Dickerson Oxton - September 2020

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NT AND TODDLER INJURIES

U.S.,” and most of these injuries are preventable. By spreading awareness, safety tips, and overall education, JPMA helps reduce and prevent infant and toddler injuries, which saves more and more lives every passing year Thelittlethingsgoalongway.

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JPMA has several methods parents and caregivers can use to ensure their children’s safety. Their information and safety tips are perfect for anyone who may be expecting their first child or adding to the family, including grandparents looking to improve the safety of their grandchildren.

easystuffed sweetpotatoes Who says a loaded potato has to clog your arteries? In this healthy version that serves four, a sweet potato base is topped with fiber-rich bean salsa.

Despite the uncertainty of the world right now, this could also be a silver lining opportunity. Take stock of what is in your home, do some research on manufacturers, or become an advocate in baby safety. To learn more or find additional resources, visit JPMA’s website at BabySafetyMonth.org.

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INGREDIENTS

When you’re in a car accident with another driver, liability is determined by which driver caused the accident. More often than not, determining who is at fault can be a complex process. This process can become even more complex when a driving service is involved, such as a taxicab. DETERMINE LIABILITY You can be involved in a motor vehicle accident with a taxicab in two ways: when a taxi strikes your vehicle or when you’re a passenger in the taxi at the time of an accident. In either case, liability comes down to the primary cause of the incident, including:

involved in an accident as a taxi passenger, your case is considered a passenger car accident injury case. The goal of your case, regardless of which type, is to gain full and fair compensation for everyone involved. In cases involving two at-fault parties, insurance companies may fight over legal liability and settlement values. Without an attorney representing injured claimants, the insurers could remain gridlocked until the injured party agrees to accept an unfair settlement. TAKE ACTION The first thing you should do after an accident is document the scene as much as possible. Take photos, write down witness contact information, ask for insurance information for all drivers involved, and record all your injuries. Next, you should allow emergency responders to evaluate you, even if you believe you’re not injured. The last thing you should do is to consult an attorney about what your next steps should be. If you or someone you know was involved in a taxicab accident, call our office to speak to one of our attorneys today.

• 4 medium sweet potatoes • 1 15-oz can black beans, drained and rinsed • 2 medium tomatoes, diced • 1 tbsp olive oil • 1 tsp cumin • 1 tsp coriander • 3/4 tsp salt • 1/4 cup sour cream • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

DIRECTIONS

1. With a fork, prick each sweet potato a few times. Microwave the potatoes on high 12–15 minutes, or until cooked through. 2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the beans, tomatoes, olive oil, cumin, coriander, and salt. When the potatoes are done, microwave the mixture on high for 2–3 minutes. 3. Cool potatoes slightly, then cut each potato open lengthwise. Pull the halves apart to create space to spoon the warm bean salsa inside. 4. Add a scoop of sour cream to each potato, garnish with cilantro, and serve!

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UNDERSTAND THE TYPE OF CASE When a taxi strikes your vehicle, it is considered a typical two-car accident case. To win this case, you need to prove two things: first, that the taxi driver who struck you was, in some way, negligent in their driving, and second, that you were injured in the accident and to what extent. If you’re

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