Map of California DMV Offices

Safe driving behavior begins at the Department of Motor Vehicles. Teen drivers are tested by their local DMV before receiving their license, and all drivers must go through the DMV to renew their license or ask other important questions. California has made sure that residents don’t need to travel far to access DMV services. To help make this even easier, we’ve put together an interactive map of the DMV offices throughout California. Click the DMV office near you for its address and phone number.

May 17, 2020 Andy Gillin

Will a Third Westbound Lane Solve Traffic Congestion crossing the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge?

The Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) is making a strong push to add a third westbound lane on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge to alleviate congestion during the morning rush hour. In April, the addition of a third eastbound lane was credited with reducing evening commute times by 20 minutes and helping to reduce spillover backups […]

January 30, 2019 Andy Gillin

What does litigation mean in a personal injury case?

In every case, the anticipated goal is to have the case settle quickly, meaning that each party is able to reach mutually agreeable terms and conditions of an agreement that resolves the legal matter in its entirety without the need for protracted litigation. Where settlement is not possible, you will need to know what litigation […]

October 11, 2017 Andy Gillin

GJEL Legal Dictionary

Below you will find the GJEL Personal Injury Legal Dictionary sorted in alphabetical order. These are common terms you might see used in a personal injury case. [lwptoc title=”List & Definitions of Personal Injury Terms”] 3rd Party Insurance: An agreement to cover a loss resulting from the insured’s liability to a third party, such as […]

April 30, 2015 Andy Gillin

Introduction to Careers in Law

Introduction to Careers in Law There will not be a program in 2023. Building on the success of previous summer programs, GJEL Accident Attorneys will once again be hosting a five-day introduction to law developed to provide participants with a deeper understanding of what it means to be a lawyer. The program is designed for […]

April 19, 2013 Andy Gillin

Beware of the “Fine Print”: Settlement Agreements in FEHA Cases

The Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA, Government Code Section 12940 et seq.) permits claims of sexual harassment, sex discrimination, racial discrimination, retaliation, and other related assertions. When such an action is settled, the tendency of claimant’s counsel may be to view the subsequently prepared written release and settlement agreement, execution of which will almost […]

August 19, 2011 Andy Gillin

GJEL Accident Attorneys Recognize National Bike Safety Month in May

Orinda, CA May 19, 2011 As part of National Bike Safety Month, GJEL Accident Attorneys, a catastrophic injury and wrongful death law firm in the San Francisco Bay area, is reminding cyclists of the importance of practicing bike safety while on the road. “Bicycling has become more than just a sport or family fun; commuters […]

May 24, 2011 Andy Gillin

GJEL Accident Attorneys Reveals Five Worst Road Safety States to Highlight Distracted Driving Awareness Month

GJEL Accident Attorneys Reveals Five Worst Road Safety States to Highlight Distracted Driving Awareness Month Orinda, CA In recognition of April 2011 Distracted Driving Awareness Month, GJEL Accident Attorneys is highlighting the five worst states for road safety, based on teen driver and distracted driving laws, drunk driving penalties and statistics, bicycle safety laws, and […]

May 2, 2011 Andy Gillin

California Motor Caution Calendar

Fresh into the new year, it is common to make resolutions about attitudes or actions you would like to change this time around. These commonly relate to weight loss, financial responsibility, or interactions with family and friends. This year, we’d like to ask you to consider an additional resolution: to be safer on city streets to prevent car accidents. To keep track of dangerous driving days and safety-related events, we’ve created a calendar of motor caution days, complete with days and weekends that are often riddled with car accidents, and holidays and events related to bike and car safety for teens and parents.

January 11, 2011 Andy Gillin

State-By-State Drunk Driving Laws and Driving Fatality Statistics

While there is currently no federal law against drunk driving, it is illegal in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. But each state varies in its enforcement of DUI laws. Some states, for example, automatically suspend the driver’s license after he or she is first convicted for driving under the influence while some require no suspension at all. In addition, some states require ignition interlock devices to prevent drunk driving after the first DUI offense while others never require the breathalyzers. For more state-by-state information on DUI laws and statistics, check out our interactive map.

December 27, 2010 Andy Gillin

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