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INTRODUCING MAPLE! THE NEW TEXAS LAW DOG PAW-RESIDENT
I shared with y’all that we lost Cleo at the end of last year. She was with me almost every day, even at the office. She is still deeply missed at the office by our team, clients, and vendors even months later. While Cleo cannot be replaced, we recently added Maple to the team. We got Maple at 4 months old and 19 pounds. She is a labradoodle from Tennessee and will grow to around 55 pounds. She’s settling in well at home and the office but is still adjusting to car rides. At first, she had severe anxiety and would slobber profusely just getting in a vehicle. After a few weeks, she is taking car rides better. While she’s not hanging out the window catching the wind in her face, she’s no longer leaving a big puddle of slobber in the vehicle.
Maple’s a traveler despite her dislike for the car — she’s already seen five states! She was born in Tennessee and traveled through Arkansas to Texas to her fur-ever home with us. Alison and I took Maple and Derby with us
recently to visit our place in Crested Butte, Colorado. We like our dogs to travel with us when possible. So, Maple has been to New Mexico and Colorado as well. She loved playing in the snow, but Alison and I didn’t love the cold trips outside in the early morning hours for potty time.
In fact, potty training has been a little challenging. We have been giving treats and praise when Maple goes potty outside. She does better with peeing outside, but getting her to not poop inside has been a struggle. But I’m practicing patience, and I know she will get it. She’s got the typical puppy tendencies: Chewing things up that she shouldn’t, hiding socks and underwear in places they shouldn’t be, and even though she’s not fully grown, she’s still big enough to counter surf. So, we can’t leave any food unattended, or she will definitely creep in and eat it. She also gets the zoomies, which is super fun. I know the puppy stage doesn’t last long, so I’m trying to enjoy it. The truth is dogs just aren’t with us long enough, and we are mindful of that. Maple offers unconditional love, endless laughs, and real companionship. She has already become an integral part of our lives. As we enter spring, everyone should take advantage of the nicer weather. If you have a dog, take a walk, toss a ball, swim, or whatever you and your dog enjoy. I hope you make some cherished moments with your family and friends this season — with or without fur. –Matt Aulsbrook
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In the U.S., millions of road accidents occur every year. Although many of these incidents lead to minor vehicle damage and limited injuries, 2.5 million people end up in the emergency room after car crashes. Car accidents are nothing short of a tragedy. Car accidents often lead to injuries ranging from whiplash and other soft tissue injuries to serious and even fatal injuries. Usually, liability for a car accident is clear and one-sided, and an injured party has the right to be compensated by the at-fault driver. The Road to Recovery After a Car Accident FROM PAIN TO PROGRESS
WD-40 does just about everything. “If it moves but shouldn’t, use duct tape. If it won’t move but should, use WD-40” is practically an American proverb. It stops squeaks, cleans steel, and separates stuck objects. But it can do even more than that: Repel insects. Bugs don’t like the scent of WD-40 — plus, it can kill them by suffocation. Cheaper than most insecticides and infinitely more versatile, a can of WD-40 is perfect for keeping bugs out of your house. Doors and Windows Insects invade your house through every opening, including the crack in the front door. Keeping them out can be next to impossible unless you take precautions. One such safeguard is to spray WD-40 underneath the door frame as if it were a barrier between your world and theirs. You should also spray it underneath windows and anywhere else they might come in. Roofs and Vents Insects love roofs. They can invade many nooks and crannies in your roof, such as vents and cracks, but WD-40 can help prevent it. Spray it on any points of access, including the gutter. Many gutters have hot air vents, a popular entrance for spiders. Try spraying the soffit — where the roof overhangs — to deter wasps and other creatures from building nests. When and Where Not to Use WD-40 There are a few limitations to WD-40. It doesn’t keep out flying insects, so flies, bees, and other winged bugs can still get in. Also, WD-40 isn’t a solution for infestations, so call a professional exterminator if that’s your situation. WD-40 is poisonous, so don’t spray it in the kitchen. The chemical is also toxic to animals, including your pets. If you have animals, only use WD-40 on surfaces they can’t access, such as window frames, but be extra wary about where your cats hang out. The Chemical for All Your Household Needs WD-40 is a surprising solution for many household challenges. It makes snow shoveling easier, cleans bird droppings, and more. If your household is a potential target for an insect invasion, a few sprays of WD-40 in key locations can help you protect the home from insects, ants, and possibly termit es. This Household Chemical Can Protect Your Home From Insects WD-40: Bug Repellant
How an Auto Accident Attorney Can Ensure You Are Compensated
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you might wonder how an attorney can help you. If your state law uses the no-fault system for car accident cases, your options for a
personal injury claim may be limited. Your own PIP (or “no-fault”)
coverage might cover some of the financial impact of your car accident injuries. Protecting your right to
compensation after a car accident usually comes down to being patient or persistent with the insurance company (depending on the situation) and getting help when needed. The aftermath of a car crash can be chaotic, but we are here to help. A personal injury claim is a way to seek compensation from the individual or business that caused your injuries. You can claim against the person who caused your injuries (the defendant) by filing a lawsuit against them in court. The court will award damages for your losses and costs if you win. It is important to know this information so that we can do our best to prevent these accidents from happening. If they do, it is so crucial to be prepared. Call us today for your protection and safety.
