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HAVE YOU BEEN THE VICTIM OF UNLAWFUL SOLICITATION?
YOU MIGHT NOT EVEN REALIZE IT
Beware of the helpful tow truck driver or “investigator” at the scene of your car crash giving advice on hiring representation in your personal injury or workers’ compensation case. Unfortunately, some unethical lawyers, a few bad apples in our legal community, are paying kickbacks to tow truck drivers and other individuals to approach accident victims directly without an invitation to solicit representation. These unethical law firms pay these individuals, called “runners” or “cappers,” to monitor police scanners and internet sites such as Twitter and Facebook for information on recent car crashes. After finding a car crash, they go to the scene, contact accident victims and attempt to
hospital, the doctor’s office or a trusted insurance agent’s office and pressure the victim to call “their lawyer.”
The victim might not know that these unethical law firms pay thousands of dollars in kickbacks in untraceable cash or gift cards for each signed accident victim. The capper only referred the victim to their lawyer to get this kickback. You cannot trust these cappers to send you to the best lawyer for you.
Moreover, this unlawful solicitation of accident victims is a crime in Nevada and most other states.
However, just because a person recommends a lawyer does not mean they are doing anything illegal. It’s best to decide on which attorney to hire, but listen to your friends and family, especially if they have experience with the lawyer you’re considering. It is not illegal for a person to recommend an attorney to you if they are not getting paid for their recommendation. If you believe you have been the victim of this type of unlawful solicitation, you have the right to hire a new attorney. You can also void the retainer contract with this lawyer and do not have to pay any attorney’s fee. The attorney engaging in this unethical conduct is committing a crime. You can be sure that an attorney willing to
persuade them to hire their attorney. These cappers are often rideshare drivers or tow truck drivers. Sometimes, the capper claims to be a witness and seems helpful, takes photos at the scene and provides advice. They may offer the victim a rental car and a ride to the attorney’s office. A car wreck victim is often injured, in shock, and under a lot of stress. The capper will often pressure the victim into thinking that contacting the capper’s lawyer is their only choice. The capper might say that if they don’t immediately hire their lawyer, they will not be able to pay their medical bills or get a rental car. Unlawful solicitation does not only occur at the scene of a car wreck. Paid informants at hospitals, medical offices, and insurance agencies also receive kickbacks from unscrupulous lawyers to funnel clients to their offices. These individuals might approach accident victims at the
commit a crime to get your case is not adequately representing your interests in your personal injury case.
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5 TIPS FOR SPENDING NEW YEAR’S EVE ON THE LAS VEGAS STRIP
EXPL RING NEVADA
Drink responsibly: While many New Year’s Eve bundles include an open bar or bottle service, drink some water between cocktails. You’ll thank yourself in the morning. Shop accordingly: Between 6 p.m. Dec. 31 and 6 a.m. Jan. 1, glass containers are banned along The Strip (south of Sahara and north of Sunset Avenue) and on the sidewalks bordering that portion of Las Vegas Boulevard. Keep your drinks in cans or cups. Carry your hotel key with you: Between 11 p.m. and 1 a.m., many hotels require proof that you are a guest to gain access to the property. Make sure you have your key to get back safely at night.
Arrive early: Las Vegas Boulevard gets blocked off for the party at 6 p.m., and with 300,000+ people descending on The Strip, traffic will be bad all night. Don’t plan on parking in a Strip property garage, as most will be full or closed. Avoid the traffic by taking a cab, rideshares, shuttles, or the Las Vegas Monorail. Dress appropriately: If you’re spending time outside, wear layers. Vegas may be warmer than our neighbors to the north, but the desert does get cold at night, and you will want a jacket. Also, backpacks, coolers, and strollers are prohibited on Las Vegas Boulevard between 6 p.m. Dec. 31 – 6 a.m. Jan. 1.
HOW THE GRINCH STOLE OUR HEARTS Behind the Timeless Christmas Tale
The Grinch’s transformation into a cultural icon began with a 1957 children’s book. Author Dr. Seuss had recently experienced great success with “The Cat in the Hat” and was a hot commodity. He published “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” later that same year, and the black-and-white book was an instant smash. The story might have ended there if Dr. Seuss had his way. Dr. Seuss was protective of his creations and didn’t trust them in anyone else’s hands, but his filmmaker friend, Chuck Jones, eventually persuaded him to reconsider. Still, the story required some changes. Jones assigned the Grinch his signature green
Karloff, who provided an alternatingly sneering and tender tone to the production.
Thanks to its full animation technique featuring 25,000 drawings, Variety says “The Grinch” may have been the most expensive television special made until that time. Later, Hollywood upped the ante with a live-action adaptation in 2000 and an animated full-length film in 2018. Both movies were box office successes, but neither has overtaken the 26-minute TV special as our favorite way to enjoy the Grinch.
