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NOVEMBER 2018
Catching Up With Family LEARNING MORE ABOUT MY RELATIVES THIS THANKSGIVING
T hough I never met him, I’ve been lucky enough to get to know my granddad through the stories his daughter Laura Jordan (my dad’s sister — my aunt) tells me, and I’m sure this Thanksgiving I’ll learn even more. That’s my favorite part about this holiday: It’s a designated time to connect with family members every year. This year, as we meet in Aiken, South Carolina, with my aunt and her husband, Frank Jordan, we’ll be lucky enough to have my sister join us too. She just got a new job working with cast members for a Bravo TV network show called “Southern Charm.” We’re all excited and proud of her, especially since that means she gets to spend a few months in Charleston, which is just two hours east of Aiken. I’m also looking forward to talking with my cousin Elizabeth Supan’s son, Matthew, as he is taking on the adventure of a lifetime for his senior year of high school. Matthew is spending his senior year in kayak school. He began the year in Canada, will make his way to Ecuador for three months, then head to Peru for another three months, and finally end the year back in Canada. (Anyone else wondering if there’s an adult version of this school?) Matthew’s dad, Brian Supan, has been posting updates of Matthew’s travels on Facebook, but it will be fun to hear about them in person from either Matthew or his parents. I’ve personally never kayaked, but I have experienced water thrills from a canoe and a raft. Within the past few years, I know water sports have become a big part of Matthew’s life. I have a pretty adventurous family, but the man I love hearing about most is Granddad. William F. “Pete” Underwood was a flight instructor, musician, teacher, and conductor. Unfortunately, he passed away before I was even born, but the stories I’ve heard from Aunt Laura and my father have kept Granddad alive. When he was young, Granddad was an orchestra-quality trumpet player, but he injured his lip in a plane wreck, ruining his ability to play. Instead, Granddad turned to conducting, and by the age of 21, he was conducting his own orchestra in the pit of
The Fox Theatre in Atlanta. He lived across the street from the Fox and paid his way through school by working there. His orchestra became so popular that people would tune in to a radio broadcast to hear Pete Underwood and his orchestra. But he didn’t just share his musical talents with other professionals. According to Aunt Laura, Granddad taught the kids in the neighborhood how to play instruments, and together, all the kids would make up the Peanut Band. The band was nothing compared to the caliber of his former orchestra, but he loved teaching those kids how to play. I enjoy hearing these stories from Aunt Laura, and spending the day with the rest of my family is always a treat. Even Aunt Laura’s husband, Uncle Frank, has an interesting background, having served as a leader on a submarine off the Carolina shores during the Cold War. It’s pretty cool to come from such a talented family, but even if they weren’t kayaking in Peru, becoming conductors at the age of 21, working on a network TV show, or commanding a submarine in the Cold War, I’d still love catching up. -William F. “Trey” Underwood, III
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FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! ENJOY THESE 6 AUTUMN ACTIVITIES
Throughout November, everyone is eagerly looking forward to Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday, but you shouldn’t let the rest of the month slip past you! Enjoy these other fall activities with the whole family. HOMEMADE CARAMEL APPLES Homemade treats are no doubt far better than their store-bought counterparts. Try your hand at making your own caramel apples for the whole family to enjoy. You can also add a number of toppings to liven things up, such as nuts, white or milk chocolate, coconut, sprinkles, or pecans. BACKYARD BONFIRE During these cold months, you may be tempted to stay indoors, but heading outside for a bonfire is a great way to spend time with your family while enjoying the brisk weather. If you have a fire pit in your backyard, now is the perfect time to take advantage of it by bundling up with some hot chocolate and s’mores. AUTUMN ARRANGEMENTS It’s time to get crafty! Creating your own fall arrangements will ensure that your home has the seasonal decorations you want. Making beautiful fall flower arrangements for your kitchen table or wreaths for your front door to greet guests will create a fantastic autumn vibe.
MOVIE NIGHT Gather your loved ones in the living room with popcorn, blankets, and a great film. Make the most of your autumn evenings by cozying up and spending quality time with each other while watching some family holiday favorites, like “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” or the Thanksgiving comedy-drama “Pieces of April.” HOME-COOKED FOOD When autumn rolls around, pie and warm cider may be high on your list of tasty treats you’re eagerly anticipating. This fall, encourage your family to take part in making annual goodies and sharing them with your neighbors. Nothing warms the heart more than receiving a loaf of freshly baked pumpkin bread during these increasingly cold days. KNITTED SCARVES If you’re handy with knitting needles, now is the season to put them to work. Hand-knitted scarves are great gifts to give throughout the fall and winter, and you can also make it a family activity! Take some time to teach your kids how to knit and crochet to create scarves of their very own.
ANCIENT TRADITIONS
A QUICK HISTORY OF WORKERS’ COMPENSATION
Upton Sinclair
Labor rights and workers’ compensation are often associated
these clauses were abused regularly. It took Upton Sinclair and America’s Dairyland to spread workers’ compensation laws across the U.S. Sinclair’s vivid documentation of slaughterhouses in Chicago, as depicted in his book “The Jungle,” was enough to wake up lawmakers. In 1911, Wisconsin became the first state to create a workers’ compensation rights law, after New York, Maryland, Massachusetts, and Montana failed to do so. Mississippi was the last state to create legislation, finally adding workers’ compensation laws in 1948. Luckily for workers today, it’s nearly impossible to find a job without workers’ compensation. Every state has some law that requires all employers to offer their part-time and full-time employees some level of compensation should they get injured on the job. It’s a right that our ancient ancestors saw as a necessity and one that we continue to uphold today. If you need help filing a workers’ compensation claim or believe your employer is avoiding giving you the compensation you deserve, give the Law Offices of William F. Underwood, III, P.C., a call at 229-888-0888.
with the Industrial Revolution and the
subsequent strikes by steel and railroad workers, but we actually have ancient civilizations to thank for holding employers responsible.
