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FEBRUARY 2023
YOU’RE NOT DONE YET …
ALWAYS GET BACK UP!
I was excessively sweaty, my hands were shaking, and I couldn’t hear anything going on around me — all I could hear was my blood pumping through my body. It sounded as if my heart was situated right between my ears, and I think I was more focused on trying not to throw up on myself than the trial going on around me. There’s a first for everything, but this very first trial as a public defender was unlike anything I had ever experienced. When I first started out in my career as an attorney, I underwent two weeks of training and then was handed a stack of files and thrown right into the fire. I went off to court without any assistance. I was on my own. I can still recall the fear surging through my body like electricity. After I made a complete fool of myself in the courtroom that first time, the judge provided the jury with a questionnaire based on my performance, and one of the responses he received suggested I go back to
So, I dusted myself off and picked myself up. I continued to try cases. Admittedly, the next five trials were a little rough, but once I got those under my belt, I was actually able to hear more of what was going on around me in the courtroom — my tunnel vision eased up a bit. After five more cases, I found myself able to respond to what I was hearing. Once I calmed my nerves and continued to press forward, the magic of the courtroom came alive for me. Everything clicked, and I was certain this is where I belonged. It felt good and magical. On Feb. 1, we celebrate National Get Up Day, a day set aside to raise awareness about the importance of getting back up after life knocks you down, because at one point or another, you’ll find yourself tripping over your feet or wiping out pretty hard. As Michael Jordan once said, “It doesn’t matter if you fall down. It’s
whether you get back up.” Had I never bounced back from that very first trial, I may have found success in another career path, but I’m confident I’d never find the passion, joy, and fulfillment doing any other job in this world. I’m right where I was meant to be, and I owe it all to the fact that I was strong enough to get back up after life knocked me down!
Toastmasters, a well-known and trusted public speaking course. I recall feeling embarrassed, discouraged, and intimidated. I’m sure I thought about throwing in the towel right then and there, but I remembered that this is my passion — this is what I had set out to do my whole life. One way or another, I would succeed.
–Case Barnett
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TAKE TIME TO UNPLUG!
checks. You can make a commitment to address them in the morning or maybe the late afternoon.
But during after-hours, establish a hard cutoff time! Inform your employees and clients of your available time frame — set an expectation for more productivity and communication. Choose a second in command. Suppose you’re dedicated to checking out now and then. In that case, it can be beneficial to have someone handle anything that may arise. Consider someone trustworthy and reliable, and give them an overview of day-to-day operations. You can explain what can and cannot be done and alert other employees that all questions and concerns be directed to this person. Make time for yourself. When you’re at work, your main priority is to focus on your business and clients. But when you pack up and head home, you must take time for yourself! Do activities you love, spend quality time with family and friends, and put away your laptop and phone. That email or call can wait until the next business day begins. Pulling the plug on technology can feel intimidating as a business owner, but give it a try! You may be surprised at how refreshed you feel returning to work.
RETURN TO WORK RECHARGED
Though technology makes everyday tasks a bit easier, sometimes, the best thing a business owner can do is unplug and recharge! Running a business is a time-consuming and stressful effort. But by stepping back, you can reset and get a fresh perspective on your work.
Start small. Create small habits if you can’t go an entire day without technology! Try starting your morning
completely unplugged until you get into the office, or step away from your devices for an hour or two during the day. When you start small, you can build from there! Schedule email time. We are all too familiar with an overwhelming email stream. We wake up and fall asleep to it, and if we’re not careful, the constant interruptions can run our entire day! If you want to cut down on screen time, schedule email
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"From our initial conversations, I felt completely at ease. Case's easygoing demeanor coupled with his unswerving compassion and professionalism convinced me I had made the right choice. "The entire team was amazing. Throughout my entire experience (which lasted roughly two years), I always felt like I was the most important client they had. Even now that the experience is behind me, I am grateful for the connection with this team." –Michael F.
This publication is intended to educate the general public about personal injury and elder abuse. It is not intended to be legal advice. Every case is different.
CaseBarnettLaw.com 949-565-4886 REFERRAL FEE PAID Recently Settled Partner Attorney Cases Hands down, one of our favorite aspects of our career and firm is our partner attorney program, which we’ve been facilitating for many years. In 2023, we are going to continue to be working hard to close cases and pay out referral fees to our partner attorneys. After all, teamwork makes the dream work! Who is a partner attorney? Sometimes, we are introduced to clients with cases that fall outside of our wheelhouse. When other attorneys fall into this situation and send us a case because they were unable to represent the client for many reasons, they become partner attorneys to us and join our program. Our referral system is transparent — once a partner attorney comes aboard, they are privy to all the information and details and kept in the loop the entire time. Our partner attorneys trust we will take care of their clients, and when the case settles, they will promptly receive a referral fee from us.
