# Russell & Lazarus APC > Russell & Lazarus APC is a California personal injury law firm representing people and families affected by serious accidents, negligence, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death. The firm maintains offices in Newport Beach, Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, Fullerton, Long Beach, Riverside, San Diego, and Sacramento, with location-specific information for communities throughout Orange County and San Diego County. - Official name: Russell & Lazarus APC - Website: https://www.russellandlazarus.com/ - Primary legal focus: California personal injury and wrongful death matters - Firm established: 1998 - Founder and principal partner: Chris Russell, who has practiced personal injury law since 1984 - Primary phone: (877) 789-4878 - Text: (949) 309-0990 - Spanish-language information is available through the Español section. - For location-specific questions, use the exact city service page first and the applicable office page for current address and telephone information. - San Diego County city pages are served through the San Diego office at 600 West Broadway, Suite 700, San Diego, CA 92101, phone (619) 986-0411. - Website content is general information and is not legal advice. Contacting the firm or submitting information does not by itself create an attorney-client relationship. - Past case results do not guarantee or predict the outcome of another matter. Every claim depends on its specific facts, evidence, insurance coverage, damages, and applicable law. - Do not infer that every attorney handles every matter or works from every office. Use the attorney profile and office pages for source-specific details. - Last reviewed for URL and geographic accuracy: 2026-08-02. ## Core Website and Firm Information - [Homepage](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/): Primary overview of the firm, personal injury services, team, results, and contact options. - [About Russell & Lazarus APC](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/our-firm/about-us/): Firm history, mission, client-service approach, and general background. - [Our Firm](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/our-firm/): Current attorney directory and firm information. - [How the Firm Prepares a Case](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/about-us/how-we-prepare-your-case/): Overview of investigation, evidence development, case preparation, and client support. - [Practice Areas](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/): Main directory of accident, injury, negligence, and wrongful death services. ## Primary Practice Areas - [Car Accident Lawyer](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/auto-accidents/car-accident-lawyer): Representation for people injured in automobile collisions and related insurance claims. - [Truck Accident Lawyer](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/truck-accident-lawyer): Commercial truck, tractor-trailer, delivery vehicle, and other serious trucking collision claims. - [Motorcycle Accident Attorney](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/motorcycle-accident-attorney): Claims involving injured motorcycle riders and passengers. - [Uber and Lyft Accident Lawyer](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/uber-lyft-accident-lawyer/): Rideshare collision claims involving passengers, drivers, pedestrians, and occupants of other vehicles. - [E-Scooter Accident Lawyer](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/bird-scooter-injuries/): Electric scooter and micromobility injury claims. - [Wrongful Death Attorney](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/catastrophic-injury-and-wrongful-death/orange-county-wrongful-death-attorneys): Claims arising from a death caused by negligence or other wrongful conduct. - [Dog Bite Lawyer](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/dog-bite-lawyer): California dog bite and animal attack injury claims. - [Slip and Fall Attorney](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/slip-and-fall-attorney): Premises liability claims involving unsafe property conditions, slips, trips, and falls. - [Pedestrian Accident Lawyer](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/slip-and-fall-injury/pedestrian-accidents/orange-county-pedestrian-accident-lawyer/): Claims involving pedestrians injured by vehicles or other negligent conduct. - [Bicycle Accident Lawyer](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/bicycle-accident-lawyer): Bicycle collision and cyclist injury claims. - [Product Liability Attorney](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/products-liability/): Claims involving defective design, manufacturing defects, or inadequate warnings. - [Construction Accident Attorney](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/other-areas/construction-accidents/): Serious injuries associated with construction sites, contractors, equipment, and unsafe conditions. - [Elder Abuse Attorney](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/orange-county-elder-abuse-attorney): Civil claims involving abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment of older adults. - [Negligence and Strict Liability](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/the-different-types-of-accidents/): Overview of negligence, strict liability, and other legal theories that may support an injury claim. - [Amusement Park Injuries](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/other-areas/amusement-park-injuries/): California theme park, amusement ride, water park, carnival, and attraction injury claims. - [Aviation