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JULY 17
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Fireworks, Fishing, and Family
Fourth of July With the Snells
Here at the Law Office of James R. Snell, we’re very thankful to be in the midst of a busy summer season.
Every client who walks through our door gets our full attention, and whenever we can help ease the stress of the legal process, we are reminded why we love what we do. I know Jim better than anyone, and I can tell you, he takes
great pride in providing assistance to the wonderful people of our community. Even with the move to our new office right around the corner, we haven’t taken our focus off what matters most: our clients. Even with a jam-packed calendar, Jim and I are still looking forward to a few moments of relaxation this summer. Fourth of July is always a fun holiday for us, and I’m sure this year will be no exception. When the sun goes down on Independence Day, you can be sure we’ll be at Lake Murray watching the fireworks. The display there is always spectacular, and it’s something we look forward to every year. Before the explosions start, eating some great food with the family is the main attraction. When it comes to our annual barbecue, the Snell family roles are pretty well set. Jim does the grilling, and I do the supervising. His beer-can chicken has become legendary in our family. But there’s a funny detail about that: Jim has been vegetarian for over two decades now. How he’s managed to perfect the recipe without tasting it, I’ll never know— but I can tell you, it’s delicious! Independence Day cookouts have been part of my life since I was a child, so they always bring back memories. Growing up, my dad would make 24-hour hash every Fourth. He would spend the entire day prior prepping ingredients and getting the hash just right. We used to joke that our family had a knack for arriving just as soon as it was ready to eat. It may have taken over a day to prepare, but it sure took a lot less to time eat.
“How he’s managed to perfect the recipe without tasting it, I’ll never know — but I can tell you it’s delicious!”
Another summer activity that I love is getting out on the lake for some fishing. At Lake Murray, we have striper and catfish in abundance. Occasionally, I’ll even reel in a bass. Jim will join me out on the boat sometimes, and I cherish the time we get to spend sitting out in the sun together.
I want to wish everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July weekend. Hopefully, by the time you’re reading the next edition of the
newsletter, we’ll be fully moved into our new office. In the meantime, enjoy the start of your summer, whether here in Lexington or wherever the season may take you.
– Lee Snell
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Inside Nathan’s National Hot Dog Eating Contest
This Fourth of July, no hot dog is safe. In fact, according to the National Hot Dog and Sausage Council, Americans will consume as many as 155 million frankfurters on the holiday alone! But hey, you’re eating one, two, maybe three hot dogs tops, right? That’s small-time, kid. If you’re looking to
To some, the competition is a marvelous munching media blowout. To others, it’s a truly grotesque display of American avarice. But regardless of which side of the bun you land on, you have to agree: Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest is a marvel of contemporary marketing. According to Wayne Norbitz, president and CEO of Nathan’s Famous, the contest got its start as just another Coney Island sideshow, the brainchild of PR guru Max Rosey. “We waited for a couple of fat guys to walk by,” Norbitz says of the fateful 1977 day of the first Nathan’s contest.“We asked if they wanted to eat hot dogs in a contest …We ran a quick little contest, and the whole object was to get a photo in the New York Post.” Since its humble beginnings, the competition has exploded, airing yearly on ESPN, with fiery rivalries between now-famous competitors like Takeru Kobayashi, Matt “Megatoad” Stonie, and aforementioned reigning champ, Joey “Jaws” Chestnut. This Independence Day, whether you’re in the crowd at Coney Island, watching in awe as 20 adults inhale absurd quantities of film-wrapped mystery meats, or at the park, quizzically guessing at the chemical makeup of a half-eaten frankfurter on a picnic table, take a moment to thank the humble hot dog. It may be the most American meal you eat all year.
A Doggone Good Time
tangle with the big dogs, take a trip to Coney Island and check out the world-famous Nathan’s
Hot Dog Eating Contest.
Each year, on the anniversary of America’s fateful inception, the world’s greatest eaters warm up their chompers on the biggest stage in competitive consumption. Then, in front of a cheering horde of Major League Eating fans, they feast. But as I’m sure you’re aware, this ain’t your dad’s barbecue. The clock runs for 10 minutes, and whoever devours the greatest number of doggies —buns and all — is crowned top dog. These competitors chow down at a pace unfathomable to us mere mortals. Chew on this for a second: Last year’s champion, Joey Chestnut, dispatched a whopping 70 dogs. That’s seven a minute, folks —more than one every 10 seconds.
