite being commonly referred to as “mild traumatic brain injuries,” concussions are often underestimated in the aftermath of car accidents....

Traumatic Brain Injuries Are Often the Result of Negligence

A Maine Brain Injury Lawyer Breaks Down the Common Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments of TBI Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a...

T-Bone Accidents: Determining Liability, Injuries & Compensation

Maine Car Accident Lawyers Explain What Drivers Need to Know About Side-Impact Crashes Some of the most dangerous types of...

Can I Get Compensation for Shoulder Pain After a Car Accident?

Shoulder pain is common after a car accident and should never be ignored; it is often a sign of a serious underlying...

What To Do After A Car Accident That’s Not Your Fault

Car accidents can be a distressing experience, especially if the accident was not your fault. You may be seriously injured and...

5 Steps to Take After a Slip and Fall Accident

Mainers are accustomed to tough winter conditions. Unfortunately, however, many are injured each year when they slip or trip and fall...

What Is An Intentional Tort Claim?

The COVID-19 pandemic will likely be followed by a tidal wave of civil, intentional, and negligent harm claims, also known as...

What Is the Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death in Maine?

Losing a loved one is a painful experience, one that can bring both emotional and financial challenges. When the loss...