THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX
UNCONVENTIONAL SUMMER JOBS FOR TEENS
cut, sellers receive their profits via PayPal. Minors age 13–17 must have a parent or legal guardian manage their Etsy account.
As your teen becomes more independent, they may be interested in getting a summer job. Whether they want to save up for a big purchase or just have some extra spending money, summer jobs can solidify the importance of hard work and responsibility for your child. Plus, the earlier your teen starts, the sooner they can learn how to manage their money. Fast-food restaurants and clothing stores are popular first jobs, but encourage your teen to think outside the box and try one of these creative money-making opportunities. ONLINE SURVEYS AND REVIEWS Companies are eager for consumer feedback, and they are willing to pay for it. Sites like Swagbucks and MySurvey offer members the opportunity to complete tasks like taking surveys, writing reviews, and watching videos to redeem rewards in the form of cash or gift cards. Teens can also preview up-and-coming music as reviewers on Slice the Pie. Sites like these require quite a bit of work for a relatively small wage, but they can be the perfect first job for a child who wants to try earning a few bucks for the first time. Teens under the age of 18 will require parental consent. VIRTUAL STOREFRONTS If your child has a flare for arts, crafts, or anything else DIY, encourage them to set up an Etsy shop. There are no membership fees, and after Etsy’s 3.5 percent
PETSITTING AND HOUSESITTING If your teen is trustworthy and responsible, there’s no reason they can’t work for neighbors, friends, and family. Most professional petsitting and housesitting services require their sitters to be over 18, but Care.com allows teens 14–17 to register as “Teen Providers” with parental consent. Depending on where you live and how much experience your teen has, they can expect to earn $15–30 per visit, and they may be able to ask for more to stay overnight. Help your teen get the word out by posting on social media. Most importantly, keep your teen safe by helping them screen clients and teaching them what information to share. Summer jobs are a great way for teens to earn extra cash and learn responsibility. The next time your teen asks you for money to go to the movies, encourage them to earn some spending cash of their own. Who knows? They might actually treat you to a movie sometime!
ACCIDENTS INVOLVING PEDESTRIANS AND CYCLISTS
CAN CAUSE A WORLD OF HARM
road, whether there are prescribed bike lanes or not. Louisville is becoming more accommodating to cyclists every year, but the infrastructure isn’t always ideal.
Cyclists should also make themselves as visible as possible. Buy an LED light (they’re cheap) and install it on the back of your bike. This simple step will make it a lot easier for drivers to see you and provide you with a safe amount of space. If you’re traveling at night, wear brightly colored clothes. And while it’s not required by law for anyone over the age of 12 to wear a helmet, I shouldn’t have to tell you that it’s a good idea to do so. Whether you’re on foot or on two wheels, you can’t assume you’ll know how a driver will behave. Many people are distracted behind the wheel and will act erratically when they see you quickly approaching. Sad as it may sound, there are also plenty of drivers who are openly hostile to pedestrians and, in particular, bicyclists. Because you can’t rely on drivers to act responsibly, you need to play defense. Bicyclists should signal all of their turns well in advance and leave plenty of space in the event of a driver doing something wacky. Sadly, not all accidents can be avoided, but you do have the right to hold reckless drivers accountable. If you’re injured by a vehicle while on foot or bike, call Emery Law Office to find out how we can help.
It doesn’t take a physics professor to tell you why auto accidents involving cyclists and pedestrians can be especially dangerous. Even the smallest cars weigh about a ton, producing exponentially more force than the bicycles or people they collide with. Furthermore, pedestrians have no safety gear protecting them from injury, and cyclists have little more than a helmet. There are a number of things that folks on bikes and pedestrians can do to reduce the risk of an accident. First, practice situational awareness at all times, especially on busy streets and intersections. If you’re on foot, don’t try to sneak across while that red hand is flashing. Always cross at crosswalks and take mom’s old advice to look both ways. Bicyclists should follow the rules of the
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