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Thomas P. Gmelich is a distinguished attorney based in Glendale, CA, with a robust legal background that spans over three decades. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Berkeley in 1989, achieving Dean’s List Honors, and later obtained his Juris Doctor from Loyola Law School in 1993. Mr. Gmelich began his career at a prominent Los Angeles plaintiff’s firm, where he honed his skills in personal injury litigation, including complex cases involving toxic torts and chemical exposure. Prior to founding his own practice, Mr. Gmelich gained invaluable experience at a civil defense firm, specializing in a diverse range of areas, including general civil liability, personal and commercial auto matters, private security litigation, recreational sports injuries, insurance fraud, complex business disputes, construction defects, and maritime loss claims. He has successfully defended a wide array of clients, from fitness clubs and construction trades to product manufacturers and transportation companies. Mr. Gmelich is particularly noted for his expertise in litigating insurance fraud claims and has adeptly handled “whistleblower” actions under California’s Insurance Code for various insurance carriers. His commitment to the sports and recreation industry is evident through his active engagement with the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA) and the California Clubs of Distinction (CCD), where he provides valuable insights on liability and employment issues. An accomplished writer, Mr. Gmelich contributes legal articles to respected publications such as IHRSA’s Club Business International and the American College of Sports Medicine’s Health & Fitness Journal. He is also the editor of the firm’s newsletters, including the Sports & Recreation Legal Update and the Premises Liability & Private Security Legal Update, which serve to educate industry stakeholders on critical legal developments. Recognized as a Southern California Super Lawyer five times, Mr. Gmelich is an esteemed member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, the Association of Southern California Defense Counsel, and both the United States District Court and the United States Court of Appeals. With his extensive knowledge and dedication to client service, Thomas P. Gmelich remains a leading figure in Business Litigation, Employment Law, Healthcare, Insurance, Personal Injury, and Transportation law.

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