Pokémon Go and Car Accidents

Chances are, you have heard of the new Pokemon Go phenomenon that is sweeping the nation. Pokemon Go is a game played on a smartphone that encourages people to walk around to collect 151 Pokemon and is based off the card game and hand-held Nintendo games of the 90s. While a seemingly harmless game of…

Please do Not “Catch” Pokemon and Drive!

Woodland Hills car accident lawyer Barry P. Goldberg is well aware of both distracted driving accidents and the new Pokemon Go craze! As a father of two and as a personal injury lawyer, the potential for catastrophic accidents of the target generation of this game is downright scary.  Of course, teens, twenties and all drivers…

What to Do after an Accident

Even though car accidents occur what seems like all the time, they can still be very overwhelming for those involved. In the aftermath, it may be difficult to determine what steps to take next; especially if there has been even a minor injury. Reading through these below tips, compiled by a trusted car accident lawyer,…

July 4th Auto Accidents

While a time for celebration, the long Independence Day weekend can also bring with it a number of serious personal injuries, including car accidents from drinking and driving, illegal firework injuries, and dog bites. Indeed, according to the National Safety Council, July 4th is the deadliest holiday in the United States. The patriotic holiday has…

Deadly Street Racing Comes to Quiet Woodland Hills

Personal injury attorney Barry P. Goldberg is a virtual lifetime resident of Woodland Hills and its surrounding communities.  In fact, Barry P. Goldberg, A Professional Law Corporation is located in Warner Center in Woodland Hills.  Although the prototype of suburban living, Woodland Hills joins other less fortunate communities with deadly street racing fatalities. On June…

Temporomandibular Joint Pain After A Car Accident

Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is the lower jaw joint that attaches to your skull next to each ear. It’s a hinge joint, and we use it to chew, talk, laugh or yawn. We even use it when we brush our teeth. The TMJ is used more than 2,000 times a day. It’s the most frequently…

Summer Months Mean More Teen Driving Accidents

Summer is here and in the San Fernando Valley, that means we can expect a lot more cars on the road. Why? Because school is out and teen drivers are making the most of their summer break. The increase in the number of teen drivers on local roads may not be good news for everyone.…

Your Insurer Does Not Have to Pay Diminution of Value after a Collision

Woodland Hills car accident attorney Barry P. Goldberg is regularly contacted by upset insureds because their nearly new vehicle was in a serious accident and their insurer refuses to declare the vehicle a total loss.  Instead, the insurer insists on repairing the vehicle without regard to the immediately loss in value.  Further, the vehicle will…

5 Reasons to Hire a Car Accident Lawyer

If you or a loved one has recently been injured in an auto accident, you may be wondering if it is really necessary to hire an attorney. Maybe your damages weren’t very high or you have always enjoyed the law and would like to handle your case yourself. Whatever the reason, know that sometimes it…

Car Accident Mediation? — It’s Confidential!

Woodland Hills car accident attorney Barry P. Goldberg always recommends mediation to his clients whenever a resolution cannot be obtained through informal negotiations.  Often, these are cases that are litigated and hotly contested. The mediation process can be emotional and draining.  When unsuccessful, clients are often shocked to learn that everything that was said and…