The Sumerians are well-known for placing value on the loss of employees’ body parts during work, while historians have found that the ancient Greeks, Romans, and Chinese made distinctions between impairments and disabilities sustained by workers — distinctions that we still use in cases today. Of course, the Industrial Revolution of the late 19th century does come into play in this history. Society was rapidly building and expanding, but its laws and protections lagged behind. If an employer could prove that the injury to an employee was another employee’s fault, the result of the injured party’s own wrongdoing, or that their job was considered “risky,” employers could get away without any fault. It goes without saying that
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VACATION HEADACHES Two Personal Injury Cases From Vacations
As holiday stress bears down, you may be considering a quick vacation to get away and relax, but as personal injury lawyers, we recommend you properly vet the establishment you plan to stay at. As the following cases highlight, negligent hotels and resorts can cause more headaches than relief. MASHED POTATO SLIP-UP
fall, claiming that she must have slipped on sunscreen rather than their potatoes. But video footage corroborated Lesley’s story of the fall, and though the case was prolonged due to the hotel’s insistence on disputing Lesley’s claim, she was awarded compensation. Lesley was given more than 6,000 euros for her troubles, which amounts to just under $7,000. OFF TARGET While on vacation in Ibiza, Lynne, 59, was walking to the pool behind a wooden structure that happened to have archery targets strapped to it. An arrow passed through the structure and subsequently struck Lynne, leaving her with a right-shoulder and neck injury. The hotel claimed they were not at fault, since archery was not supposed to be happening that day. But a third-party engineer concluded the hotel’s range was not compliant with regulations, and therefore they were liable to compensate Lynne for her ruined vacation. Lynne was awarded more 1,250 euros, which is just under $1,500. At the Law Offices of William F. Underwood, III, P.C., we encourage taking time to relax this holiday season, but if a negligent establishment leaves you injured, give us a call at 229-888-0888.
While on a two-week vacation in 2012 with her husband and another couple, Lesley MacLeannan was visiting the salad bar at her all-inclusive, five-star hotel
in Turkey when she slipped on some mashed potatoes on the floor. Lesley, 51, was
taken to the hospital, where medical tests and treatments diagnosed her pain as a soft-tissue injury to her spine. Lesley visited the hospital one more time during the vacation, spent the rest of the trip in a wheelchair, and
upon returning home, had to miss 40 days of work. When the case reached litigation, the hotel refused to take the blame for Lesley’s
Thank You!
Spicy, Creamy Sweet Potatoes
Thank you to the wonderful clients who introduced us to the family and friends we were able to help this month, and thank you to all of our clients for continuing to let us care for you.
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Special thanks to Lanisha Tyler Adrienne Clayton
5 pounds sweet potatoes 1 cup canned coconut milk
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1/2 cup dark brown sugar 4 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 tablespoon kosher salt
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1 tablespoon Thai red curry paste
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Directions 1. Heat oven to 375 F. On a large sheet pan, bake potatoes until very soft, approximately 75 minutes. 2. Let potatoes cool until they are safe to handle, then peel and mash. 3. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine coconut milk and curry paste. Once mixed, add the mixture, salt, half the sugar, and half the butter to potatoes. 4. 30 minutes before serving, heat oven to 425 F. Spread potatoes in a baking dish, cover with foil, and bake for 20 minutes. 5. Uncover potatoes and dot with remaining butter and sugar. Broil until brown, crusty, and delicious. Serve hot.
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For Everyone on Your List BEST DIY GIFT IDEAS
Looking for gift ideas that don’t break the bank but still show the special people in your life how much you care? Do-it-yourself (DIY) gifts are the way to go. Here are a few ideas to put together on a chilly night. Pull out your crafting supplies, turn on some holiday tunes, and get creative.
could write a sweet or funny message (“but first, coffee” or “two shots, hold the chatter”) or list their favorite beverage (“coffee, no sugar” or “green tea”). Write something that makes them think of you, or create a simple drawing. Enjoy the artistic freedom as much as they’ll enjoy your thoughtful gift.
Best DIY Gift to Make With the Little Ones: Handprint Apron
Aunties, uncles, and godparents will love a gift that incorporates their favorite little ones, and it’s a great way to get the kids in on the project. Choose some unadorned aprons from your local craft or home goods store and some acrylic paint in a variety of colors. Then get crafty! The kids can use their handprints as a starting point and add other decorations as they like. You can also find some fun ideas on the blog Little Page Turner, like painting a butterfly from your kids’ stamped footprints. Have fun with it!
Best DIY Gift for Someone Special: Memory Map
Utilize a map, a pair of scissors, some glue, and your memories of meaningful places to create this sentimental gift. Choose map locations that are meaningful to you and your special person — where you met, where you celebrated special moments, where you first lived — and cut them out in geometric or heart shapes. Then, glue the cutouts to a piece of matboard. You can add kind words at each point, or let the places explain themselves. Place in a frame and gift to your loved one.
Best DIY Gift for Your Bestie: Personalized Mug
You only need a mug and an oven-safe or porcelain marker to create this personalized gift. Use a mug you already own, or pick one up from the dollar store or thrift store, and get expressive! You
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