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We all wish our pets would be there for us in an emergency. Dogs, cats, and other animals can accomplish amazing feats when provided with enough love and care, and a cat from Liverpool named Willow recently proved that many times over. A cat’s sense of smell is incredibly effective at detecting when something is abnormal, and Willow used her nose to save her owner in the nick of time. For many with diabetes, falling into a diabetic coma is a constant concern, and they regularly check their blood sugar levels and take insulin shots to avoid that scenario. Amanda Jameson, a 51-year-old woman from Liverpool, received a diabetes diagnosis years ago but had always stayed on top of it. In April 2023, she fell asleep while her blood sugar was dangerously low. Thankfully, her cat, Willow, noticed something was wrong and sprang into action. Willow went to the living room, where Amanda’s husband had fallen asleep watching television. Willow proceeded to bite his leg and jump on him until he woke up around 4 a.m. He could tell something was wrong, as this was abnormal behavior for Willow, so he followed her to the bedroom, where he spotted his wife. She was slumped over and unresponsive, and he immediately called her an ambulance. Doctors informed Amanda’s husband that she was moments away from slipping into a diabetic coma, but Willow had smelled something off and gotten help before it was too late. Most pets would get a few extra treats for their heroism, but Willow’s feats earned her a more prestigious award. The National Cat Awards named Willow as a finalist for their “Moggy Marvels” category. If Willow wins, she’ll receive a trophy, a £200 pet store voucher, and a year subscription to Cats Protection’s
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While you’ve probably seen plenty of courtroom dramas where victims often stand before a judge, the reality is much different. Personal injury cases rarely go to court. According to the U.S. Department of Justice, only 3% of all personal injury cases result in a trial. Of course, our team has had to fight for our clients’ compensation in the courtroom, and we know what it takes to win these cases. WHY DO MOST CASES STAY OUT OF COURT? Although other cases involve a judge and jury, why are personal injury cases different? Well, defendants and insurance companies often would rather cut their losses and offer a settlement to resolve the claim as quickly as possible, especially if they’re being accused of negligence. Other reasons why most cases stay out of court are: • Court fees and legal expenses can quickly add up for either side, so it’s sometimes best to save money and settle before trial. • Accepting a settlement can compensate you faster than if you went to court, which could delay your compensation for months or even years. • A victim may not have enough evidence to prove their innocence without a doubt. Meanwhile, if a victim has considerable evidence to prove negligence, an insurance company may want to settle and avoid trial.
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“The Cat” magazine. Although Willow likely doesn’t care about the trophy or the
subscription, she’ll be happy enough with £200 worth of goodies and her owner
safely by her side.
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