Car accidents can change lives in an instant, leaving victims with serious injuries, emotional distress, and overwhelming financial burdens. At Traut Firm, our Orange County car accident lawyers fight for your rights and secure the compensation you deserve. Whether your crash was minor or catastrophic, we bring decades of courtroom experience, certified trial expertise, and a proven record of success to every case.
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At Traut Firm, we’re more than just trial lawyers; we’re a family-founded practice that treats every case as if it were our most important. With James R. Traut, a Certified Civil Trial Specialist (a distinction held by fewer than 1% of attorneys nationwide) and his daughter Taylor Traut, you’ll have experience on your side.
We know how deeply a car accident can affect not just the injured person but the entire family. That’s why we bring together legal expertise, medical professionals, accident reconstruction experts, and financial specialists to build the strongest possible case. Our mission is simple: to fight with integrity, care, and relentless advocacy so you can focus on healing.
After an accident, insurance companies move quickly to protect their bottom line. Without representation, your claim can be undervalued or denied. At Traut Firm, we:
Analyzing police reports, witness statements, photos, video footage, and accident scene evidence.
Including medical records, black box data, and expert reconstruction reports.
From doctors to engineers, strengthening your case with credible testimony.
Pushing back against lowball offers and fighting for justice.
Protecting your claim under California’s strict statutes.
Presenting compelling arguments and challenging defense tactics before a jury.
Helping you document symptoms, seek treatment, and focus on healing while we handle the rest.
Car accident victims often suffer injuries that range from mild to life-altering, such as:
Even if symptoms aren’t immediate, follow these steps to protect both your health and your case:
When dealing with a car accident, having the right legal representation makes all the difference. At Traut Firm, we’re dedicated to helping accident victims in Santa Ana and across Orange County secure justice and fair compensation.
California law requires minimum coverage:
$30,000 – Bodily injury/death of one person
$60,000 – Bodily injury/death of multiple people
$15,000 – Property damage
For better protection, carry Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage equal to your liability limits. This ensures coverage even if the other driver is uninsured.
If you’ve been injured in an accident, harmed by unsafe property conditions, or wronged by a negligent attorney, don’t wait to protect your rights. Evidence disappears quickly, and strict time limits apply to every case.
Call Us Today for a Free Consultation (714) 835-7000.
Not every lawyer delivers the representation clients deserve. When attorneys fail to meet deadlines, provide inadequate advice, mishandle cases, or create conflicts of interest, the consequences can be severe. At Traut Firm, we are among the few firms in Orange County that specialize in legal malpractice litigation. We hold negligent lawyers accountable, helping clients recover damages for the harm caused.
From busy freeways to local streets, Orange County sees thousands of serious collisions each year. Our attorneys represent victims of all types of motor vehicle accidents, including:
Property owners are legally obligated to maintain a safe environment on their premises. When they fail, people get hurt. Our premises liability attorneys represent victims injured by hazards such as:
These cases often involve complex building codes and expert testimony, and we have the experience to prove liability and get justice for you.
Helping families pursue justice and financial recovery after losing a loved one.
Life-changing head injuries requiring specialized medical and legal expertise.
