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More and more people have dash cameras in their cars. On the surface, it makes sense. If something goes wrong, you have a record of what happened. From where I sit as a lawyer, though, that little camera can be your best friend or your biggest problem. It depends a lot on what the video shows and how you handle it. Not long ago, I had a case where dashcam footage made all the difference. My client was driving when another car merged and cut him off. He swerved to the right, hit the curb, and his car rolled. There was no contact between the two vehicles. Without more to go on, it almost looked like a single-car wreck. A driver behind them happened to be in a Tesla with a dashcam. His video clearly showed the other driver making an unsafe lane change that caused the crash. He was kind enough to share the footage, and that video allowed us to prove who was really at fault. Without it, I am not sure we would have had a claim at all. Of course, it doesn’t always work that way. If the footage shows that you were speeding, following too closely, or weaving through traffic, that same dashcam can produce strong evidence used against you. Trying to delete or hide the video is not a solution. That can lead to accusations of destroying evidence, which can hurt you in court even more. Once you decide to record your driving, you have to assume that the footage may eventually be seen.
It’s 3 p.m., and you’ve hit the dreaded midday slump. For many Americans, coffee or an energy drink may fuel their second wind. When tired, we tend to turn to external sources for a boost, but it’s a temporary fix; we’ll encounter the same issue the next day. Instead, we need to look internally and make changes to improve overall well-being for the long term. A healthier, more consistent way to increase energy is possible! ENERGIZE NATURALLY WITH SIMPLE DAILY HABITS Do you stay up late every night? Do you use your phone right before you fall asleep? Do you have trouble waking up in the morning? If you answered yes to any of these questions, it’s time to give your sleep a facelift. Try to go to bed at the same time every night, ideally around 9 or 10 p.m. Put your phone away at least an hour before bed. If this is difficult, practice meditation whenever you feel tempted to grab your phone. Your diet may also need adjustments. If you skip meals, eat junk food, or snack right before bed, you’ll feel it later. During the day, eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, and nutrient-rich foods instead. Make time for every meal, stepping away from your work while you eat. If you do not get enough nutrients, supplement your diet with vitamins. Consider your daily movement as well. It might sound counterproductive, but exercise can substantially boost our energy. Exercise improves oxygen and nutrient circulation while allowing us to get better sleep.
So, should you have a dashcam or not? In my view, if you are a reasonably careful driver, it is probably a good thing. It can protect you when someone cuts
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