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The Right to Trial by Jury The right to trial by jury is one of the foundations of American democracy. Yet despite its constitutional protection, the number of civil jury trials has declined dramatically in recent decades. A Right Rooted in History The jury system traces its origins to 12th-century England and became an important […]
When “Billions Recovered” Becomes a Misleading Message Drive down almost any freeway in California and you’ll see it: a billboard the size of a building, a lawyer’s face twenty feet tall, and a number so large it stops being a number and starts being a slogan. BILLIONS RECOVERED. NUMBER ONE IN CALIFORNIA. WE’VE WON MORE
Boating Accident Claims: Navigating Liability and Recovery in Southern California Southern California’s waterways offer endless opportunities for recreation, from Newport Harbor and Huntington Harbor to Dana Point and the open Pacific Ocean. Unfortunately, a day on the water can quickly become tragic when a boat operator, rental company, manufacturer, or vessel owner fails to act
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Dog Ownership and Heart Health: What the Research Reveals The Heart Health Connection For decades, research has pointed to something dog owners have long suspected: life is simply better — and possibly longer — with a dog by your side. Multiple studies show that pet owners, particularly dog owners, tend to have lower blood pressure, reduced
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Why Longevity Is Mostly Written at Birth We’ve all heard the promise: eat clean, exercise daily, avoid bad habits, and you can live well into your 90s—or even hit 100. A new study published in Science delivers a more sobering (and realistic) message: your genes set the ceiling on how long you can live, and lifestyle mostly determines
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The Rising Danger of Nitrous Oxide Misuse Nitrous oxide (N₂O), often called laughing gas, has a long track record of legitimate uses in medicine and industry — but its recreational misuse has become a dangerous public health issue across the United States. Originally intended for dental anesthesia and culinary purposes, nitrous is increasingly inhaled by teens and young
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The Truth Behind Uber’s Anti-Consumer Ballot Initiative In the coming months, when you are outside a grocery store, post office, or DMV, you will see signature gatherers with friendly clipboards asking you to “help car accident victims keep more of their settlement” or “rein in greedy lawyers.” What they’re probably talking about is a new,
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Traut Injury Law Attorneys Honored Among Super Lawyers for 2026 Traut Injury Law is proud to announce that Eric V. Traut, Pamela S. Traut, and Connor Traut have each been recognized by Super Lawyers for 2026 — an honor reserved for only the most respected and accomplished attorneys in their fields. This year’s designations reflect decades of dedication to clients and excellence
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The Whale That Lives for Centuries: A Nature Study Explains Why For over a millennium, Alaska’s Inupiat people have hunted and studied bowhead whales—massive Arctic mammals now believed to live longer than any other species on Earth. Modern science confirms these accounts: by measuring molecular damage in bowhead eyes, ears, and eggs, researchers estimate that
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Why I Have a Lawyer: Trusting the Expert in Your Corner When people think of hiring a personal injury lawyer, many wonder: Do I really need one?The answer is the same as in nearly every area of life—yes, you need an expert. Just as you’d trust a licensed electrician to handle your wiring or a skilled