MORE THAN A SLAP ON THE WRIST
Last month, we covered the tragic reality that accidents involving alcohol skyrocket nationwide during Thanksgiving weekend. Unfortunately, the incidence of DUI-related accidents stays higher than average throughout the holiday season, reaching a fever pitch on Christmas and New Year’s Eve. As much as this time of year should be about merrymaking, please, please, please do so responsibly. The costs of getting behind the wheel drunk are simply too high. FINANCIAL COST Even a DUI conviction without an accident or property damage can carry a hefty price tag beyond the legal fines. When you are charged with a DUI, you will be arrested on the spot, meaning the state will charge you the cost of towing and impounding your vehicle. If convicted, you’ll also have to pay for court-ordered DUI courses and to have your license reinstated. But the most expensive consequence to your bank account will be the increase to your insurance premium. According to DMV.org, premium increases after a DUI conviction can last as long as 13 years, carrying the financial toll of the incident well into the future. With all these factors combined, the San Diego- based site estimates that a first-time DUI conviction in California could wind up costing you upward of $45,000. Again, this is without property damage or bodily injuries involved. EMOTIONAL COST Unfortunately, the “best-case scenario” where no one is harmed is not the norm when it comes to DUIs. According to the CDC, 31 percent of car accident deaths in the U.S. involve an alcohol-impaired driver. Even when they aren’t fatal, these kinds of accidents can cause life-altering injuries. Whether a drunk driver sustains these injuries themselves or is liable for causing them to another, the reality is that they will be living with the emotional costs of their decision for the rest of their life. As a law firm that deals both in personal injury and criminal defense, we’ve seen the pain that drunk drivers and the bystanders hurt by their actions have to live through. One mistake can leave a lasting impact on entire families. Take it from us; a little inconvenience and the cost of ridesharing are far better than what a DUI might cost you. Let’s all do our part to make the holidays a little safer for everyone.
BUTTERY ROASTED CHESTNUTS Inspired by Bon Appétit
Whether or not you have an open fire, you can easily roast some chestnuts using this simple, delicious recipe.
INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds fresh chestnuts, unpeeled
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2 teaspoons kosher salt, or more to taste
2–3 sprigs rosemary
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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Pinch of freshly ground nutmeg Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat oven to 450 F. 2. Place a large sheet of foil on a rimmed baking sheet. 3. On a large, flat workspace, place chestnuts flat side down. Using a sharp knife, carve an X on the rounded side of each chestnut. 4. In a large bowl of hot water, soak chestnuts for 1 minute. 5. Pat dry and transfer to a medium bowl. Add rosemary, butter, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Toss to coat and transfer to baking sheet. Arrange in a single layer. Gather the edges of the foil together, leaving an opening at the top.
6. Roast until peels curl up, about 30–45 minutes. 7. Transfer to a platter and serve while hot or warm.
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