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CURRIED STEAK WITH SCALLION RICE AND PEAS
Inspired by MarthaStewart.com
Perfect for a date night, this budget- friendly recipe is a refreshing take on a rice bowl.
Ingredients
• 1 lb flank steak, room temperature • Kosher salt and ground pepper • 3 tbsp massaman curry paste, divided • 1 1/4 cups white rice • 2 1/2 cups water, divided • 4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided • 1 bunch scallions, thinly sliced, white and light-green parts separated from dark-green tops • 8 oz sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved on the bias
Directions
1. Season steak with salt and pepper. Brush with 1 tbsp curry paste, and let stand 10 minutes. 2. In a saucepan, combine rice, 1 3/4 cups water, 1 tbsp oil, and 3/4 tsp salt. Bring to a boil, then stir, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer about 15 minutes before adding white and light-green scallions. Cover to steam. 3. Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Swirl in 1 tbsp oil. Add the steak, flipping once; cook this for 7–9 minutes, then transfer to a carving board. 4. Reduce the skillet to medium heat, then add 1 tbsp oil and the remaining 2 tbsp curry paste. Cook this for 1 minute. Add 3/4 cup water and cook until reduced, about 30 seconds. Transfer to a bowl and cover. 5. Wipe skillet clean, then add remaining 1 tbsp oil. While stirring, add snap peas. Season with salt and cook this until crisp-tender, about 2–3 minutes. 6. Fluff rice before stirring in scallion tops. Slice steak against the grain, then serve with rice, peas, and curry sauce.
Recently, we have settled:
• An automobile versus pedestrian case for a policy limit of $500,000 (paid referral fee of $33,000)
• A passenger automobile versus automobile
case for an uninsured motorist (UIM) policy limit of $500,000)
If you’re interested in partnering with us and joining our partner attorney program, send us an email at Info@casebarnettlaw.com and let us know what area of law you practice, and we will add you to our partner list. If we ever come across a case you could best assist with, we will send that potential client your way!
When it comes to paying referral fees, we always ensure we follow the California rules of professional conduct. For more information, visit ReferCaseACase.com .
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Page 1 National Get Up Day
Page 2 Ways to Disconnect From Technology
Our Clients Say It Best
Page 3 Referral Fee Paid
Curried Steak With Scallion Rice and Peas
Page 4 A Cinematic Cure for Seasonal Depression
5 FEEL-GOOD MOVIES TO CHASE AWAY THE BLUES Are you stuck in a TV rut and starting to feel down in the dumps? (Thanks, seasonal depression.) If so, check out one of these heartwarming movies for a pick-me-up. Children Network recommends this movie for adults and older kids only.
Jennifer Aniston) as a pageant-obsessed former beauty queen whose daughter, Willowdean, doesn’t fit conventional beauty standards. When Willowdean enters her mom’s pageant in a protest complete with dancing and Dolly Parton tunes, she sparks a small-town
3. ‘Chickenhare and the Hamster of Darkness’ — The plot of this animated movie is as
1. ‘Rescued by Ruby’ — If your family loves dogs, this kid-friendly flick will be a real crowd-pleaser. It stars a pup named Ruby, who starts life as a shelter dog. After a state trooper rescues her, she becomes a search-and-rescue worker who finds and saves people. A true story inspired the uplifting tale, and according to some reviews, you may want to have tissues ready. 2. ‘Yes Day’ — Imagine spending an entire day saying “yes” to everything your kids requested. Congratulations: You’ve stepped into the plot of “Yes Day”! In this film, parents Alison and Carlos go along with their kids’ wildest desires and watch family bonding magic unfold. The Raising
creative as its title! It follows a cartoon hero
named Chickenhare, who is 50% rabbit, 50% bird, and 100% confused about his place in the world. He’s also on a quest with friends to defeat his evil uncle before it's too late. Think
revolution. This movie is recommended for children ages 13 and up.
5. ‘We Can Be Heroes’ — Since its release in 2020,
this superhero movie has quickly become a family favorite.
of the film as a funny, adventurous, family-friendly take on the classic tale “The Ugly Duckling.” 4. ‘Dumplin’ ’ — Mashable called “Dumplin’” “the definition of sweet.” The movie stars Rosie (played by
The story opens with an aliens-versus- superheroes showdown, and when the aliens win and take the heroes hostage, their kids come to the rescue. As the title implies, the film will leave you feeling like you can be a hero, too.
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