What Ken & Carroll Teach Us About Perseverance The Truth About Lyman Beginning a Journey Starts with Dedication to Transparency 2860 Piedmont Road, Suite 275, Atlanta, GA 30305 T: 404 267 1986 F: 470 745 0699 lymanfirm.com The Lyman Firm Newsletter TELEGRAPH Amicus Curiae www.LymanFirm.com 404-267-1986 February 2019 The Lyman Firm Newsletter
NOVEMBER 2019
As we approach the Thanksgiving season, I’m reminded of how lucky we all are. We’re very fortunate we can hold people accountable for their actions. However, the journey is not always comfortable. There is one story of hardship and perseverance that will put that gratefulness into perspective for anyone. It’s also what the gear head in your family is most thankful for this holiday season — the theatrical release of “Ford v Ferrari”! The movie seems to take what was a corporately driven mandate and distills it down to the raw human elements that make the story so compelling. In the early 1960s, Henry Ford II wanted to show the world the Ford Motor Company could compete in motorsports on a grand scale. He sought to buy Ferrari to gain a competitive edge. While going over the contract, Enzo Ferrari found one detail that set everything that followed into motion. Ford planned on buying not only the automotive company but also the racing division. During a meeting between the two companies, Ferrari underlined this stipulation in purple ink and proceeded to throw insults at Henry and the other Ford representatives before storming out of the room. After the frustration and embarrassment Ford suffered, he gave his chief engineer one clear objective: “Go to Le Mans and beat Ferrari’s ass.” Ford and the entire team soon realized this was going to be no easy task. The team experienced an assortment of challenges and issues for two years. Even with the duo of Carroll Shelby as the head engineer and Ken Miles as the primary driver, it was an mountains, and urban development representing ever-expanding opportunities. Being a native of North Atlanta, I hav spe t most of my life in this fair state, cultivating both my character and my profession as I gr w up. Now, I have a distinct opportunity to help those around me in ways I hadn’t an icipated in my younger day . I l ad The Lyman Firm as a pro d curator of justice for the everyday person, somebody who might ot have gotten a fair hake before they met me. I believe on person can b the face f a greater movement, and these are the everyday people — the hero s — I work for as I drive our c es forward to the full st extent within our egal system, fighting for wh t’s right. My passions were ’ alway f r courtr om thrills, though. Growing up in Smyrna, I sought to cha e a different kind of rush: t e roar of the acetr ck. I wasn’t half ba either, eventually taking my hobby for auto acing fr m amateur status in 2004 all t e way to semi-pro in 2007. Unfortunately, like so many other things that went down along with the economy the following year, my racing career cr shed in 2008. Sh ttered by the ab upt end to my racing journey due to a lack of financing, “I believe one person can be the face of a greater movement, and these are th everyday people — th heroes — I work for as I drive our cases forward to the fullest extent within our legal system, fighting for what’s right.” G eorgia is a blue-collar state — a grassroots mix of farmland,
engineer, Ken was a skilled mechanic. If he wasn’t the fastest guy in the morning, he would be by the end of the day. Their story is reminiscent of a David and Goliath tale, which is a story most of us know well, one we all can identify with and find value in. Their take on grassroots ingenuity is similar to how we handle our cases. would be possible. But I also have a second family of sorts in my clients, whom I treat with th resp ct and attention a person is o ed whenever they find t y’re backed in a corner and need help. The pleasure I get from representing good, honest people in the courtroom is unrivaled when compared to the other fields of profession I’ve engaged in life. Oftentimes, I ask clie t to hare the names of the ttorneys th y’ve worked with on other cases. Almost none of them are able to muster an answ r — the names of their lawyers completely lost in the tides f life’s trials. That’s when I tell them that there are a million different lawy rs ut there doing a mi lion different things, bu when I take on your case for a serious injury or a wrongful death suit, you’ll remember me as a man o gave you the best possible chance while shooting you straight y st p of the way. My clients and I will spend time building a strong case we’re proud of to hold well- established insurance companies accountable. At times, the process is rather complicated for my clients, but with a little perseverance and ingenuity, as exemplified by Ken and Carroll, we’re able to get our clients what they deserve. If you ever have any questions or concerns regarding your case, call me at 404-267-1986 or visit my website at LymanFirm.com. -Thomas J. Lyman -Thomas J. Lyman James and three-year-old daughter Cleo — I am fully immersed in the fun-loving, homely, and exciting life of my family. They are my foundation, and without them nothing
I began to look for a new avenue to pour my passions into.