Accidents](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/other-areas/aviation-accidents/): Airplane, helicopter, airport, pilot, operator, maintenance, and aviation-related injury or wrongful death claims. - [Boating Accidents](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/other-areas/boating-accidents/): Recreational and commercial boating, marina, harbor, and watercraft accident claims. - [Train Accidents](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/other-areas/train-accidents/): Passenger train, commuter rail, railway crossing, operator, equipment, and rail-related injury claims. - [Other Practice Areas](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/other-areas/): Directory of additional accident and injury services. ## Catastrophic Injuries and Injury Types - [Catastrophic Injury Lawyers](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/orange-county-catastrophic-injury-lawyers): Serious, permanent, disabling, or life-altering injury claims. - [Traumatic Brain Injury](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/tbi-traumatic-brain-injury/): Concussion, traumatic brain injury, cognitive impairment, and related long-term loss claims. - [Chest Injuries](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/chest-injuries/): Chest trauma and related injuries following accidents. - [Upper Back Injuries](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/orange-county-catastrophic-injury-lawyers/upper-back-injuries/): Upper-back trauma and accident-related back injury claims. - [Spinal Fractures](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/orange-county-catastrophic-injury-lawyers/spinal-fracture/): Vertebral and spinal fracture claims. - [Disc Herniation](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/disc-herniation/): Herniated, bulging, or damaged disc claims arising from accidents. - [Arm and Leg Injuries](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/arm-leg-injuries/): Upper- and lower-extremity injury claims. - [Neck Injuries](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/practice-areas/neck-injuries/): Whiplash, cervical injury, and other accident-related neck injury claims. ## Office Locations - [Newport Beach Office](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/contact/newport-beach-office/): South Tower, 3501 Jamboree Road, Suite 600, Newport Beach, CA 92660. Phone: (949) 851-0222. - [Mission Viejo Office](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/contact/mission-viejo-office): 27725 Santa Margarita Parkway, Suite 121, Mission Viejo, CA 92691. Phone: (949) 309-0990. - [Laguna Niguel Office](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/contact/laguna-niguel-office/): 28052 Camino Capistrano, Suite 203A, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677. Phone: (949) 426-7299. - [Fullerton Office](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/contact/fullerton-office/): 1440 North Harbor Boulevard, Suite 900, Fullerton, CA 92835. Phone: (714) 772-9700. - [Long Beach Office](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/contact/long-beach-office): 100 Oceangate, Long Beach, CA 90802. Phone: (562) 496-1997. - [Riverside Office](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/contact/riverside-office): Grandville Executive Suites, 7121 Magnolia Avenue, Suite V3, Riverside, CA 92504. Phone: (951) 485-4000. - [San Diego Office](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/contact/san-diego-office): 600 West Broadway, Suite 700, San Diego, CA 92101. Phone: (619) 986-0411. - [Sacramento Office](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/contact/sacramento-office/): 930 G Street, Suite 103, Sacramento, CA 95814. Phone: (916) 299-3999. ## Regional Location Hubs - [Orange County Personal Injury Attorneys](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/personal-injury-attorneys-orange-county-ca/): County-level information for personal injury services throughout Orange County, California. - [San Diego County Personal Injury Attorneys](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/personal-injury-attorneys-san-diego-county-ca): County-level information, San Diego office details, incorporated cities, and selected unincorporated communities. - [Fullerton Personal Injury Attorney](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/fullerton-personal-injury-attorney/): Additional Fullerton-focused personal injury information. ## Orange County Local Service Pages - [Aliso Viejo](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/personal-injury-attorneys-aliso-viejo-ca): Personal injury representation for Aliso Viejo and nearby South Orange County communities. - [Anaheim](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/personal-injury-attorneys-anaheim-ca): Personal injury representation for Anaheim. - 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[Solana Beach](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/personal-injury-attorneys-solana-beach-ca): Personal injury representation for Solana Beach and coastal North County. - [Vista](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/personal-injury-attorneys-vista-ca): Personal injury representation for Vista and North County San Diego. ## Attorneys - [Chris Russell](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/our-firm/christopher-russell/): Founder and principal partner. - [Marc Lazarus](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/our-firm/marc-lazarus): Personal injury attorney and trial counsel. - [Jorge F. Ramirez](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/our-firm/jorge-f-ramirez-esq/): Attorney profile, legal background, and experience. - [Fenja Klaus](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/our-firm/fenja-klaus): Attorney