WHAT SHOULD YOU GATHER AFTER YOUR ACCIDENT?
DOCUMENTING YOUR CASE
Few things in life are as jarring and stressful as recovering from an accident, especially when you aren’t at-fault. You’re not alone; millions of Americans land in the hospital after accidents that are not their fault each year. Compensation is available for victims involved in a variety of accidents, but how much compensation someone receives can depend on the facts and documents available in a case. Your first goal when you’re involved in an accident is to get better. Focusing on your physical and mental well-being will set you up for success as you try to move past your accident. But your second goal should always be to collect the proper evidence and documents you need to win a fair claim and case. Gather any documents relating to your case — including doctors’ notes, police reports, scene and injury photos, and damage reports — and give them to your lawyer. If you’re able, collect witness contact information, and record your own recollection of what happened on your phone’s voice or video recorder. As you progress with your healing, continue to document any extra procedures, roadblocks, and healing updates. This will establish a basis for the extent of your injury. Insurance companies may request a statement from you, which could both hinder or benefit your claim. You should only talk to an insurance company with the assistance of a lawyer, who can
prepare you for the company’s questions and possible outcomes. Just
like when speaking to the police, keep
your answers concise and stick to the facts. Furthermore, you should never divulge information regarding medical damages, but you should keep a record of all your correspondence with the insurance company. If you’re too compromised or injured to do these kinds of tasks, police officers will be documenting the scene and creating police reports, while 911 operators will have an accurate log of the request for help. These may become vital as you fight for compensation. A personal injury lawyer will give you the best chance of getting the compensation you deserve, and the documents you collect for them will only help you. At Don Turner Legal Team, we have decades of experience helping a variety of clients. To learn how we can help you, visit DonTurnerLegalTeam.com and read more helpful tips on our blog.
CHASEN’S FAMOUS CHILI
SUDOKU
This is known as Liz Taylor’s chili.
INGREDIENTS •
1/2 pound dried pinto beans 2 16-ounce cans tomatoes 1 1/2 tablespoons salad oil 1 1/2 pounds onions, coarsely chopped 1 pound green peppers, seeded and coarsely ground
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1/2 cup parsley, finely chopped 1/2 cup butter, melted 2 1/2 pounds ground beef 1 pound lean ground pork
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1/3 cup chili powder 2 tablespoons salt 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
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2 cloves garlic, crushed
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
DIRECTIONS 1. Wash beans. Place in bowl, and add water until 2 inches above beans. Soak overnight. 2. Cover and simmer beans in same water until tender. Add tomatoes and simmer 5 minutes. 3. Heat oil. Add onions and green peppers, and cook until tender, stirring frequently. Add garlic and parsley. 4. In a large skillet, melt butter and sauté beef and pork, about 15 minutes. Add meat to onion mixture, and stir in chili powder. Cook 10 minutes. Add this mixture to beans, and season with salt, pepper, and cumin. 5. Cover and simmer for 1 hour. Remove cover. Cook 30 minutes longer. Skim fat off the top.
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