uphill battle competing with the likes of Ferrari and Porsche on a world scale. As we grow older and further away from our teens and 20s, we begin to realize that life isn’t always about going fast, both literally and metaphorically. It was during my post racing downtime t at I realized I w nted to go back to school at Georgia State. After spending years as a writer and edit r, I discovered a d followed my ewfound calling and began practicing law fter gr duating from law school. After y ars of unparalleled grit, drive, and success in the field of law, I was fortunat enough t b able to open my wn practice in January of 2018. This new venture has even allowed me to work alongside my brother, a paralegal nd case manager, in what has been one of the most exciting perio s of my life. For now, our plans for the future include an imminent expansion of th firm nd growing the company in w ys at still allow us to keep our fundam ntal alues and operations in check. Racing was life for Carroll Shelby and Ken Miles. During that time, it was a golden age for racing in a postwar, booming economy. Servicemen and women who learned valuable skills in the army were left with an assortment of mechanical skills and free time, so many took to the track, like Ken Miles. And people from modest farming backgrounds could build automotive businesses, like Carroll Shelby. Up to that point in the industry, though, races were basically predetermined by whoever had the biggest wallet and the most time to work on their vehicle. While being backed by Ford, the duo didn’t have the finances of Ferrari. Nor did they have the decades of data and experience Ferrari had. They had to utilize their grassroots American ingenuity to compete with the old guard of European auto racing. Ken and Carroll were just regular guys. While Carroll was the head At ome wi h my wife Linds y beside e, and our two children — our fiv -year-old son
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The Sport That United a Country THE 1995 RUGBY WORLD CUP
In early November, the 2019 Rugby World Cup will wrap up in Japan. The international competition brings out world-class athletes and entertainment. While matches are certainly intense, respect for the competition and for referees is a core tenet of rugby culture. After going head-to-head with an opponent, you’ll still shake hands, and maybe have a beer together, at the end of a match. This principle was on full display nearly 25 years ago at the 1995 Rugby World Cup final in South Africa. The South African Springboks were up against the New Zealand All Blacks, and a number of factors made this an exceptional match. Just a few years earlier in 1991, apartheid legislation had been repealed in South Africa. The policy had left a deep cut, and the country still had a long journey toward healing and reparation. Nelson Mandela, who had been elected in 1994, was set on championing a “rainbow nation” in this new post-apartheid era.
game. It was controversial because of its connection to the architects of apartheid, but Mandela saw rugby’s potential as a symbol of hope and unity for a country that desperately needed it. Springboks captain Francois Pienaar (played by Matt Damon in “Invictus,” the film adaptation of this event) thought the president’s support of the team was a brilliant act. “During those six weeks, what happened in this country was incredible,” Pienaar said. Just before the final game that would decide the 1995 World Cup winners, Mandela sported a Springboks jersey and stood behind the team. Through a hard-fought match, South Africa came out on top, and, after receiving the trophy from President Mandela, Pienaar explained the atmosphere of the event: “When the final whistle blew, this country changed forever.” If the 1995 World Cup was any indication, the camaraderie inherent to rugby can transcend all kinds of barriers. Meet a fellow rugby player or fan in any part of the world, and you’ll likely forge an instant kinship. In 2021, you can look forward to cheering on the women’s teams during the Rugby World Cup in New Zealand.
