Ways You Can Be Compensated
If You’re Injured in a Car Accident
When someone is injured in a car accident, their first question is usually, “What do I do now?” Once an injured party gets their affairs in order and overcomes the immediate aftermath of an accident, their attention turns toward receiving compensation for their injuries. In Louisiana, there are a number of reasons to bring a claim against a negligent party. The first category of damages are those related to personal injury. These can include medical expenses, rehabilitation expenses, and other costs incurred while treating and recovering from your injuries. Lost wages are also a personal-injury expense. Obviously, if you are out of work, you cannot make money. You can also factor future earnings into your claim in the event that you are injured to the extent that returning to normal work will be impossible. Another fundamental element of auto-accident claims relates to property damage. In the case of a car accident, the damaged property is your vehicle. There are many considerations that factor into calculating the value of lost property. If you think you’re going to receive the full value
of your car at the time of purchase, you’re in for a sorry surprise. All property damage is based on fair market value. The amount available to you will also depend on whether your car can be repaired or not. The final piece of the claims puzzle is calculating emotional damage, often referred to as “pain and suffering.” Emotional distress can come in the form of anxiety, depression, grief, or mental anguish. Loss of enjoyment of life also falls under the umbrella of emotional damage. Damages claimed by your family as a result of your accident are known as “loss of consortium.” For example, if your loved ones need to devote time to taking care of you when they would otherwise be working, that can fall under loss of consortium. You deserve to work with an attorney who understands all aspects of your claim and ensures you receive all of the compensation you’re entitled to. The team at Jones & Hill will analyze all aspects of your case so you don’t leave money on the table.
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Father’s DaY Chili Lime Chicken Wings
This Father’s Day, spice up your wings with this zesty recipe that’s sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
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4 pounds chicken wings
1 stick unsalted butter, softened
1 1/4 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
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Extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup honey
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Chopped cilantro for garnish
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 lime, halved
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Directions
1. Heat oven to 425 F. 2. Rinse wings under cold water and pat dry. Season liberally with salt and pepper, and drizzle with olive oil. Roast on a baking sheet for 25 minutes or until skin becomes crisp and brown. 3. Blend butter, red curry paste, honey, and soy sauce in a large mixing bowl. 4. Toss wings in butter mixture. Squeeze lime juice on top, transfer to serving plate, and garnish with cilantro.
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