If you’ve ever been so much as pulled over, you know that law
also know that in South Carolina, it is totally legal for police to lie to suspects and mislead them about their intentions. Anything you say to an officer may be recorded and used against you at a later date. If the police don’t have a warrant, you have no obligation to let them into your home or business. Similarly, unless you are officially summoned, you do not need to appear at the station. Law enforcement will attempt to coerce you if you aren’t aware of your rights. All of these underhanded tactics show why the best advice is always to keep quiet until you can speak to a professional who is well-versed in the legal process. The experienced attorneys at The Law Office of James R. Snell will make sure your rights are protected during every step of the legal process.
enforcement officers will try to get you to admit to something wrong right away. A confession is the surest evidence, and they will do everything they can to elicit one. The South Carolina Department of Corrections is full of inmates who would not be there if they had only remained silent. A good rule of thumb is, before you talk to the police, talk to an attorney. Just because you’re not directly admitting to a crime doesn’t mean that the statements you make won’t be used against you in court. You have to remember that while the court considers defendants innocent until proven guilty, law enforcement don’t always feel the same way. They can be more concerned with their own statistics than they are with proper procedure. You should
You Don’t Have to Talk How to Handle Police Inquiries
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School Expulsion Hearings When a School Throws the Book
School expulsion hearings may not take place in court, but they can have as massive an impact on the life of your child as a criminal proceeding. In the event that you receive a notice recommending your child’s expulsion, you should consider retaining an attorney to assist you in challenging the school’s action. Once a student is considered for expulsion, they are often immediately suspended. No expulsion can occur, however, without a mandatory hearing held before school district representatives. Expulsion hearing can be tricky because school districts are not held to the same burden of proof as standard courts. Nevertheless, the school must demonstrate basis in provable fact in order to justify an expulsion. Additionally, many schools have “zero tolerance” violations that will result in immediate expulsion. Because concepts like probable cause and reasonable doubt are not applicable in expulsion hearings, we often encounter students who have been wrongly accused of a violation. In these instances, we move for a dismissal of the expulsion.
experienced attorney can still provide assistance. Accommodations can be made that will allow a student to finish their current grade at the school before moving to another. This stay of expulsion will allow a child to remain on track for graduation and college admittance. The attorneys at the Law Office of James R. Snell have represented students in Lexington and Richland County school hearings and can help clear your child’s name. School expulsion can be scary, especially when your child is wrongly accused, but we are here to help.
If there is sufficient evidence to prove your child committed a violation worthy of expulsion, an
MEMEs
Simple Summer Brown Butter and Corn Pasta
There are a lot more ways to enjoy fresh summer corn than just on the cob. Try this simple, delicious pasta dish and up your summer game!
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4 medium ears corn
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese ¼ cup packed fresh basil leaves
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1 pound pasta
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6 tablespoons butter
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fragrant. Reduce heat to medium, add corn, and cook about 2 minutes or until corn is heated through.Add salt and pepper to taste. Drain pasta and return to pot. Add corn mixture, Parmesan, basil, and reserved cooking water. Stir until combined and adjust seasonings as needed. Enjoy!
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cut kernels off ears of corn; set aside. Cook pasta according to package instructions and reserve ¼ cup cooking water. While pasta cooks, melt butter on medium-high in 3-quart saucepan. Cook 3–4 minutes, swirling frequently, until browned and very
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Recipe inspired by goodhousekeeping.com.
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Inside this Issue
Fireworks, Fishing, and Family PAGE 1
A Doggone Good Time You Don’t Have to Talk PAGE 2
When a School Throws the Book Simple Summer Brown Butter and Corn Pasta PAGE 3
Get Up Offa That Thing! PAGE 4
If You Want to Live More, Sit Less
“Sitting is more dangerous than smoking, kills more people than HIV, and is more treacherous than parachuting. We are sitting ourselves to death.” Those are the words of Dr. James Levine, who made headlines back in 2014 when he released the results of years of research into what’s really killing Americans. Just as cigarette use was killing Americans in droves back when the population still smoked, the prevalence of desk jobs is a huge health risk today. Humans, it turns out, are meant to be on their feet and on the go, just like our ancestors were. “We have created for ourselves a modern way of living that clashes with the way we’re meant to be,” Levine says. We’ve seen that sitting can also lead to other health issues, like carpal tunnel syndrome, pinched nerves, and strained eyes and muscles. And if you’re not in good shape (because you sit all day at work),
you’re more likely to get injured doing other activities in your life.
Levine says that, ideally, you should spend four hours a day on your feet. Of course, that may not be an option for many of you, especially if you work a desk job. We recommend getting up at least once an hour and walking around for a few minutes. Even a trip to the water cooler is better than nothing! But the real way to combat a sedentary job is to live an active life after hours. A lot of us want to plop down in front of the TV, but we’d be better off taking a long walk after work and spending some time cooking in the kitchen — on our feet, of course.
Get Up Offa That Thing!
You can also go to a standing desk, or even a treadmill desk — which Levine invented.
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