Business Details
46 Years
experience
Your Trusted Personal Injury Lawyers in Mission Viejo
The Law Offices Of Steven Zwick has dedicated over four decades to advocating for clients in Southern California, specializing in personal injury law. Our firm combines extensive legal expertise with a compassionate approach, ensuring clients receive personalized attention and strategic representation. With a track record of securing over $250 million in settlements and verdicts, we prioritize client needs through a transparent, results-driven process.Our attorneys, including Steven Zwick with over 40 years of experience and James Alquist with nearly 20 years, focus on complex cases such as catastrophic injuries, medical malpractice, and wrongful death. We operate on a contingency fee basis, ensuring accessibility to justice regardless of financial circumstances. Our commitment to integrity and client education has established us as a trusted resource in Orange County and beyond.
Services
Personal Injury
Auto Accidents
Medical Malpractice
Wrongful Death
Premises Liability
Nursing Home Abuse
Bicycle Accidents
Pedestrian Accidents
Motorcycle Accidents
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in personal injury law.
- Our firm operates on a contingency fee basis with no upfront costs.
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's needs.
- Our attorneys have secured over $250 million in client settlements.
- We offer free initial consultations and home/medical facility visits.
Associations and certifications
- Avvo Superb
- Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
What people say
Excellent results
Professional team
Compassionate support
Knowledgeable attorneys
Successful outcomes
Services
Personal Injury
Our firm specializes in representing clients injured due to others' negligence. We handle cases involving auto accidents, slip-and-falls, and catastrophic injuries. With decades of experience, we negotiate with insurance companies and litigate when necessary to secure maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Our contingency fee model ensures access to justice regardless of financial situation.
Wrongful Death
We provide compassionate legal representation for families who have lost loved ones due to negligence or misconduct. Our attorneys handle complex cases involving medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, and fatal accidents. We guide families through the legal process while seeking compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, and emotional distress. Our track record includes multi-million dollar verdicts in wrongful death cases.
Medical Malpractice
Our team represents clients harmed by medical errors including misdiagnosis, surgical mistakes, and medication errors. We work with medical experts to build strong cases against healthcare providers. We handle complex claims involving birth injuries, delayed cancer diagnoses, and hospital negligence. Our goal is to secure compensation for additional medical treatment and long-term care needs.
Premises Liability
We advocate for clients injured on unsafe properties due to hazards like wet floors, inadequate security, or defective conditions. Our firm has secured significant settlements in slip-and-fall cases and premises-related injuries. We investigate property owner responsibilities and prove negligence to recover damages for medical costs and lost income.
Auto Accidents
Our firm handles all types of motor vehicle collision cases including car, truck, motorcycle, and pedestrian accidents. We investigate crash causes, document injuries, and negotiate with insurance companies to secure fair compensation. Our experience includes complex cases involving uninsured motorists and commercial vehicle accidents. We ensure clients receive payment for vehicle repairs, medical treatment, and pain and suffering.
People
Steven Zwick
Founding Attorney
With over 40 years of experience, Steven Zwick combines legal expertise with compassionate client service. He focuses on personal injury cases, emphasizing clear communication and strategic advocacy. His track record includes multi-million dollar verdicts in catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases. He prioritizes client education and personalized legal strategies.
James Alquist
Attorney
James Alquist brings nearly 20 years of legal experience to personal injury cases. He specializes in complex litigation involving auto accidents and medical malpractice. Known for thorough case preparation and aggressive representation, he works closely with clients to understand their unique circumstances while pursuing maximum compensation through settlements or trial.
Questions
What should I do immediately after a personal injury accident?
Seek medical attention, document the scene, collect witness information, and contact our firm before speaking with insurance companies.
How much does it cost to hire your firm?
We work on a contingency fee basis - you pay no fees unless we win your case.
What types of damages can I recover?
Medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, property damage, and future earning capacity losses.
How long do I have to file a claim in California?
Most personal injury claims have a two-year statute of limitations from the injury date.
Can I file a claim if partially at fault?
California's comparative negligence law allows partial recovery even if you share some fault.
Do you handle cases outside Orange County?
We serve clients throughout Southern California with home and hospital visitation available.
