A man in his 70s was killed in a collision near El Toro Road. Although police arrested a 22-year-old driver, the criminal case may be only one part of the family’s path
Bottles were reportedly thrown into a festival crowd, injuring nine bystanders. Determining who may be legally responsible requires looking beyond the actions of the people who started the dispute. At 1:40 on
A 38-year-old man was killed while crossing Harbor Boulevard. For his family, the police investigation may be only the beginning. At approximately 7:50 p.m. on Friday, calls began reaching the Santa Ana
A recent fatal crash on Interstate 5 serves as a tragic reminder of how quickly an ordinary drive can turn into a life-changing event. According to reports, a vehicle left the roadway
Some legal questions do not begin in a courtroom. They begin in ordinary places. A park.A child playing outside.A dog owner who may not have control of the animals in their care.A
A tragic six-vehicle crash in Newport Beach has left one man dead after a vehicle reportedly sped through a busy intersection, according to local authorities. Police say the collision occurred when one
An Orange County animal shelter is coming under flak after an incident where a former volunteer was viciously mauled by one of the dogs there. The attack lasted for roughly seven minutes,
Sept 7 2025 NORWALK, CA — Authorities are investigating after an 86-year-old man died from injuries sustained in a dog attack while out for a walk in Norwalk. The incident occurred around
As you are probably aware by now, California increased the liability limits and property damage required on January 1, 2025 from $15,000/$30,000/$5,000 to $30,000 for one person in an accident/$60,000 for multiple
A tragic plane crash early Thursday morning in a San Diego neighborhood has left at least two people dead and eight others injured. The Cessna 550 aircraft went down around 3:45 a.m.
Our law firm recognizes that bicyclists who are injured by cars and trucks through no fault of their own often experience serious injuries that require expensive medical treatments and other therapies. Your
Large chain stores are legally responsible for maintaining a safe environment for their patrons. This is known as “premises liability.” It applies throughout the United States. When a store fails to uphold
Now that colleges are back in session and students are pledging sororities and fraternities, parents (and students) need to be aware of the dangers of hazing. But also be alert that hazing
In California, an injured person has two years from the day of the motor vehicle accident to file a personal injury claim. The same two-year statute applies in a wrongful death matter
Contingency fees offer personal injury clients a valuable advantage. They enable anyone who suffers an injury to bring a lawsuit without having the money up-front to pay an attorney. With contingency fees,
When driving, most Californians seek to avoid accidents and choose to drive safely. Simple steps, such as obeying all speed limits and signs, always using turn signals and checking the car’s mirrors
In terms of quality higher education, California is tough to beat. California is home to some of the best colleges and universities. Some college students, however, do not always make the safest
Comedian James McNair’s family has settled with Walmart following McNair’s death in a car crash with a Walmart truck. Tracy Morgan, who was also in the car crash and sustained traumatic brain
A former school bus driver is facing criminal charges for allegedly not disclosing a medical condition that made him prone to seizures and blacking out, after his medical condition resulted in a
If you have been following this blog, you already known that driving under the influence is unfortunately one of the most common causes of car accidents, injuries and death on the road in
Accidents increase over the holidays for numerous reasons. Because of the heavy focus on shopping, more people are on the road at times when they ordinarily wouldn’t. This means there are added
A driver who failed to stop at a light in Hawthorne caused a two-car crash, sending one car crashing into a fire hydrant and causing the intersection to flood with rapid streams
Just after 2 A.M. on February 7th, 2020, Firefighters rushed to the scene at the Venice Hotel in the Mid-City Los Angeles area and found both floors of the Hotel in flames.
If you have been living in Southern California for a while, you may have noticed a significant drop in gas prices in the past months. Indeed, gas stations around greater Los Angeles
You may recall last spring an article on this blog about a fire truck that collided with another fire engine, causing the fire engine to careen into a restaurant in Monterey Park.
In a matter of seconds, your life could change in unimaginable ways on the road. Just a split second of negligence or recklessness on the road could result in an accident that
According to the National Floor Safety Institute, over 8 million people frequent the emergency room each year due to fall-related injuries. And statistics released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics report that
On Friday, September 21st, an 18-year-old employee was killed in a workplace accident at Aardvark Clay and Supplies. it happened at 11:15 pm according to OFCA. The worker was trapped in heavy
On the evening of September 26 between the hours of 8pm and 9pm, a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle in Garden Grove, California. First responders arrived on the scene shortly after
Early Thursday morning, September 27th, freeway lanes were closed on the I-5 Santa Ana Freeway, at 17th, as a result of a motorcycle crash. As of 6:45 am southbound traffic was backed
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.
