Lawyer Mistakes Could Ruin Your Settlement!

Woodland Hills personal injury lawyer Barry P. Goldberg has literally settled thousands of cases over the years.  A settlement seems simple and easy to document.  However, many lawyers make a “mistake” when settling a litigated case by simply having a settlement agreement and then a Request for Dismissal.  In a recent published California Court of…

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California Supreme Court Finds that Landowner has no Duty to Assist Visitors to Safely Cross a Public Street

Woodland Hills car accident lawyer Barry P. Goldberg closely monitors the California Court of Appeal and Supreme Court decisions on all aspects of personal injury, tort and insurance-related matters in order to provide cutting edge advice to his clients.  One area that has gained significant attention is where landowners and business owners have customers or…

Personal Injury Claims and Contingency Fees

If you’ve been hurt in a Woodland Hills accident that was not your fault, you may be wondering how much money the insurance company will give you for your injuries. The truthful answer? Not as much as you deserve. That is why you need the assistance of an aggressive, proven personal injury attorney. One of…

File a Law Suit if you have a Good Case and the Insurer Denies or Low Balls Your Claim

Woodland Hills personal injury lawyer Barry P. Goldberg recommends to his clients to not cave in to an insurer that denies or low balls a perfectly legitimate claim.  Unfortunately, we are seeing more of insurers wrongfully denying claims, attributing “fictitious” comparative fault to claimants or offering such a low-ball mount that the claimant would actually…

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Can a Real Estate Agent be Liable for Injuries at an Open House?

Woodland Hills personal injury attorney Barry P. Goldberg is consulted more often than you might think by potential clients injured on the property of a home they were thinking about buying.  It is a relatively common occurrence for potential buyers to be wondering a property for sale and slipping or tripping on a stair or…

What You Need to Know about Truck Accidents in California

Being involved in a truck accident in Woodland Hills can be devastating. Severe spinal cord injuries, permanent disability, lost wages, and even death are common results. A truck accident doesn’t just change the life of the victim. It impacts an entire family. If you or someone you love is involved in a truck accident, you…

How Can Social Media Negatively Impact Your PI Case?

With the advent of smartphones and social media apps, many Southern Californians have become extremely comfortable sharing pictures, video recordings and other content about themselves on their social media accounts.  Applications like Facebook and Instagram installed on a smartphone allow users to instantly take photos and videos of themselves, upload the content to their Facebook…

When Your Child Is Injured at Daycare

For many dual-income families in the San Fernando Valley, or families where both parents work outside of the home, choosing the right daycare for their children is a big decision.  Thankfully, childcare facilities are heavily regulated in California. Choosing the right daycare

How long do you have to file suit on a Homeowner’s Policy?

Woodland Hills personal injury attorney Barry P. Goldberg files cases against Homeowner’s Insurance Policies for clients in various types of claims and cases. However, there is still a great deal of confusion about what the time limit is and whether various “tolling” of that time applies.  Barry P. Goldberg is an insurance policy expert and…

Vacation Accidents: What To Do When Injured on a Vacation in California

California is known as the Golden State thanks to its beautiful beaches, sunny weather, and tan, healthy residents. The Valley is a popular tourist destination, as it is just miles away from the coast of Malibu, wonderful museums, and the Hollywood Walk of Fame, an ever popular tourist destination. Unfortunately, the influx of tourists in…