Practice areas: Personal Injury, Medical Malpractice, Civil Litigation; view more
Licensed in Ohio since: 1989
Education: Capital University Law School
Selected to Super Lawyers: 2025 - 2026 
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31300 Solon RdSuite 12
Solon, OH 44139 Phone: 440-519-9900 Email: Steven M. Goldberg Visit website
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Steven M. Goldberg is the founder and principal attorney of Goldberg Legal Co., LPA, where he represents individuals and families in complex medical malpractice, product liability, catastrophic injury, and mass tort litigation. With more than 37 years of experience, he has litigated high-stakes cases in state and federal courts nationwide, including the U.S. Court of Federal Claims and the United States Supreme Court.
Mr. Goldberg’s recent work includes securing a $2.5 million settlement—structured to provide more than $4.3 million in total recovery—on behalf of the Estate of Devon R. Cook in a wrongful death case involving a public entity, after successfully defeating political subdivision immunity at the trial court and appellate levels, with the Ohio Supreme Court declining further review and leaving those rulings intact.
Mr. Goldberg has extensive experience in multi-district litigation involving pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and toxic exposures, as well as significant appellate work. His appellate experience includes Carpenter v. Consolidated Rail Corp., 69 Ohio St.3d 259 (1994), and Estate of Cook v. Montville Township, et al., 2024-Ohio-5690, both before the Ohio Supreme Court.
He has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America across multiple categories and named “Lawyer of the Year” for Product Liability Litigation. His firm, Goldberg Legal Co., LPA, has also been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of America’s Best Law Firms. Mr. Goldberg holds a Martindale-Hubbell AV® Preeminent rating and is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum®. He has also been selected by The National Trial Lawyers as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer, Top 25 Mass Tort Lawyer, and Top 25 Brain Injury Lawyer.
Mr. Goldberg is a Fellow of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA) and a Senior Fellow of the Litigation Counsel of America. He is admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court, the Ohio Supreme Court, the U.S. Court of Federal Claims, and multiple U.S. District Courts nationwide. He is a member of the Federal Bar Association, the Ohio State Bar Association, the American Association for Justice, the Cleveland Academy of Trial Lawyers, and the Mass Tort Trial Lawyers Association.
Practice areas
Personal Injury - General: Plaintiff, Personal Injury - Medical Malpractice: Plaintiff, Civil Litigation: Plaintiff, Class Action/Mass Torts: Plaintiff, Criminal Defense: White Collar, Personal Injury - Products: PlaintiffFirst Admitted: 1989, Ohio
Professional Webpage: https://goldberg-legal.com/steven-m-goldberg/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Supreme Court of Ohio, 1989
- United States Supreme Court, 1992
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Ohio, 1990
- U.S. Court of Federal Claims, 1990
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth District, 1993
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois, admitted pro hac vice, 2009
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas, 2015
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of Ohio, 2019
- State Bar of Georgia, admitted pro hac vice, 2020
- U.S. District Court, Western District of Pennsylvania, admitted pro hac vice, 2021
- U.S. District Court, District of Massachusetts, admitted pro hac vice, 2021
- American Bar Association, 1989
- Ohio State Bar Association, 1989
- Ohio Association for Justice, 1989
- American Association for Justice, 1989
- Cleveland Academy of Trial Attorneys, 2002
- Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, 2006
- Federal Bar Association, Northern District of Ohio, Civil and Criminal Divisions, 2017
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Confidential 7-Figure Settlement – Carbon Monoxide Poisoning / Traumatic Brain Injury Secured a confidential seven-figure settlement on behalf of a business traveler who sustained a traumatic brain injury after exposure to dangerous levels of carbon monoxide in a hotel. The exposure was caused by a condemned pool heater that had not been properly maintained or shut down. Successfully litigated complex liability and causation issues, including allegations of spoliation of evidence, before defendants ultimately admitted the source of the carbon monoxide shortly before settlement., 2022
- $4,220,000 Settlement – Product Liability / Asbestos Exposure Secured a $4.22 million settlement on behalf of the family of a plumber who developed mesothelioma following decades of occupational exposure to asbestos-containing materials at job sites across multiple states. Established that the products he worked with contained asbestos and that adequate warnings were not provided regarding the associated health risks., 2023
- $3,800,000 Settlement – Wrongful Death / Medical Malpractice Secured a $3.8 million settlement on behalf of the parents of a 7-month-old child who died following open heart surgery to correct a congenital defect. Established that the surgical team failed to properly administer medications necessary to safely arrest the heart during the procedure, resulting in a global ischemic injury and death., 2021
