David E. Goddard
Goddard & Wagoner, PLLC • Bridgeport, WV
Wrongful DeathMedical Malpractice Wrongful Death Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Car Accidents
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Contact
Email
dave@goddardlawwv.com
Phone
(844) 906-1076
Address
7-C Chenoweth Drive, Bridgeport, WV, 26505, US
Professional
About
Dave Goddard has recovered millions of dollars for individuals who have been injured or killed through the wrongful conduct of another. After spending the first 12 years of his legal practice working for a large West Virginia defense firm, Dave has worked tirelessly to help victims recover damages. He routinely handles complex litigation including wrongful death claims, nursing home abuse and neglect, serious automobile collisions, motorcycle and truck wrecks, and oil and gas injury and burn lawsuits.
About Wrongful Death Law
Wrongful death attorneys represent families who have lost loved ones due to the negligence of others. They seek compensation for the devastating loss. Common matters include fatal accidents, medical negligence deaths, workplace fatalities, product liability deaths.
Credentials
Education
1999 West Virginia University College of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1996 West Virginia University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2021 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers 2021 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2020 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers 2020 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers 2019 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
Publications
2008 Steptoe & Johnson IFPAC Newsletter Coverage Issues of Construction General Liability Policies 2001 WV Trial Lawyer's Notebook Actual Innocence: Should a Criminal Defendant Have to Prove His Actual Innocence to Sue His Defense Counsel?
Associations
2001 - Present Harrison County Bar Association 1999 - Present West Virignia Bar Association 2008 - 2012 Big Brothers Big Sisters President
Speaking
2009 WV State Bar Association Litigation Seminar Winning Trial Tactics 2009 Harrison County Bar Association Luncheon Winning Voir Dire 2008 Annual Nurse Anesthetists Convention at the Greenbrier Changes in the Medical Professional Liability Act 2007 Steptoe & Johnson seminar The Open Governmental Proceedings Act 2006 WVCLE Litigating a Car Accident Case
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Updated: Aug 11, 2026