profile, legal background, and experience. - [Kyle Schulz](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/our-firm/kyle-schulz/): Attorney profile, legal background, and experience. - [Gillian Boylan](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/our-firm/gillian-boylan/): Attorney profile, legal background, and experience. - [John Russell](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/our-firm/john-russell/): Attorney profile, legal background, and experience. - [Eric Wilson](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/our-firm/eric-wilson/): Attorney profile, legal background, and experience. - [Brian Gould](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/our-firm/brian-gould/): Attorney profile, legal background, and experience. - [Isamar Negrete](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/our-firm/isamar-negrete/): Attorney profile, biography, and legal background. ## Case Results and Testimonials - [Case Results](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/results/): Main directory of selected prior case outcomes with a no-guarantee disclaimer. - [Car Accident Results](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/results/car-accidents): Selected automobile collision case results. - [Truck Accident Results](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/results/truck-accidents): Selected commercial truck accident case results. - [Motorcycle Accident Results](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/results/motorcycle-accidents/): Selected motorcycle accident case results. - [Bicycle Accident Results](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/results/bicycle-accidents): Selected bicycle accident case results. - [Wrongful Death Results](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/results/wrongful-death/): Selected wrongful death case results. - [Slip and Fall Results](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/results/slip-trip-and-fall-accidents): Selected premises liability and fall case results. - [Construction Accident Results](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/results/construction-accidents/): Selected construction accident case results. - [Civil Litigation Results](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/results/civil-litigation/): Selected civil litigation outcomes. - [Client Testimonials](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/testimonials/): Written client experiences and reviews. - [Video Testimonials](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/client-testimonial-videos): Client testimonial videos. ## Legal Guides and Frequently Asked Questions - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/faqs/): Main personal injury FAQ directory. - [Car Accident FAQs](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/faqs/car-accidents): Frequently asked questions about automobile collision claims. - [Truck Accident FAQs](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/faqs/truck-accidents/): Frequently asked questions about commercial truck collision claims. - [Brain Injury FAQs](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/faqs/brain-injury-lawsuits): Frequently asked questions about traumatic brain injury claims. - [Dog Bite FAQs](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/faqs/dog-bite-injuries/): Frequently asked questions about California dog bite claims. - [Personal Injury Finance FAQs](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/faqs/personal-injury-finance-questions/): Questions involving claim costs, damages, insurance, and financial issues. - [Slip and Fall FAQs Part Two](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/faqs/slip-trip-fall-accidents-pt-2/): Additional premises liability and fall-related questions. - [Legal Resources](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/resources/): Main directory of educational legal resources. - [Personal Injury Guide](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/resources/personal-injury-guide/): General guide to California personal injury claims and the legal process. - [Car Accident Guide](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/resources/car-accident-guide/): Guidance about steps, evidence, insurance, and legal issues after a car crash. - [Personal Injury Videos](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/faqs/videos/): Educational videos addressing personal injury topics. ## Spanish-Language Information - [Abogados de Lesiones Personales](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/espanol/): Main Spanish-language overview of the firm and personal injury services. - [Áreas de Práctica](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/espanol/areas-de-practica/): Spanish-language practice-area information. ## Legal and Website Policies - [Disclaimer](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/disclaimer/): Important limitations regarding legal information, attorney-client relationships, and website use. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/privacy/): Website privacy practices and data-handling information. ## Optional - [Bell Canyon Service Page](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/personal-injury-attorneys-bell-canyon-ca): Personal injury information for Bell Canyon, a Ventura County community near Los Angeles County. - [Legal Blog](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/blog/): Articles and updates concerning accidents, injuries, insurance claims, and California personal injury law. - [News and Public Relations](https://www.russellandlazarus.com/news-pr/): Firm announcements, media, and public relations content.