California teen driving laws can be a bit confusing, but parents and teens alike need to know these laws and abide by them to avoid points on their license. Unfortunately, there are often news stories about teens involved in car accidents, causing car accidents, or making mistakes that could have resulted in significant loss. Understanding
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Understanding California Teen Driving Laws
May 1, 2023 By Leave a Comment
Appel Law Firm Recognized on Nextdoor as “Neighborhood Favorite”
December 9, 2021 By Leave a Comment
Appel Law Firm LLP is pleased to announce that we have been chosen as a “Neighborhood Favorite” by Nextdoor for 2021. This award is given to businesses in the community based on votes by the people whose opinion matters most: our neighbors. The Neighborhood Favorite award is the only business awards program that is based
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How to Get an Accident Report in Walnut Creek
May 27, 2021 By Leave a Comment
After a car accident, your first instinct may not be to call the police – particularly if it was just a minor collision. While calling law enforcement may not seem necessary, an official report from a government agency can be incredibly helpful if you pursue a claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance company. It can
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Timeline for a California Personal Injury Lawsuit
May 10, 2021 By Leave a Comment
Each year, millions of Americans are hurt in accidents. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), accidents account for 39.5 million trips to the doctor’s office each year, and an additional 24.5 million visits to the emergency room. Although accidents are fairly common, when it happens to you, it can
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2020 Appel Law Firm Scholarship Winner
November 3, 2020 By Leave a Comment
Each year, Appel Law Firm LLP awards an Auto Accident Law Firm Survivor Scholarship to college and graduate students who are survivors of motor vehicle accidents. The winner of this year’s scholarship, Cecilia Le, overcame serious injuries after a bicycle accident and is currently enrolled in law school at the University of Oregon School of
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Gregory and Elinora Intersection Project
September 2, 2020 By Leave a Comment
Residents of Pleasant Hill have long been wary of the intersection of Gregory Lane and Elinora Drive. This location has been the site of far too many close calls and accidents. Based on recent data obtained from the city of Pleasant Hill, these crashes largely occur when drivers make left turns, either from Elinora Drive
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Appel Law Firm Celebrates 25th Anniversary
August 28, 2020 By Leave a Comment
This month, Appel Law Firm LLP celebrates its 25th anniversary. This remarkable milestone would not have been possible without the trust, support, and loyalty of our clients, friends, and colleagues. Our success over the past quarter-century can be attributed to providing the highest quality legal services and obtaining the best possible results for our clients.
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CA Governor’s Workers COVID-19 Compensation Order
May 21, 2020 By Leave a Comment
If you are injured or develop an illness related to your work, you are entitled to receive certain benefits. That is the point of California’s workers’ compensation system: to ensure that people who are hurt or become ill as a result of their jobs get what they need to recover. Prior to May 6, 2020
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Uber Releases Safety Report Revealing Car Accident and Assault Statistics
January 14, 2020 By Leave a Comment
Millions of Americans rely on ride-sharing services — like those offered by Uber — to go places. More convenient and readily available than cabs, getting an Uber is as simple as a few taps on your phone. But although it is easy to use, there are some risks involved in taking an Uber — both
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Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) vs Agreed Medical Evaluator (AME)
January 2, 2020 By Leave a Comment
If you were injured in a work-related accident in California, you may be entitled to receive workers’ compensation benefits through your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance. Besides paying temporary disability benefits for lost wages during the time you are unable to work, these benefits also cover the expenses of the medical evaluator, current health treatments, and
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