David Goguen

J.D. · University of San Francisco School of Law

David Goguen is a Legal Editor at Nolo, focusing on claimants' rights in personal injury cases. He is a member of the State Bar of California with almost two decades of experience in litigation and legal publishing. His work has been featured and quoted in a number of publications, including Medscape and Fodor’s.

Education. David is a graduate of the University of San Francisco School of Law, where he made his first foray into publishing as a member of the USF Maritime Law Journal board of editors. 

Legal career. After a few years as a practicing attorney, handling everything from car accident claims to groundwater pollution cases, David began his career as a Legal Editor. Over the years at Nolo, David’s area of expertise has expanded to encompass all kinds of injury-related cases, from fender benders and medical malpractice to the latest mass tort cases making headlines—including Roundup-cancer lawsuits.

Personal injury law. Few areas of the law are more fraught with stress than personal injury. Accidents are by definition unexpected, and they can give rise to all kinds of uncertainty. In the days and weeks following an injury, more and more people go online with questions about their options and the right path forward, and David is proud to be part of a Nolo team that provides some of the best answers out there.


Articles By David Goguen

Wrongful Death Lawsuits When a Pedestrian Is Killed in a Car Accident
When a pedestrian dies in a traffic accident, surviving family members might be able to take legal action over their losses.
Does Car Insurance Cover a Pedestrian's Death?
When a pedestrian is killed in a car accident, potential insurance sources include the at-fault driver's policy, and the pedestrian's own uninsured motorist (UIM) coverage.
Insurance Adjuster Requests for Medical Records and Exams
In evaluating your injury claim, the adjuster will request your medical records, and could ask for an independent medical examination (IME).
Getting Your Medical Records: Rights, Procedures, and Privacy
Your right to obtain medical records under HIPAA, and tips on how to get them.
Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice Laws
A look at the Pennsylvania medical malpractice lawsuit filing deadline and the state's "Certificate of Merit" requirement for these kinds of cases.
The Independent Medical Examination (IME) In a Car Accident Case
If you file a car insurance claim or car accident lawsuit, you may need to attend an "independent medical examination" (IME). Here's what to expect.
Zantac (Ranitidine) Cancer Lawsuits
The discovery of a cancer-causing contaminant in Zantac has triggered a wave of lawsuits over the safety of the popular heartburn medication.
Oklahoma Personal Injury Laws and Statutes of Limitations
Learn about the Oklahoma laws likely to impact your personal injury case, including the lawsuit filing deadlines, what happens if you’re partly to blame for an accident, how to file your case, Oklahoma’s damage caps, and more.
Tarmac Delays and Airline Passenger Rights
Federal rules limit tarmac delay times and spell out airlines' obligations to passengers.
Wisconsin Personal Injury Laws and Statutes of Limitations
Learn the basics about some of Wisconsin's personal injury laws, including how long you have to file suit, where to file your case, limits on the damages you can collect, and much more.