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Original articles from GJEL Accident Attorneys, shown with their original publication dates.
March 15, 2025
GJEL Accident Attorneys represented the estate of an elderly plaintiff who was injured when the vehicle of her medical transport service was involved in a car accident in Oakland, California. The plaintiff, who relied on the medical transport service for essential transportation, was a passenger in
March 14, 2025
GJEL Accident Attorneys represented a pregnant woman who was rear-ended in a car accident in Contra Costa County. She was stopped at a red light, and as traffic began to move, she was struck from behind by a flatbed truck.
March 14, 2025
GJEL Accident Attorneys successfully secured a $100,000 settlement for a client involved in a car accident. The settlement was obtained from CSAA, the insurance provider for the driver of the Lexus SUV that collided with our client. This case is an important reminder of the value of seeking legal re
March 14, 2025
Our 63-year-old client, a self-employed plumber and part-time musician, sustained serious injuries and significant financial losses due to the negligence of a Caltrans highway worker who lacked proper supervision and training.
March 14, 2025
Our client, an RN, was traveling from the hospital to their home with her husband, who was also an RN. While northbound on Highway 101 near the Vermont Street off-ramp in San Francisco, their Toyota Matrix slowed for traffic and was rear-ended by a Mercedes sedan. The low-impact collision resulted i
March 14, 2025
Our client, a supervisor at the VA hospital and graduate student at SF State University, was riding his BMW R1200 GSA motorcycle on Skyline Boulevard in San Francisco. As he entered the intersection with Harding Road, he was struck by a Lexus sedan making a left turn from the side street. The impact
March 14, 2025
On February 27, 2016, at 11:47 a.m., our client was walking southbound on the east sidewalk of Lakeshore Avenue in Oakland, California. While proceeding in her motorized wheelchair, she was struck by a vehicle.
March 14, 2025
On August 11, 2015, at 4:40 p.m., our client rode his 2007 Yamaha R6 motorcycle eastbound on Interstate 580, approximately 0.6 miles west of Hacienda Drive. While adhering to traffic laws, he was struck by a negligent driver, resulting in serious injuries, lost wages, and substantial medical expense
March 13, 2025
On August 5, 2017, at 11:36 a.m., our client traveled westbound on First Street in Santa Clara. He was operating his motorcycle in compliance with all traffic laws when a driver in a Mercedes E-350 made a left turn directly in front of him, resulting in a severe collision. This accident caused signi
March 13, 2025
On July 20, 2013, at 11:52 a.m., our client was involved in a serious bicycle accident on Balfour Road, 168 feet west of Logan Way in Brentwood, California. He was riding his Schwinn bicycle eastbound, against traffic flow, violating California Vehicle Code Section 21650.1. Simultaneously, the drive
March 13, 2025
On April 28, 2016, at 6:22 p.m., our client drove eastbound on Highway 24 towards State Route 13 southbound, approximately 3,300 feet east of Broadway in Oakland, California. Another vehicle struck her from behind while operating her 2014 Lexus RL350 in compliance with traffic laws. This collision r
March 13, 2025
On July 23, 2017, our client was a passenger in a friend's 2013 Honda Accord traveling on Overhill Road in Orinda, CA. The vehicle's driver lost control, veering off the road and colliding with a concrete pillar before overturning; thus, it was a single-vehicle crash. This incident resulted in our c
March 13, 2025
On April 7, 2019, at 4:50 p.m., our client met a motorcycle accident while riding his 2004 Harley Fatboy motorcycle southbound on State Route 152 at its intersection with Watsonville Road in unincorporated Santa Clara County. While adhering to all traffic laws, he was struck by a negligent driver, r
March 12, 2025
Castro Valley, CA – On the morning of October 27, 2022, a cyclist's routine ride on SR-185 near 166th Avenue became a harrowing ordeal. At 8:03 a.m., while diligently following traffic laws on her Rad Power Bike, she was struck by a negligent driver operating a 2017 Dodge Journey, resulting in sever
March 12, 2025
Stockton, CA – On a seemingly ordinary morning, August 11, 2022, a motorcyclist's commute was abruptly interrupted at the intersection of Alpine Avenue and Sutter Street in Stockton. At 8:02 a.m., while riding his 2014 Harley Davidson, he was struck by a negligent driver operating a 2016 Toyota High
March 12, 2025
Sacramento, CA – On a seemingly ordinary morning, July 16, 2019, life was irrevocably altered on Interstate 5, just north of Laguna Blvd. A woman, driving responsibly, became the victim of a devastating collision when a semi-truck, operated by a negligent driver, veered into her lane. The 6:57 a.m.
