A AND THE LAW
G, TACTICS TO AVOID
STAY AWAY FROM THE DOTTED LINE. If your TBI resulted from another person’s negligence — such as being struck by a careless driver — you will likely be contacted by the at-fault party’s insurer to gather information. You may be asked to sign a medical release form that allows the company to review your medical history to determine the extent of the injuries you’ve sustained and its financial obligation
to settle the claim. Unfortunately, gaining access to your health history also enables the insurer to uncover preexisting conditions or other medical situations it can use to its advantage to lower the amount of money it offers you — and why you never agree to give an insurer the keys to your health history until
TAKE A BREAK
you’ve consulted a personal injury attorney. If you or a loved one has sustained a TBI or suspects one has occurred based on persistent symptoms, contact us today to discuss ways to avoid common insurance tactics and stay the course toward a positive legal outcome.
ASPARAGUS CASHEW RICE PILAF
Insight STATS, STRUGGLES, AND SOLUTIONS LONG-LASTING LOSSES In addition to the aforementioned effects, spinal injuries often result in a slew of related complications. Common issues include osteoporosis, urinary tract infections, pressure ulcers, respiratory conditions, and sexual dysfunction. These injuries also have a considerable impact on mental health, as spinal injury victims experience higher rates of depression. The economy also suffers Reducing the number of automobile accidents is essential to curb the rise of spinal cord calamities. Administered by WHO, the United Nations Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021–2030 is an initiative to reduce road traffic-related injuries and deaths globally by 50 percent over the next few years. Efforts include calling for improved roadway and vehicle designs, increased law enforcement, and elevated emergency medical care for injured parties. because victims often can’t work or attend school. SEVERE CIRCUMSTANCES, GLOBAL SOLUTIONS
Inspired by AllRecipes.com
INGREDIENTS •
1/4 cup butter
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2 1/4 cups vegetable broth Salt and pepper, to taste 1/2 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces 1/2 cup cashew halves
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2 oz uncooked spaghetti, broken into bite-size pieces
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1/4 cup minced onion 1/2 tsp minced garlic 1 1/4 cups uncooked jasmine rice
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DIRECTIONS 1. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt butter. 2. Stir in spaghetti and cook until coated and lightly browned. 3. Stir in onion and garlic and cook for 2 minutes until tender. 4. Stir in rice and cook for 5 minutes. Add the broth and season with salt and pepper. 5. Bring mixture to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and cook for 20 minutes. 6. In a separate saucepan, cover asparagus with water and cook until tender. Drain water. 7. Mix asparagus and cashews into rice and serve warm. 3
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