Apple Valley Employment Attorneys
Our seasoned employment lawyers are prepared to enforce and protect the rights of Apple Valley residents.
About Apple Valley
The town of Apple Valley is located in San Bernardino County. Apple Valley covers three square miles. It is home to roughly 75,000 residents. Apple Valley lies within zip code 92307 and 92308. Apple Valley, while officially becoming a town in 1988, boasts a rich history dating back much further. The region was once home to Serrano Indian camps along the Mojave River, even before the arrival of Father Francisco Garces in 1776, who established Spanish missions in California. In the late 1800s, the Paiute Indians also migrated to the area. The Mojave River Trail served as a route for trappers, gold prospectors, pack mules, and Mormon wagon trains, with over 13,000 people passing through between 1849 and 1859. In 1860, the first cabin was built by Silas Cox, and a road was cut the following year. The origins of Apple Valley’s name have several stories. Some attribute it to the abundance of apple orchards in the 1920s. Others claim it came from The Appleton Land Company operating in the early 1900s. Ursula Poates, one of the early settlers, reportedly quipped, “There were some apples being raised along the river in those early days, but not by the ton, so I just cut it down and called it Apple Valley!” By 1920, there were award-winning orchards producing tons of apples. Unfortunately, the orchards dwindled in the 1930s due to the Great Depression and the cost of irrigation. With its pleasant climate and ample land, various types of ranches thrived in the area. The dry desert air was marketed as a remedy for ailments, including tuberculosis and asthma. Some ranches provided solace for shell-shock victims of World War I, while others evolved into guest ranches. People flocked to Apple Valley to experience the Western lifestyle, enjoying activities like horseback riding and attending rodeos while escaping the hustle and bustle of the city. The modern founders of Apple Valley, Newton T. Bass and B.J. “Bud” Westlund, were partners in the oil and gas industry in Long Beach, CA. In 1946, they established the Apple Valley Ranchos Land Co. and promoted the area as both a destination resort and a quality residential community known as “The Golden Land of Apple Valley.” They built the Apple Valley Inn and Hilltop House and invited Hollywood celebrities to visit. Within a decade, Apple Valley had banks, churches, a school, a golf course, a hospital, and 180 businesses.
How Apple Valley Residents Can Find the Best Employment Lawyer
There are many ways that Apple Valley residents can look for an attorney. One option is to ask friends and family. Another option is to search online for “wrongful termination attorney Apple Valley.” Another option still is to call a billboard lawyer. Regardless of the approach you take, the most important thing to do is confirm that the potential attorney has the experience, talent, and track record to deliver best results. With offices in Los Angeles, Bakersfield, Oxnard, Temecula, Rancho Cucamonga, Costa Mesa, Culver City, and San Diego the Akopyan Law Firm A.P.C. is just minutes away from Apple Valley. Our employment lawyers stand ready to provide world-class services and top-notch representation to the residents of Apple Valley.
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