March 8, 2025
A two-vehicle collision occurred on the West Side Freeway in Stanislaus County on Wednesday morning, March 6, 2024, near the Westley Safety Rest Area in Vernalis, resulting in at least one person suffering a significant injury.
March 3, 2025
A fatal collision at the intersection of Sycamore Valley Road and Camino Ramon in Danville has resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries. This incident highlights the devastating consequences of serious vehicle collisions and raises essential questions about traffic safety in the area. Let's ex
March 2, 2025
A weekend RV crash accident in Yuba County left four individuals injured, including two children, highlighting the potential dangers of recreational vehicle travel. The incident, near the intersection of Hammonton Smartsville Road and Dantoni Road in Linda, California, prompted road closures and req
February 24, 2025
A devastating collision on Interstate 280 has left one person dead and raised important questions about highway safety in Santa Clara County. The incident, which occurred on February 21st, 2025, involved multiple vehicles and resulted in significant traffic disruptions along one of the Bay Area's ma
February 20, 2025
A two-vehicle fatal cow-related crash involving a cow on Highway 70 north of Oroville led to moderate injuries for three people on Tuesday evening. The incident, which occurred near Coal Canyon Road, required rapid response from emergency personnel when one vehicle caught fire.
January 28, 2025
In a tragic crash incident that occurred Monday morning, January 27, 2025, a fatal collision between two vehicles on Grayson Road at Taylor Boulevard in Pleasant Hill resulted in one death and left another person injured. As experienced accident attorneys serving the Pleasant Hill community, we're c
January 16, 2025
A devastating multi-vehicle collision on Highway 36 in Lassen County has resulted in one fatality and left a young girl fighting for her life, highlighting the tragic consequences of driving under the influence. The incident, which occurred during the morning commute on January 14, 2025, involved fi
January 12, 2025
In a tragic incident that occurred early Saturday morning in Roseville, California, a suspected DUI-related crash resulted in the death of a nine-year-old girl, underscoring the devastating consequences of impaired driving. The collision, which took place on Highway 80 near Riverside Avenue, involve
January 10, 2025
In a tragic incident during the early morning hours of Wednesday, January 8, 2025, a devastating head-on collision on State Route 4 near Tracy resulted in one fatality and left another person with severe injuries. The crash, which involved an intoxicated driver, occurred just west of Tracy Boulevard
January 7, 2025
In a tragic start to the new year, San Jose recorded its pedestrian fatality of 2025 when a pedestrian was struck and killed while crossing Berryessa Road on Monday night. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about pedestrian safety in one of Northern California's busiest metropolitan areas.
January 2, 2025
Tragedy struck in San Joaquin County when a pedestrian accident claimed the life of one woman and left another injured. The incident occurred on Mettler Road, west of Ham Lane, serving as a sobering reminder of the importance of pedestrian safety and driver awareness on local roads.
December 26, 2024
A tragic single-vehicle accident in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park resulted in one fatality on Christmas Day when a vehicle crashed and burst into flames. The incident highlights the importance of traffic safety in one of the city's most frequented public spaces.
December 18, 2024
A significant off-ramp collision at the Interstate 280 South and McLaughlin Avenue off-ramp in San Jose has highlighted the unique dangers of highway exit ramp intersections. The incident, which occurred during peak evening traffic hours, reminds us of the importance of vigilance at these high-risk
December 3, 2024
In a tragic incident that occurred in the early hours of Monday, December 2, 2024, a fatal collision involving multiple vehicles on Interstate 5 resulted in the death of a 24-year-old man and left several others injured. The accident underscores the critical importance of commercial vehicle safety a