As regularly as Rudolph does, the Grinch appears on our television screens every December. Despite his negative attitude Why does the Grinch endure? Dr. Seuss based the character on himself, so it may be that there’s a little bit of the Grinch in all of us. Unlike that other well-known holiday-hater Ebenezer Scrooge, he gives those who aren’t full of Christmas cheer a favorable mascot. The Grinch’s wild schemes and comical complaints are more fun than menacing, and his story produces a reliably happy ending. As its greatest gift, an annual viewing can leave even the most hardened Grinch feeling as if their own heart has grown a size or two. 2 725-867-8495 | WWW.CLAGGETTLAW.COM | WORKERS’ COMPENSATION AND PERSONAL INJURY and nefarious intentions, the protagonist of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas!” remains a family favorite more than 55 years after the animated TV special first aired. color, and the Grinch’s dog, Max, was given a more prominent role to increase the special’s runtime. But the songs were the most important of all. The TV special contains nine total musical numbers, the most famous featuring lyrics only Dr. Seuss could have written. “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch” is a hilariously clever song and a highlight of the program. The filmmakers also secured a big win in the voice talents of horror movie legend Boris
BRAIN WORK
CAMP LEJEUNE INJURY CLAIMS
WHOVILLE ROAST BEAST
You’ve probably seen commercials lately about Camp Lejeune injury claims. You may be asking what are these claims all about, and who can file a claim? Here are some answers.
Inspired by TasteMade.com
Ingredients • 1/4 cup brown sugar • 1 tbsp paprika • 2 tsp black pepper • 2 tsp salt • 3 tbsp olive oil • 1 5-lb bone-in rib- eye roast • 3 tbsp butter • 2 heads of garlic, halved Directions
People who lived, worked at, or visited the U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, between 1953 – 1987 could have been exposed to toxic water contaminated with harmful chemicals, including trichloroethylene (TCE) and tetrachloroethylene (PCE), as well as benzene, and many others.
• 2 bay leaves • 4 thyme sprigs
• 2 rosemary sprigs • 1/2 cup beef broth • 1 12-oz bottle of stout beer • 1 15-oz can diced tomatoes (with liquid)
Scientific evidence shows the following medical conditions and diseases may have been caused by toxic water exposure at Camp Lejeune:
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Lung cancer Miscarriage
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Birth defects
Bladder cancer Breast cancer Cardiac effects Cervical cancer
Multiple myeloma
Myelodysplastic syndromes Neurobehavioral effects Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma
1. Preheat oven to 375 F. 2. In a bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, pepper, salt, and olive oil. 3. Place roast in a baking pan and coat with spice mixture. Let marinate uncovered in refrigerator for 1 hour. 4. Place pan on stove over high heat. Brown the roast on all sides, then add butter, garlic, and herbs. 5. When butter melts, add broth, beer, and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. 6. Transfer pan to oven. Braise until meat is tender, up to 2 hours. 7. Remove roast from pan and let rest for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, strain pan juices and put back into pan and boil until reduced by half. When finished, slice roast and serve with pan sauce.
Esophageal cancer Female infertility Hepatic steatosis
Ovarian cancer
Parkinson’s disease
Renal toxicity Scleroderma
Kidney cancer
Leukemia
Liver cancer
In May 2022, the U.S. Legislature created an exception to the rule that the U.S. government is not liable for service members’ injuries. Under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022, service members and their families would be permitted to bring legal action to seek financial relief for their injuries/illnesses resulting from exposure to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune. Certain requirements must be met before qualifying under the Act. Additionally, before filing a lawsuit, the victim must submit an administrative claim and receive a denial. If you have any questions, please reach out to our firm.
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1 Unlawful Solicitation on the Roads 2 You’re a Mainstay, Mr. Grinch 3 Make a Camp Lejeune Claim Whoville Roast Beast Vegas Strip Travel Tips 4 This Game Combines Tag and Parkour
TAG, YOU’RE IT! The History of World Chase Tag
Although tag is best known as a popular children’s game, it’s also a competitive sport. The game combines tag and parkour to create a unique and exhilarating experience for competitors and viewers. But how did this sport come to be, and how do you play it? Let’s find out. It all started in 2012. After playing a game of tag with his son, Christian Devaux started thinking about how he could make this simple and well-loved children’s game into a competitive sport. Devaux told his brother, Damien, about his idea, and the brothers began devising rules to turn the game into a team sport. In 2013, the Devaux brothers began organizing meet-ups for people to play competitive tag, which was a huge success. It quickly gained popularity among parkour athletes and ninja warrior competitors, leading to international competitions. Today, World Chase Tag has gained
tons of interest worldwide, with many parkour gyms and clubs creating their own teams. In addition, the national, continental, and world championships are now broadcast on ESPN2.
How do you play? The basics of the team game are still simple: Players chase their
You can only make tags with your hands, and if you step out of bounds, you lose the match. Sounds easy, right? Well, instead of running on flat surfaces, the chaser and evader are jumping over bars and blocks, sliding under surfaces, and navigating other obstacles as they attempt to get away from their opponent. Who knew a children’s game would gain such popularity in a decade? Did you know this sport existed? We would love to know your thoughts!
opponents and try to tag them. But you must follow a few rules. Two teams compete against each other, with six players on each team. Every match, or chase, is 20 seconds long and consists of one player from each team — the chaser and evader. If the chaser, the one trying to tag the evader, fails to tag their opponent in 20 seconds, the evader’s team gets the point. Each team alternates chasing and evading. Whoever has the most points in 16 matches wins the game.
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