What to Do if Someone Is Hit by a Car While Trick-or-Treating
Step No. 3: Seek medical attention as quickly as possible. Anyone who suffers an injury in a pedestrian accident — even something as seemingly minor as a small bruise or scrape — should go to their primary care physician, an urgent care facility, or a hospital emergency room as soon
As we mentioned on Page 2 of this newsletter, Halloween is the most dangerous day for children, but it’s also one of the most hazardous days for all pedestrians, with statistics reflecting a 43% higher rate of pedestrian deaths on Oct. 31 compared to every other day of the year. And while practicing safety during the holiday should be your family’s top priority, there unfortunately isn’t any tip or trick that will keep you completely safe, especially since much of Halloween involves walking near, on, or crossing streets with cars driving through.
treatment, victims should also collect pay stubs to establish lost income, receipts for personal property repairs or replacements (such as damage to a cellphone that occurred when the car struck you), and even notes about physical and emotional trauma that resulted from the accident.
as they can following the incident if an ambulance doesn’t take them.
Step No. 5: Let a pedestrian accident attorney help. An attorney can help you build a case and receive the compensation you deserve. At
So, what should you do if a car strikes someone in your family or group while you’re out trick-or-treating?
Even if you feel fine after the accident, some internal
Step No. 1: Call 911 immediately. Doing so will bring both medical personnel and the police to the scene. The police will collect information and write a report, which can become important later in an injury claim. Step No. 2: Gather evidence related to the accident. This includes photos of the accident scene, contact information from witnesses, cellphone records, and footage of the accident from cellphone or dashboard cameras, if available. Texas-Size LAUGHS
damage may still be present. Plus, medical records can also serve as vital evidence in a civil claim.
Aulsbrook Law, we have extensive experience with pedestrian accident cases
Step No. 4: Document bills, expenses, and personal losses accordingly. Beyond collecting bills and documentation related to medical
and would be honored to help you should the unfortunate need arise this Halloween. You can always reach us at 817.775.5364 for a FREE consultation.
HONEY-PECAN CHICKEN BREASTS
INGREDIENTS
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2 6-oz boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
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1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tbsp butter 3 tbsp honey
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1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/8 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp finely chopped pecans
DIRECTIONS
1. Pound chicken with a meat mallet to 1/2-inch thickness. Sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. 2. In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium heat; brown chicken on both sides. Cook covered until chicken is no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes, turning once. 3. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with pecans. Cook covered until chicken is glazed, about 2–3 minutes.
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