Rugby started in England in the late 1800s, and colonizers took it to South Africa, where South Africans of every color embraced the
Legend of the Pirate Queen CHING SHIH: HISTORY’S MOST SUCCESSFUL PIRATE
From Blackbeard to Jack Sparrow, pop culture teems with pirates who frequented the ports of the Caribbean. And while these pirates are well-known for their (sometimes fictional) accomplishments, the most successful pirate in history terrorized the seas of China instead. Her name was Ching Shih. Ching Shih, who was born Shih Yang, was working in a Cantonese brothel when she met the pirate Zheng Yi. He came from a long family of notorious pirates and was impressed by Ching Shih’s cunning. They married in 1801 and built a pirate empire known as the Red Flag Fleet. When Zheng Yi passed away suddenly in 1807, Ching Shih strategically maneuvered her way into leadership, taking control of over 60,000 pirates. Historians describe Ching Shih as a brilliant military strategist, a skilled businesswoman, and a harsh disciplinarian. After taking control of the fleet, Ching Shih implemented a strict code of conduct. The code included rules for distributing booty, protecting female captives, and beheading anyone who disobeyed Ching Shih. Under her rule, the bloody crimes of piracy became a profitable business. The Red Flag Fleet would eventually clash with the British Empire, the Portuguese Empire, and the Qing dynasty of China, but no one could topple the pirate queen.
office of a local governor-general, completely unarmed, and requested full pardons and government jobs for her entire crew— along with permission to keep all their stolen goods. In exchange, she promised to give up piracy for good. Thankful to be free of the Red Flag Fleet, the Chinese government agreed to her terms. Ching Shih’s second husband was even made an officer in the Chinese navy. Ching Shih returned to Canton with her vast wealth and spent the next 34 years living a life of comfort with her family and running a gambling den. In 1844, the legendary pirate queen passed away of old age at 69, a rare feat for pirates of her era.
After almost a decade of pillaging the high seas, Ching Shih decided piracy wasn’t the best retirement plan. In 1810, she walked into the
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GET MORE BANK FOR YOUR BUCK Take Full Advantage of Your Financial Institution
Whether you’re banking with a credit union or a national giant, your financial institution likely offers more resources, account options, and saving plans than you’re using — or even aware of. As one NerdWallet article puts it, “Banks and credit unions continue to find new ways to both delight and confound customers.” If you focus on the delights, you can get more bang for your buck out of the financial institution you’re already using. Plus, there’s a good chance you’ll pick up new ways to stretch your retirement fund, grow your investments, and pass nest eggs to your grandkids along the way. Take these two easy steps to get started. 1. Get Clicking Even for someone with plenty of internet savvy, bank websites can be intimidating. Most are filled with tabs and portals that overwhelm customers, causing them to limit their interactions to plugging in a username and password to check their balance. Don’t fall into that trap! If you want to get a complete picture of what your bank has to offer, its website is the place to start. Next time you log in, set aside an hour or two to explore the site tab by tab. Take note of products and services you might not be using, like mobile banking apps, 24-hour hotlines, continuing education, and additional account options and their interest rates. Schwab, for example, offers a free online learning center complete with seminars, one-on-one financial advice, and more than 300 informative articles and videos. 2. Schedule a Sit-Down If your bank has a brick-and-mortar location near you, make a point to visit it. While there, take the time to learn about the latest updates from the reading materials on offer, make an appointment with a financial analyst, or speak with a bank teller. It’s in your bank’s interest to see your accounts grow, so representatives are happy to help. If you’ve already explored your bank’s website, this is the time to ask follow-up questions on what you found or make a financial move in a new direction. Whether you’ve decided on a 529 plan or a high-interest checking account, your banking representative can make it happen.
THE BEST LEFTOVER TURKEY SANDWICH
Inspired by FoodNetwork.com
Ingredients
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2 slices sourdough bread
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1/3 cup leftover dressing or stuffing
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2 tbsp Dijon mustard
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2 tbsp leftover gravy
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2 slices Swiss cheese
• 1 tbsp butter, room temperature Note: Don’t worry if you don’t have all the leftovers required.
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1/3 cup shredded leftover turkey
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3 tbsp leftover cranberry sauce
Directions
1. Coat inside of each bread slice withmustard and a slice of cheese. Place turkey and cranberry sauce on one slice and dressing and gravy on the other. 2. Combine sandwich and spread butter on both sides. 3. In a panini maker or large skillet, grill until crispy and golden brown. 4. Slice and serve.