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BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS MONTH Beyond the Accident
Roughly 565,000 personal injury cases are filed each year, and one of the most common personal injuries is brain injuries. Due to the devastating impact a brain injury can have on a victim’s life, personal injury cases involving brain injuries often result in substantial settlements and verdicts. Brain Injury Awareness Month is important to bring awareness to people living with brain injuries, and it highlights information to minimize future incidences of Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs). Sudden trauma or repeated damage to the brain can cause brain injury. If a person hits their head or is jolted in a car accident or other type of situation, the brain can swell and can cause damage to the tissue. Sometimes, symptoms may be delayed for weeks or months after an injury, making things tricky.
Individuals facing any type of legal trouble due to a personal injury should seek the help of our legal team. We can walk you through the legal process and help ensure you are prepared each step of the way. Aulsbrook Law focuses our practice on personal injury cases and fighting for the maximum compensation allowed for clients. Traumatic brain injuries can make life extremely difficult for the people they affect, so whether you were injured in an automobile accident, 18-wheeler accident, motorcycle crash, or workplace injury, our legal team can fight to protect your rights under the law. If you or someone you know is suffering from personal injury, call us today!
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Chipotle-Inspired Chicken Burrito Bowl Inspired by EasyChickenRecipes.com
INGREDIENTS
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2 boneless chicken breasts
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2 cups shredded romaine lettuce 1 cup canned corn 1 cup canned black beans 1 avocado, cubed 1/4 cup sour cream 1/4 cup shredded cheese
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1 tbsp chopped cilantro
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2 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp paprika
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1/2 tomato, chopped
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp chili pepper
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1/2 onion, chopped 2 tbsp white vinegar
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
4 tbsp lime juice
1 cup white or brown rice, cooked
Salt, to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. Cut chicken into bite-size pieces. In a medium-size bowl, add chicken, olive oil, paprika, cumin, chili pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix until chicken is evenly coated. 2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook chicken for 7 minutes or until cooked through. Set aside on a plate. 3. In a large bowl, layer the rice, lettuce, corn, beans, and cooked chicken. 4. In a separate bowl, mix together salsa ingredients, then pour over the chicken mixture. 5. Top with avocado, sour cream, and cheddar cheese. Enjoy!
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INSIDE Meet Maple, the Newest of Our Family 1
Another Way to Use WD-40: Insect Extermination
Understanding Personal Injury 2
Why Brain Injury Month Matters
Chipotle-Inspired Chicken Burrito Bowl 3
Why Bigfoot Is a Protected Species in Washington 4
Cases We Handle: • Personal Injury • Wrongful Death
• Car Wreck • Truck Wreck
Bigfoot Is an Endangered Species!? A WASHINGTON COUNTY’S UNIQUE HUNTING BAN
Most people don’t consider the legality of Bigfoot hunting, but in Washington state, it’s part of the law. In Skamania County, it’s illegal to kill the mythological ape. Should someone murder the creature, they’d face a stiff penalty. Bigfoot — sometimes called Sasquatch — is an elusive ape-like cryptid said to roam the forests of North America. It allegedly has reddish-brown fur, a gorilla-like body, and its namesake big feet. Some claim Bigfoot is the “missing link” between walking apes and our ancestors, who walked on all fours. Most scientists dispute the claim, saying that any ancestor this old likely would’ve adapted or gone extinct. Bigfoot was first spotted in California in 1958, and most sightings since occur in Washington state. Per every 100,000 people, 9.12 sightings are in the Evergreen State. That’s a third more often than its neighbor Oregon, the runner-up at 6.06. If there were a Bigfoot capital of the world, it’d be in Washington. On April 1, 1969, the Skamania County legislature enacted Ordinance 1969-01, the first law prohibiting the killing of Bigfoot. Anyone convicted of murdering the cryptid would be classified as a felon and imprisoned for five years. While modified decades later, it set an important precedent: Bigfoot is a protected species.
Tourism picked up shortly after that. Bigfoot mania officially hit the U.S. in the 1970s as directors released films like “Sasquatch, the Legend of Bigfoot.” New Bigfoot enthusiasts started to visit Washington in droves, hoping to be the first to find proof of its existence. While locals appreciated the influx of cash from tourism, they didn’t appreciate the influx of guns from Bigfoot hunters.
County legislatures enacted a new ordinance in 1984. It further clarified the regulations on Bigfoot and designated
the ape as an endangered species. As such, hunting Bigfoot with the intent to kill is illegal. However, the ordinance softened the penalty for hunting Bigfoot, lowering the penalty for poachers to a year in prison or a fine of up to $1,000. Every law has some logic; no matter how frivolous it may seem, there’s a reason why lawmakers went through the trouble. While this law may seem unnecessary, it protects “Bigfoot” and Skamania County citizens alike.
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