Negligent Stroke Care

As a medical malpractice lawyer, I am frequently asked to review medical records for patients who have suffered a stroke under circumstances where this devastating injury may have been unnecessary. These cases generally follow certain patterns. For example, when an individual suffers a hemorrhagic stroke, or brain bleed, we are often looking to see if…

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Understanding the Durable Power of Attorney

Car Accident Lawyer You’ve probably heard of an executor of a will after someone has passed away, but how it is different from a durable power of attorney? If you’ve created a durable power of attorney, that means you’re putting the responsibility of your future in another’s hands, which is a big deal. It’s essential…

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When a Drunk Driver Causes a Car Accident

One of the most devastating factors of drunk driving accidents is that often the passenger of the other vehicle involved is the person who is badly injured or even killed, and not the person who was driving under the influence.  It is important to deal with the accident scene right after an accident happens. This…

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Medical Malpractice with Unnecessary Surgery

Personal Injury Lawyer As part of any surgical negligence case, a careful medical negligence lawyer should investigate whether the surgery or surgical procedure was necessary. Unnecessary surgeries are not required or performed in the best interest of the patient. This issue has been relevant since at least the 1950s in the United States. This means…

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What’s the Problem With Distracted Driving?

Car Accident Lawyer It’s easy to get distracted in the world of today, but when that distraction is taking place while you’re behind the wheel, the results can be devastating. In 2018, there were 2,841 deaths in America due to distracted driving. One death is too many, so nearly 3,000 is far too many. When…

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Who Can an Injured Worker Sue When He Is Injured at A Dangerous Work Site?

Personal Injury Attorney Woodland Hills A personal injury attorney Woodland Hills residents recommend can make sense out of complicated workers’ compensation and premises liability issues involving multiple contractors. There are a number of common protective doctrines and legal causes of action that arise from construction sites. As a construction worker, it can be difficult to…

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5-year Old Boy Loses His Leg During a Tonsil Surgery

Personal Injury Lawyer As a medical malpractice attorney, the most heartbreaking cases involve negligent treatment of children.  This case highlights the devastating results of medical errors involving children.  In April 2015, a 5-year old boy underwent a tonsil surgery at a New Jersey hospital.  Due to his young age, his name has been withheld from…

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Is the Clock Ticking on Your Uninsured Motorist Claim?

Uninsured | Underinsured Motorist Accidents Lawyer Woodland Hills auto accident lawyer Barry P. Goldberg is an expert on all things “Uninsured” and “Underinsured”, including preserving the statute of limitations pursuant to Ins. Code §11580.2(i). One of the most frustrating realities for an insured is forfeiting compensation by failing to take the requisite action during the…

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How Long Do You Have to Arbitrate your Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist Case?

Uninsured | Underinsured Motorist Accidents Lawyer Woodland Hills car accident lawyer Barry P. Goldberg is an expert on all aspects of Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Law, especially arbitration. Many experienced personal injury lawyers fail to recognize that Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist cases (UM/UIM) have more than just one limitation period. There is a “regular” statute…

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What Happens to Credit Cards When You File for Bankruptcy?

If you decide to file for bankruptcy, you may wonder what happens to your credit cards and if you can keep one of them for life after bankruptcy. The answer is complicated; it depends on the decisions of the bankruptcy officials, meaning the court and the trustee, and the credit card company itself. The credit…

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