FALL PROTECTION How to Avoid the Worst After a Slip
On Page 2 of this issue, we talk about several slip, trip, and fall cases where we were able to make a difference for our clients. But what if you find yourself in a similar situation? Are there ways you can protect yourself physically and legally after a bad fall? It all comes down to awareness. AVOIDING INJURY The best way to not get hurt in these situations is to avoid falling in the first place. Do your best to remain aware of your surroundings, even in busy, distracting locations like supermarkets. If you do find yourself falling, try to remember not to throw your arm out to break your fall. It’s a natural reaction and difficult to avoid, but doing so often leads to broken wrists. If you can, try to turn as you fall in order to roll out of the impact. PRESERVING EVENTS As we mention on Page 2, many property owners or their insurance will try to
blame you for falling. To prove these charges false and support a claim that the property owner is ultimately liable for your accident, you are going to need evidence. The scene of your fall won’t remain the way it is for long — puddles get mopped up, trip hazards get stored elsewhere, and witnesses move on with their lives. In the moments after a fall, using your phone to take pictures of the conditions that led to the accident is a vital part of preserving your side of the story. If you fill out an incident report, take a picture of it as well. You should also talk to witnesses and ask for their contact information. While many businesses do have surveillance footage, they are not legally required to surrender those tapes unless they face litigation. SEEKING DAMAGES In the aftermath of a fall, you may not even know you have a case for seeking compensation. Many factors, like the
deliberately distracting way store displays are constructed, don’t occur to those outside the legal field. That’s why our firm offers free consultations, where you can get an expert opinion on the strength of your case. If you believe you might have a claim, we’re here to help. Reach out to us at 805- 962-2022.
WORDSEARCH ORANGEGLAZED SALMON
INGREDIENTS
2 salmon fillets (10 oz total)
Zest from 1 orange
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1/3 cup fresh-squeezed orange juice
1 tsp salt
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2 tbsp ghee
1 tsp tapioca starch
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1 tbsp garlic, minced 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat oven to 425 F, and line a sheet pan with parchment paper. 2. Salt each fillet with 1/2 tsp salt. Bake for 6–8 minutes. 3. In a saucepan, combine ghee and garlic and cook over medium heat for 3 minutes. 4. Add rosemary, zest, and juice. Cook for another 3 minutes. 5. Stir in tapioca starch until lumps disappear and mixture thickens. 6. Plate salmon and top with orange sauce.
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