Kaplan & Grant, Attorneys at Law

To Whom It May Concern, It is with great sincerity and deep appreciation that I write this letter of recommendation for Matthew Merritt, Esq. My husband and I had the privilege of working with Matthew during one of the most challenging and uncertain times in our lives, and his dedication, compassion, and expertise made all the difference. After nearly 39 years of loyal, unwavering service to UPS, my husband was faced with a work-related disability that left us not only navigating a difficult medical situation but also grappling with the abrupt end of his workman’s compensation benefits. It felt deeply unfair and overwhelming — as though decades of hard work and commitment could be so easily overlooked. In the midst of this uncertainty, Matthew Merritt stepped in as our advocate. From our very first meeting, Matthew approached our case with kindness, honesty, and a clear sense of purpose. He treated us like people, not just a file number. His expertise in workman’s compensation law was immediately evident, and he worked diligently to secure continued financial support during my husband’s time away from work, ensuring some stability when we needed it most. But what truly sets Matthew apart is how he goes above and beyond expectations. Not only did he help us secure those much-needed benefits, but he also advocated for a settlement we hadn’t even considered or expected. I’ll never forget the look of relief on my husband’s face when Matthew shared the good news. That moment of peace and reassurance was priceless, and it was made possible by Matthew’s dedication and tenacity. Matthew Merritt is a remarkable attorney and an even better human being. He combines sharp legal skills with genuine compassion and integrity. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking legal representation, especially in matters of workman’s compensation or disability-related claims. He will fight for you, treat you with dignity, and deliver results that truly matter. If you have the opportunity to work with Matthew Merritt, know that you are in excellent hands. With deepest gratitude, Lena Knight, Wife, Secretary, House Keeper, Bookkeeper, Chef, Health Consultant and Humorist for Armando Ventura

My experience with Kaplan & Grant was a very positive one. They were so helpful throughout my whole workers' compensation case. Everybody we spoke with was extremely helpful. Every question was answered quickly and explained very well. Highly recommend this firm.

Excellent experience working with Mr. Grant on my workers comp case. Dealt with everything in timely mannor.

Ben Grant is a great workers compensation lawler. He settled my case for more than I expected. Very highly recommended.

Fantastic legal team, I am so happy with the results they achieved for me!

Doug has been my biggest pillar of support through these troubling times , and has always looked out for my best interest even when I was too worked up to see it. You want them on your team.

Tells you what you want to hear. Looks out for himself only. Terrible.

They were able to point me in the right direction. They gave me ideas and what I should be looking at before singing anything. Free consultation

Have a workers comp case going on the lawyers firm of Kaplan & Grant have been very supportive of my needs instructing me on what I need to to do to make my claim successful at the end of the day. The lawyers and paralegals were nice enough to help me with my claim.

Ben and Heather are the best of the best! I always felt they had my best interest at heart and I was as important as family. Their knowledge is on point but their ethics are superior to any other attorney I've known. You definitely want them on your team!

If you are looking for a legal team that is quick to answer your questions, truly is looking out for your best interests and will take the time to explain the process you are going through then I couldn't recommend a better team than Ben Grant and his paralegal Heather. Thank you!

I was receiving worker's compensation for a work related injury. I had to fight with the insurance company to receive my benefits timely and to get medical bills and prescriptions covered. As most people know workers compensation is a fraction of what you were making when you were working. Living on this reduced amount was difficult enough but any interruption in my benefits would have been devastating to my family financially. I contacted several attorneys but none would take my case because the insurance company had accepted liability. A friend referred me to Ben. Ben and his paralegal Heather made things significantly less stressful. They were on top of my weekly benefits and in the event I didn't receive them timely they would handle it immediately. I no longer had to fight to just go to the doctor or get a prescription refilled. If I did have a question they would respond the same day. They were also able to get me voc rehab so that I could get assistance finding a job that I could manage with my injury. The insurance company sent me to multiple functional capacity exams and independent medical exams. I am confident that had I not had fantastic representation my benefits would have been stopped. At that point another attorney may have been willing to take on my case however I would have gone without weekly benefits while it was being fought. Going through the workers compensation process is brutally stressful on top of having to deal with your injury. I cannot imagine how much worse things would have been without having Ben and Heather. Finally, after 5 years of dealing with everything Ben was able to get me a fair settlement.

I highly recommend Ben Grant. Himself and Heather were there through it all with me. Always responsive to any of my questions. They kept me up to date on anything new.

Doug Kaplan is an extremely fine lawyer and friend. For those in need of legal consultation for personal injury or victimization, Mr. Kaplan and Mr. Grant are among the most respected and qualified in State of Maine. Paralegal staff are also top shelf. Peace.

ON MY SIDE- After being injured at work and my injuries left me unable to perform work functions and limited my driving capability, I sought out legal counsel. This lead me to the offices of Kaplan & Grant. Ben Grant and his team have many years of experience. When faced with a serious challenge in your life you want someone on your side. Ben and his team were there every step of the way. For three years they fought for me. They helped me through difficult times of emotional, mental and physical setbacks. His staff, especially Ben’s Paralegal Heather Gosch, was always there to help me along the way. Ben’s legal expertise helped navigate through a very difficult process. If you need an SSDI or Workman's comp lawyer, and someone on your side, he is your guy! He fights for you! Thanks Ben!

I would recommend Ben Grant to anyone who needed a very good Worker's Compensation attorney. Ben is a very caring and knowledgeable attorney. He and Heather are also very nice people to work with. They always call back in a timely manner and have the answers you need. No question is silly to them. He honestly is working for your best interest. Thank you Ben and Heather for all you have done for me.

I had a Workman Comp case that lasted about 6 years. Mr. Grant was very supportive, informative and available during that time. He took the time to explain the process at every step and was always willing to explain further when clarification was needed. He and his team quickly resolved concerns regarding medical issues and payments. Mr. Grant and his team work for their client as a priority making them feel important and listened to during a difficult time of mental, emotional, and physical setbacks.

Ben Grant came highly recommended, and that recommendation far exceeded my expectations! I met with Ben and Heather at their office, which was welcoming. Ben was calm and direct and very thorough, and he put me at ease as soon as I walked in his office. Heather is not only easy to work with, she's efficient, prompt, and knowledgeable. I never had to wait for a response or an explanation to any of my questions. Besides her excellent work ethic, she was honest and direct but with compassion. They took a huge weight off my shoulders, and I greatly appreciate the attention they gave to me and my case. I couldn't have asked for better representation! Thank you!!