Originally Posted by rmfnla

I think you misunderstand.

First, remember that we are turning left here. I am in front of everyone between the left turn and straight lanes; when the light changes I make the left alongside the car next to me that is also turning left. At no time am I in front of anyone.

Second, the OP mentioned cars that "freeze" because they don't 'get" what he is doing, even with a signal. My point is after they see my turn perhaps they will figure it out, but by that time I am long gone.

FWIW, I've been doing this for over 40 years, about 1500 commuter miles last year alone (in L.A.!) with no problems.

Safe, proactive and defensive, every time...