WHO IS AT FAULT IN A BICYCLE ACCIDENT?

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 options for being compensated for your injuries depend upon who is at fault for the accident. California is a shared negligence state. This means you could be partly at fault for the accident. That doesn’t mean you won’t be compensated for your injuries, it just means that you might not be compensated for 100 percent of your damages.

For example, if you are riding at night without a light on your bicycle when you are hit by a motorist, there will be a percentage of fault assessed to you. i.e., you might be 20 percent at fault, so you will collect 80 percent of your damages.

We represent clients who have been injured in a bicycle accident. We know how to deal with the at-fault driver’s insurance company. We know how to value your case. We are ready to see that you have representation in your claim to recover your medical costs, lost wages, and other associated expenses.

Contact us for a free evaluation of your case. We have helped many other clients get compensation for their loss.

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Legal Malpractice

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.

Vehicle Accidents

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:

  • Car Accidents – Fighting for compensation after distracted, drunk, or reckless driving crashes.
  • Motorcycle Accidents – Protecting riders from the unique risks they face on California roads.
  • Truck Accidents – Handling complex claims involving commercial trucks, federal regulations, and catastrophic injuries.
  • Rideshare Accidents – Navigating Uber and Lyft insurance coverage for passengers, pedestrians, and other drivers.
  • Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Claims – Helping victims recover even when the at-fault driver lacks sufficient coverage.

Dangerous Property Conditions

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:

  • Slip and fall accidents
  • Defective stairs, steps, and handrails
  • Electrical and gas fires or explosions
  • Dog Bites

These cases often involve complex building codes and expert testimony, and we have the experience to prove liability and get justice for you.

Wrongful Death

Helping families pursue justice and financial recovery after losing a loved one.

Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBI)

Life-changing head injuries requiring specialized medical and legal expertise.