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How to Get an Accident Report in San Jose

As a personal injury attorney with decades of experience, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial a traffic collision report can be in the aftermath of a car accident. If you’ve been involved in a crash in San Jose, obtaining this report is often a critical step in your journey toward justice and compensation. Let me walk […]

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Lost Wage Calculator

Use our lost wage calculator below to estimate your potential lost wage recovery after a personal injury settlement. Please note that this calculator is for illustrative purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Injury Lost Wage Calculator Annual Salary ($): Current Age: Date of Injury: Are you still physically capable of performing your old […]

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How Do I Afford to Pay My Air Ambulance Bill?

If you’re facing an overwhelming air ambulance bill after a serious injury, you’re not alone. At GJEL Accident Attorneys, we understand the stress and financial burden this situation can create. We’ve successfully reduced many air ambulance bills and helped numerous victims get compensation for accidents that weren’t their fault. Our experienced team is here to […]

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State Driving Laws: Recent Changes & Official Resources

This article provides a comprehensive overview of recent changes to driving laws in each US state. Learn about new regulations regarding mobile phone use, move-over laws, autonomous vehicles, and more. Access direct links to official state driver’s manuals to ensure you’re up-to-date on the rules of the road nationwide. A Los Angeles carpool lane (Source: […]

How long does it take to get money from a personal injury settlement?

CA Personal Injury Settlement: Waiting for Your Check (GJEL Accident Attorneys) Read the full article for a California personal injury attorney’s in-depth explanation of the typical timeframe for receiving your settlement check after a personal injury case. Learn how GJEL Accident Attorneys prioritizes efficient communication and keeps you informed throughout the process. After the case […]

Best Personal Injury Law Firms in The Bay Area

At GJEL Accident Attorneys we’ve been serving the California community for over 40 years. During that time we’ve had the opportunity to work with some incredible law firms in the bay area. It’s one of the reasons we’ve consistently been recognized as top rated personal injury lawyers by organizations such as Best Lawyers, Newsweek, & […]

Where to File Insurance Complaints in 2024

Every day, GJEL attorneys assist clients and prospective clients with their insurance claims regarding car accidents and other personal injury cases. In over 30 years of practicing personal injury law, we’ve seen just about every “trick in the book” from insurance companies, including asking people unfair or manipulative questions during a recorded conversation, requesting medical records that infringe on people’s privacy, and biased examinations by company doctors.

If you think your insurance company–or the insurance company of the person who injured you–may be using deceptive, fraudulent, or manipulative tactics against you or a loved one, we encourage you to file a complaint with the Insurance Department of your home state.

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Car Safety Technology: Devices to Prevent Accidents

Slowly but surely, technology has become an unavoidable part of our day. But fidgeting with cell phones and other technological devices while driving is enormously dangerous, contributing to more than 500,000 injuries and 6,000 deaths last year alone, according to the .National Highway Traffic Administration. With that in mind, we have compiled a list of devices that will help avoid the temptation to text, email, or dial friends while on the road. These devices can help make yourself and your teenager tech gurus, but more importantly, a safer drivers.

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Social Media and Your Personal Injury Case: Tips & What You Need to Know

Everything that’s posted on social media is considered public, and even the most well meaning remarks about a personal injury claim could potentially be used against a plaintiff by the defense. For this reason, we’ve assembled the following social media guidelines for personal injury plaintiffs currently involved in litigation.

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