SN’T ENOUGH E ELSE — IS TOO TIRED TO DRIVE
WHO’S RESPONSIBLE FOR POOL SAFETY? New Water Parks in El Paso Bring Fun — and Serious Safety Risks
If you suspect another driver is falling asleep behind the wheel, increase your distance and report them to authorities to help protect others on the road. WHAT ARE THE WAYS TO PREVENT DROWSY DRIVING? Regularly getting adequate sleep is the only real solution to prevent drowsy driving. However, if you start to feel fatigued while driving, consider these precautions: • Take a break: Pull over in a safe, well-lit area and rest if you feel drowsy. • Don’t rely on coffee: Caffeine can only temporarily improve alertness but won’t prevent “microsleeps” — brief, uncontrollable lapses in consciousness. At 55 mph, just five seconds of microsleep means you’ve traveled over 100 yards asleep. • Check medications: Many prescription and over-the-counter drugs can cause drowsiness. Always read warning labels before driving. HOW CAN YOU GET LEGAL HELP AFTER A CRASH? If you or a loved one has been injured due to a drowsy driver’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact our team today to discuss your legal options and protect your rights. Staying vigilant and well-rested is crucial — not just for your own safety, but for everyone on the road.
The sun is finally out, and families in El Paso are eager to dive into the city’s newly opened water parks and pools. While these public parks are meant
for family fun, they also come with serious risks. Tragically, last year, a mother lost her child to drowning at a newly opened water park here in Texas. Now, she faces criminal charges for negligent homicide while also pursuing legal action against the park, arguing that the lifeguards were more concerned with kitchen duties than protecting the swimmers.
WHO IS LEGALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR POOL SAFETY? While parents expect lifeguards and pool staff to
monitor safety, Texas law often places the ultimate responsibility on parents when it comes to watching over their children. Even in situations where lifeguards are present, the legal system tends to hold parents accountable if a child is injured or drowns. In the case of last year’s drowning, the mother has been arrested and charged, which shows just how serious these legal consequences can be. WHAT CAN PARENTS DO TO PREVENT TRAGEDY? The No. 1 rule for pool safety is never to take your eyes off your children. Drowning can happen in seconds, and it’s often silent. Do not rely solely on lifeguards — they are there as an extra layer of protection, not a replacement for parental supervision.
Not Your Mom’s Corned Beef and Cabbage
If you have young children, you should:
• Stay within arm’s reach of infants and toddlers in the water. • Keep constant visual contact with older children and avoid distractions like phone calls, social media, talking with others, etc. • Avoid alcohol while supervising children in the water. • Know CPR and basic water rescue techniques in case of an emergency.
INGREDIENTS •
1 (4 lb) corned beef brisket with spice packet
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3 celery stalks, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 tsp salt
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3 qts water
2 lbs red potatoes, halved
1 onion, quartered
1 small head of cabbage, cut into eighths
3 carrots, cut into large chunks
THERE ARE LEGAL CONSEQUENCES FOR INATTENTIVENESS.
DIRECTIONS
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, combine corned beef, spice packet contents, water, onions, carrots, celery, and salt. Bring to a simmer (skimming off any foam on top). 2. Cover pot, reduce to low heat, and let simmer for 3 hours until meat is fork tender. 3. Add potatoes to the pot and let simmer uncovered for 30 minutes or until potatoes are al dente. 4. Add cabbage along the edges of the meat and on top. Cover and let simmer until cabbage is tender, 20–30 minutes. 5. Place meat on a cutting board and let rest for 10–15 minutes. After meat has cooled, slice against the grain. 6. Add to a large serving bowl, ladle vegetables and broth over top, and serve
When a drowning occurs, legal action is often taken — sometimes against the facility, but more frequently against the parents or guardians of the child. This means that even if a lifeguard was inattentive, you could still face criminal charges. At the end of the day, law or not, you always want to ensure the safety of your children. If you or a loved one has been affected by a pool-related accident, it’s crucial to understand your legal rights. Contact our team today for guidance on how to navigate these complex cases.
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