- $2,500,000 Settlement (structured to provide $4,300,000 total recovery) – Wrongful Death / Government LiabilityEstate of Devon R. Cook v. Montville Township Secured a $2.5 million settlement on behalf of the Estate of a 28-year-old woman killed when a dead tree located on Township property fell onto her vehicle. Successfully defeated political subdivision immunity at the trial court and appellate levels, with the Ohio Supreme Court declining further review. The structured settlement will provide more than $4.3 million in total recovery for the decedent’s minor children., 2025
- $2,460,000 Settlement – Product Liability / Toxic Exposure Secured a $2.46 million settlement on behalf of multiple families exposed to hazardous formaldehyde gas emissions from defective building materials used in newly constructed homes. Established that defendants failed to timely warn homeowners of a known environmental hazard, resulting in prolonged exposure and significant respiratory, neurological, and other health-related symptoms across multiple households., 2022
- Confidential Settlement – Product Liability / Toxic Exposure (Roundup Litigation) Represented individuals in product liability claims involving long-term exposure to Roundup who were later diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Established that prolonged exposure to the product was associated with the development of cancer, resulting in confidential settlements to compensate for significant injuries and long-term health consequences., 2023
- $900,000 Settlement – Wrongful Death / Medical Malpractice Secured a $900,000 settlement on behalf of the estate of a patient who died by suicide following repeated emergency department visits. Established that medical providers failed to properly assess suicide risk, coordinate care, and admit the patient for psychiatric stabilization despite documented indicators of high risk. Defendants contested liability and causation before the matter resolved through litigation and mediation., 2025
- $900,000 Settlement – Medical Malpractice / Delayed Cancer Diagnosis Secured a $900,000 settlement on behalf of an Army veteran whose rectal cancer was not timely diagnosed after presenting with symptoms warranting further evaluation. Established that medical providers failed to order appropriate diagnostic testing, resulting in a delayed Stage III cancer diagnosis and permanent complications following extensive treatment, including chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery., 2022
- $750,000 Settlement – Medical Malpractice / Post-Surgical Negligence Secured a $750,000 settlement on behalf of a patient who suffered a life-threatening hemorrhage following gastric bypass surgery. Established that medical providers failed to timely recognize and respond to clear signs of internal bleeding, resulting in cardiac arrest and the need for multiple emergency surgeries to stabilize the patient., 2024
- $750,000 Settlement – Industrial Premises Liability Secured a $750,000 settlement on behalf of an industrial plumber who suffered a life-threatening injury after falling through an unsecured grate at an industrial facility during a decommissioning project. Established that the hazard was created when supporting structures were removed without proper remediation or warnings, and successfully navigated complex liability issues involving multiple contractors and subcontractors., 2021
- $515,000 Settlement – Catastrophic Trucking Accident Secured a $515,000 settlement on behalf of a husband and wife who sustained serious injuries when their vehicle was struck by a jackknifing tractor-trailer on Interstate 90 in Pennsylvania. Established that the driver was operating at an unsafe speed in hazardous winter conditions and that the trucking company had a history of safety violations., 2024
- $400,000 Settlement – Motor Vehicle Accident / Personal Injury Secured a $400,000 settlement on behalf of a plaintiff injured in a collision caused by a commercial delivery driver who failed to yield while making a left turn. Established clear liability and pursued claims for ongoing physical injuries, including chest wall trauma, orthopedic injuries, and chronic pain requiring continued treatment and rehabilitation., 2024
- $300,000 Settlement – Dog Bite / Premises Liability Secured the full $300,000 policy limits on behalf of a plaintiff who sustained severe facial injuries following a dog attack at a private residence. Established that the dog owner failed to control a known dangerous animal, resulting in severe facial injuries requiring multiple reconstructive surgeries., 2021
- $305,000 Settlement – Premises Liability / Wrongful Death Secured a $305,000 settlement on behalf of the estate of a 42-year-old man who was killed when a dead tree fell from a residential property onto his vehicle. Established that the property owner failed to remove a visibly decaying and hazardous tree despite longstanding notice of the condition, resulting in a fatal incident., 2023
Educational Background
- Arizona State University, B.A. in English, 1981-1985
- Capital University School of Law, J.D., 1985-1988
Honors
