How Are Injuries Proven for California Car Accidents?

If you’re involved in a car accident in Woodland Hills, California, you may find yourself in the middle of a fight to get the compensation that you deserve for the damage to your car and for your injuries. One of the most common concerns people have about California car accidents is how injuries are proven…

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Attorney Barry P. Goldberg Running for SFVBA Secretary

Attorney Barry P. Goldberg, a native of the San Fernando Valley, is running for the Secretary of the San Fernando Valley Bar Association (SFVBA), a local organization dedicated to serving the Valley’s legal community since 1926. Barry has sat on the Board of the Association for the last three years and is currently the Treasurer.…

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Financial Compensation for California Slip and Falls

If you’re hurt in a slip and fall accident in the San Fernando Valley, you may be eligible to receive financial compensation. The purpose of this compensation is to make you whole again, although in many instances we understand that may not be possible. Financial compensation for slip and falls in California may include:

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Can a Host Be Liable for Serving Alcohol in California?

Woodland Hills personal injury attorney Barry P. Goldberg is always looking for recovery sources for his seriously injured clients.  One area of confusion comes from questions about whether a server of alcohol can be liable for an accident caused by a driver who drank that alcohol and decided to drive.  The following is an excellent…

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How to Keep a Slip and Fall from Ruining Your Life

Even in beautiful Woodland Hills, California, a slip and fall has the potential to turn into a serious accident. In some cases, a trip and fall can be so serious that it can ruin your life. If you’ve suffered from a slip and fall, read these tips to learn how you can protect your potential…

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Are You Entitled to Diminished Value to your Vehicle after a Crash? Yes and No!

Woodland Hills personal injury attorney Barry P. Goldberg is asked by his clients almost daily whether they are entitled to “Diminished Value” of their vehicle after a crash.  Obviously, a car repaired after a crash is never the same even if expertly repaired.  But, is the amount of the “additional damage” or “Diminished Value” recoverable?…

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Your Top 3 Questions about Motorcycle Accidents in California Answered

When motorcycle accidents happen in California, riders and their passengers can be more than seriously or permanently injured. They can also be killed. Between lost wages, medical expenses, and the loss of the motorcycle, it can be a stressful experience. If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident in Woodland Hills, California, first read the…

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When Does a Dog Bite in California Reach Criminal Status?

In California, dog bites are extremely serious matters. People who are bitten by dogs can suffer from permanent scarring or disfiguration, infections, amputations from severe back, emotional trauma, and other serious side effects. While dog bites are generally handled through California civil law, there are some cases involving dog bites that are considered criminal matters.…

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Dog Bites? Maybe it’s the “Dog Days” of Summer!

Woodland Hills personal injury attorney Barry P. Goldberg handles a disproportionate amount of dog bite and dog attack cases in the San Fernando Valley.  Perhaps, the office’s location in suburban Woodland Hills and the surrounding neighborhoods in the San Fernando Valley, like Canoga Park and Tarzana, have a disproportionate number of dogs and families that…

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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…

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