Does a Loss of Consortium Claim apply to the “Per Person” or “Per Claim” Policy Limit?

Woodland Hills personal injury attorney often has the unenviable task of explaining to clients that the courts recognize a spouse’s “loss of consortium” claim as a separate and independent tort.  However, for insurance purposes, a loss of consortium claim is considered “derivative.”  Therefore, under California Insurance Law, the “Per Person” limit applies—- not the “Per…

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Bicycle Crashes

Bicycle Accident Attorney When a car collides with a bicycle, occupants of the car are rarely injured. Bicycle riders, on the other hand, typically suffer serious — and sometimes fatal — injuries. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the number of fatal crashes with bicyclists in the United States increased every year between…

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When a Driver Becomes Hostile After a Car Collision

Auto Accident Attorney Canoga Park, CA Nobody enjoys being part of a car accident. Vehicle collisions can stall your day, lead to painful injuries and cause frustration as you deal with insurance companies. Any person who has been involved in a car crash has probably dealt with at least a small amount of physical wounds…

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What is the Root of the Problem in Commercial Truck Wrecks?

Truck Accident Lawyer Canoga Park, CA Accidents happen every single day on roads, residential streets and highways all across America. One of the most deadly types of collisions are those between a car driver and a commercial truck. These long, hefty vehicles can cause serious damage if they were to plow into a significantly smaller…

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Will Insurance Cover My “Road Rage” Injuries?

Woodland Hills car accident lawyer Barry P. Goldberg comes across “Road Rage” and other arguably intentional actions that cause injuries to his clients related to cars and motorcycles in the West San Fernando Valley, including Canoga Park and Tarzana.  Unfortunately, the mix of urban driving and other stresses pushes many people past the breaking point…

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Supreme Court Closes Loophole for Police Pursuit Immunity

Woodland Hills personal injury lawyer Barry P. Goldberg regularly receives potential new case calls from accident victims who are involved in traffic collisions related to police chases.  In the usual case, the police are chasing a suspected criminal and that criminal drives recklessly and causes a traffic collision. The victim is left with substantial property…

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Can You Handle Your Own Underinsured Motorist Case?

Woodland Hills personal injury lawyer Barry P. Goldberg is an expert on all things Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist.  That expertise includes Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage and Arbitration issues.  Recently, a potential new client with a very strong liability and damage case consulted with Mr. Goldberg and asked “Am I capable of handling my own…

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Regulation of Driverless Cars

Some experts predict that autonomous vehicles will dominate roadways by 2040.  That event will bring lifestyle changes not seen since the Ford Model T. Your morning and afternoon commute will become work time or leisure time as opposed to the current stress time!  DUIs, car accidents, and traffic tickets will decrease. That could mean car…

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