- American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), the most prestigious, invitation-only national trial bar association comprised of highly experienced trial lawyers and judges. Our mission is to safeguard the principles of democracy and justice, uphold the Seventh Amendment’s guarantee of the right to trial by jury in civil cases as well as promote the rule of law, civility in trial practice, and the independence of the judiciary. , Fellow, American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), 2022
- Litigation Counsel of America, a highly esteemed and exclusive society of trial lawyers. Only the most exceptional and talented individuals in the American legal profession are carefully selected to join. With a limited membership of just 3,500 Fellows, comprising less than one-half of one percent of all American lawyers, being a member of the LCA is a true mark of distinction and a testament to one's exceptional legal skills and expertise. , Senior Fellow, Litigation Counsel of America, Litigation Counsel of America, 2017
- Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, a highly esteemed organization that recognizes individuals who have been nominated by their peers and recommended by the Fellows Committee of the Bar Foundation. This prestigious honor is bestowed upon those who have demonstrated professional excellence, the highest standards of integrity, and a strong commitment to advancing justice in the greater Cleveland area. It is a true testament to the recipient's dedication and hard work in the legal profession. , Fellow, Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association, 2014
- Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, Lawyer of the Year, Best Lawyers in America, 2020
- Goldberg Legal Co., LPA Recognized for high-caliber work in Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, 2019-2016, The Best Law Firms in America® - Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, U.S. News & World Report, 2026
- Goldberg Legal Co., LPA Recognized for high-caliber work in: Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, 2019-2026, The Best Law Firms in America® - Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, U.S. News & World Report, 2026
- Goldberg Legal Co., LPA Recognized for high-caliber work in Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, 2024-2026., The Best Law Firms in America® - Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, U.S. News & World Report, 2026
- Goldberg Legal Co., LPA Recognized for high-caliber work in Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions - Plaintiffs, 2024-2026, The Best Law Firms in America® - Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions - Plaintiffs, U.S. News & World Report, 2026
- Attorney Goldberg has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® for Medical Malpractice Law – Plaintiffs, 2018–2026., The Best Lawyers in America® - Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, U.S. News & World Report, 2026
- Attorney Goldberg has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® for Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, 2024-2026, The Best Lawyers in America® - Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, U.S. News & World Report, 2026
- Attorney Goldberg has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® for Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, 2019-2026. , The Best Lawyers in America® - Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs, U.S. News & World Report, 2026
- Attorney Goldberg has been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® for Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions—Plaintiffs, 2024-2026, The Best Lawyers in America® - Mass Tort Litigation/Class Actions - Plaintiffs, U.S. News & World Report, 2026
- The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) Preferred Attorneys program connects individuals with brain injuries to experienced legal counsel vetted for their knowledge of TBI-related physical, cognitive, and emotional impacts, 2025-2026., Preferred Attorneys, The Brain Injury Association of America's, 2026
- An honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Only 5% of attorneys in Ohio receive this distinction, 2025-2026. , Ohio Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers, 2026
- Top 25 Brain Injury Lawyers, 2019-2026, The National Trial Lawyers Association - Top 25 Brain Injury Lawyers, The National Trial Lawyers Association, 2026
- Top 25 Mass Tort Lawyers, 2015-2026, National Trial Lawyers Association - Top 25 Mass Tort Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association, 2026
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers, 2014-2026, National Trial Lawyers Top 100, National Trial Lawyers Association, 2026
- Selection to America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys® is by invitation only and is comprised of the nation’s most exceptional attorneys, 2024-2026., America's Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys, America's Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys, 2026
- Cleveland's Top Rated Lawyers, 2013-2014, Cleveland's Top Rated Lawyers, Plain Dealer & Wall Street Journal, 2014
- Established in 1993, the Million Dollar Advocates Forum (which includes the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum) is one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements., Million Dollar Advocates Forum, Million Dollar Advocates Forum, 2006
- Peer Review Rated AV® Preeminent™ (5.0/5.0), AV Preeminent Rating, Martindale-Hubbell, 1993
Office location for Steven M. Goldberg
31300 Solon Rd
Suite 12
Solon, OH 44139
Selections
2 Years Super Lawyers
- Super Lawyers: 2025 - 2026