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My Life in the Courtroom, the Home, and the Racetrack What to Be Thankful for This Thanksgiving
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3 Wild Divorce Settlements Ways to Invest in Yourself After Retirement Bistecca Alla Fiorentina The Most Iconic Super Bowl in NFL History The Best Leftover Turkey Sandwich How to Get More From Your Bank The 1995 Rugby World Cup History’s Most Successful Pirate
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The Legend of Sergeant Reckless
The 5-Second Rule Will Make You Sick 3 Health Myths You Probably Believe THE GREATEST AMERICAN WAR HORSE THE LEGEND OF SERGEANT RECKLESS
We live in the golden age of information. The answers tomany of life’s questions are just an internet search away. Despite this readily available wisdom, we still have a bad habit of believing health-relatedmyths. Here are three popular health“facts”that are total works of fiction. Animals have acted as companions to humankind for thousands of years. They’re a near-constant source of companionship, comfort, and aid. Unfortunately, military animals don’t often get the recognition they deserve. One horse, in particular, was essential to the success of her regiment during the KoreanWar. Meet Sergeant Reckless. Bought for $250 in 1952 by a U.S. Marine Corps lieutenant at a Seoul racetrack, Sergeant Reckless was trained to carry ammunition for the 5th Marine Regiment. Her name was a play on the“recoilless”rifle ammunition she carried and a nod to the daredevil attitude of the soldiers who used them. Reckless was pivotal for her regiment inmore ways than one. As Robin Hutton notes in her book“Sgt. Reckless: America’sWar Horse,” “Because horses are‘herd’animals, the Marines became her herd. She bonded so deeply with them that Reckless would go anywhere and do anything to help her adopted family.” THE 5-SECOND RULE KEEPS FOOD SAFE Obviously germs and bacteria don’t really wait five seconds to pounce, but snatching your chip off the floor fast keeps most of the germs away, right? Not according to a 2006 study published by Dr. Paul Dawson. He found conclusive evidence that when food comes into contact with a contaminated surface, bacteria are transferred immediately. Even one second spent on tile, wood, or carpet is enough to infest your food with salmonella or another serious contaminant.
BOTTLEDWATER IS SAFER THAN TAP WATER Sergeant Reckless’ greatest achievement occurred during the final stages of the Battle of Outpost Vegas. During the bloody five-day campaign, Reckless made 51 trips to resupply guns over the course of a single day. By the end of the battle, she had carried 386 rounds of ammunition by walking 35 miles through rice paddies and mountain trails. After dropping off the ammunition, Reckless would then bring wounded soldiers back to safety. Reckless was trained to lie down when under fire and avoid barbed wire, and her ability to do so without needing human command saved many lives during the battle. Reckless would close out her war career with two Purple Hearts and the rank of staff sergeant. She spent the rest of her years at Camp Pendleton in California. To learn more about this legendary mare, be sure to check out “Sgt. Reckless: America’s War Horse” by Robin Hutton. Seeking out safer water alternatives increases the sales of bottled “spring water” each year. However, bottled water is more expensive, bad for the environment, and, as Dr. Morton Tavel of the Indiana University School of Medicine pointed out, over 50 percent of bottled water is just filtered tap water. The same effect can be achieved with a home filtration system. Of course, if the tap water in your area has been contaminated, bottled water is a safer alternative. However, in most circumstances, bottled water is no healthier than tap water. CRACKING YOUR KNUCKLES CAUSES ARTHRITIS The connection between knuckle-cracking and arthritis came from studies where participants self-reported their habits. Modern medical research has shown these results to be false.
The official stance from the John Hopkins Arthritis Center states, “There is no evidence that cracking knuckles causes any damage such as arthritis in the joints.” Still, chronic knuckle- cracking can lead to reduced grip strength, so you might want to break the habit anyway. You’ve probably heard these myths for years, but just because something is common knowledge doesn’t mean it is true. With information so easily available, always take the time to research the facts, especially when it comes to your health.
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