STS PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR KIDS FROM STAGGERING OUT-OF-POCKET COSTS
Should I Seek Medical Care After a Car Accident During a Pandemic?
Never loan your vehicle to your minor child if they do not yet have their license. The same is true if there are restrictions on your child’s license that prevent them from driving without an adult present in the vehicle. Do not let them drive the car without a licensed adult present. If they get into an accident in this situation, then your costs will be considerable. Do not loan your vehicle to your minor child if you know that your child is an incompetent or reckless driver. As a rule of thumb, do not let your teen drive your vehicle if your child has received a very serious traffic infraction or been involved in two or more traffic accidents or received two or more traffic citations resulting in a conviction. If your child is involved in an accident, then you should call your insurance company to discuss the wreck and to request that they provide you and your child coverage for the accident. If you happen to be the victim of a negligent teenage driver, then please give our office a call at 915-584-8777 to discuss the particulars of your individual circumstance. We have helped thousands of people injured in motor vehicle accidents here in El Paso and throughout the borderland.
In March, the federal government eased restrictions on the hours of service rules for 18-wheelers and other commercial motor vehicles to help support relief efforts for COVID-19. These rules were put in place to help prevent driver fatigue, and their temporary suspension makes it an especially dangerous time to be out on the road right now. If you do have to drive and you are involved in an accident, what should you do if you are worried about contracting COVID-19 while receiving treatment for your injuries? First, perform a risk analysis. If you are seriously injured or suspect that you suffered a serious injury like a traumatic brain injury, broken bones, etc., then the only choice is to go to the hospital to get checked out. If your injuries are not serious or life-threatening, then my advice is to monitor the COVID-19 statistics in the area, paying attention to all government shelter in place orders and directives. By the time this article reaches you in June, restrictions may have eased. Regardless, never go to the hospital solely because you think it will make your case better. What about seeking physical therapy and other therapeutic treatment right now? Some local facilities are open, while others are only offering telemedicine or are temporarily closed. However, going into June, more health care facilities may be open, though there are no guarantees.
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GRILLED BASIL CHICKEN AND TOMATOES
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Some of our clients have made the choice to get physical therapy, including one client who recently had a wreck with an 18-wheeler and had serious pain in his arms and back. Another client has chosen to wait it out until this passes. Both choices are good for those specific clients. Likewise, you should make the best choice for you. If you are not going to seek treatment, then keep a pain journal until we can safely resume “normal” activities. In your journal, note the following: 1) Write it to “your lawyer” so that it will remain privileged in the event that your lawyer doesn’t think it is helpful. 2) Journal that you want to get medical treatment but are scared to get that treatment because of the fear of contracting COVID-19. 3) Write down any and all aches and pains you experience. Note where the pain is located and its intensity. Have you been in an accident? Give us a call. You don’t have to wait to start your claim and we can get started on your case.
Bacon may be a paleo favorite for breakfast, but this hearty sausage meal can be enjoyed any time of day and is the perfect way to mix things up!
INGREDIENTS
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1/4 cup tightly packed fresh basil leaves
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1 clove garlic
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8 Roma tomatoes
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1/2 tsp salt
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4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 oz each)
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3/4 cup balsamic vinegar
DIRECTIONS
1. For marinade: In blender, combine olive oil, garlic, salt, vinegar, and basil. Cut 2 tomatoes into quarters and add to mixture. Cover and process until blended. Halve remaining tomatoes for grilling. 2. In bowl, combine chicken and 2/3 cup marinade. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Reserve remaining marinade. 3. Heat grill to about 350–400 F. Lightly oil grates. Grill chicken until internal temperature reads 165 F, about 4–6 minutes per side. Grill tomatoes until lightly browned, about 2–4 minutes per side. Discard remaining marinade. 4. Serve chicken and tomatoes with reserved marinade.
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