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JUNE 2023
HARD WORK PAYS OFF LESSONS FROM MY FATHER
I’m very fortunate to be able to spend Father’s Day with my dad this year. He still lives in the house I grew up in back in Simsbury, Connecticut. It’s an idyllic little town with winding rivers and brooks, a small mountain ridge, and old-fashioned ice cream parlors. It’s also the place where my parents raised me and taught me the value of hard work. But this June 18, he and my mother will be with my family here in California.
“My father taught us to
be meticulous in our work, friendly with our customers, and above all, honest.”
When I was 10 and my brother was 12, we started mowing lawns for our neighbors back in Simsbury. We used two lawnmowers, one my dad bought for our house and one my grandfather fixed up from the dump. Our first customers were our next- door neighbors. One of the houses was for sale, so the owners paid us to keep up the property. We would send invoices every month or two for our work. In the summer, we mowed and watered the grass. In the fall, we’d rake the yard, and in the winter, we’d clear the snow off the driveway and walkways. It was good hard work and paid well. I still keep a copy of an invoice from 1995 as a reminder to always work hard. As word got around, our business picked up. My father taught us to be meticulous in our work, friendly with our customers, and above all, honest. We often worked by the hour, and my dad knew people would want to see their dollars go far. “Be diligent, my son” was a refrain I often heard. He also regularly studied the book of Proverbs with me and my siblings and stressed the importance of its lessons of maintaining a good name and working hard.
Now, as a lawyer, I still strive to live up to the standards my father instilled in me at such a young age. We pride ourselves in giving an honest assessment of a case and working harder than anyone else. At the end of each case, we want everyone to be glad they hired us to represent them. –Paul Harman
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RESCUE DOG’S LEGACY LIVES ON How the World Fell for Frida
Dressed in protective goggles, blue booties, and a matching vest, this incredible rescue dog became a symbol of hope in Mexico. Frida, a cheerful yellow Labrador retriever, was
While the nation was devastated by the disaster, this smiley rescue pup brought worldwide attention to the tragedy. Frida’s dedication (and impeccable style) quickly made her an internet celebrity, and soon, murals of the lifesaving canine graced the walls of Mexico City. Even Captain America, aka Chris Evans, gave Frida a shoutout on Twitter, adding, “What did we do to deserve dogs?” The hero dog then traveled the world, helping countries suffering from the aftermath of disastrous earthquakes. Frida saved lives in Haiti and Ecuador before retiring from her position in 2019 at 10 years old to live the rest of her days in comfort and love. Sadly, the Mexican Navy announced Frida’s passing in November 2022 due to old age. She was 13 years old. In her honor, a magnificent bronze statue of Frida, clad in goggles and boots, stands in front of the Mexican Navy office in Mexico City. On the day of her death, the Mexican Navy changed their Twitter banner to an illustration of Frida and spread the hashtag “#HastaSiempreFrida.” Frida will always be remembered for her lifesaving work and the hope she embodied for the entire world.
a devoted member of the Mexican Navy
known for her search and rescue skills. Trained to find people trapped under rubble after earthquakes, Frida always worked hard to save lives.
Frida became a national hero when a devastating earthquake hit Mexico City in 2017. The 7.1 magnitude earthquake took more than 300 lives and injured many more. While sifting through dangerous debris and aftershocks, Frida saved 12 people after finding them alive while uncovering more than 40 bodies during her lifesaving career.
Who Is Responsible for an Overweight Truck?
As you roll down the highway, you will notice signs that say “WEIGH STATION.” By law, if trucks approach an open weigh station, they must stop at it. Checking the weight of your load is crucial because if your fleet is overweight, it could cause several problems, such as loss of control, tire blowouts, rollovers, or increased velocity while going downhill. If your load is overweight at a weigh station, expect harsh penalties. But who is responsible for an overweight truck? Is it the driver, the shipper, or the company?
to indicate that they are willing to take responsibility. Hand that form to the citing officer before he issues the citation.
If you’re dealing with an overweight citation or any other traffic citation, allow us to assist you! We can provide an aggressive defense for all CDL tickets. Save money and time by getting our expert legal help today!
Before you leave a shipping yard, it’s important that you weigh your vehicle if you think you may be close to the legal limits. If you need to carry an unusually heavy load, you will likely need to obtain a permit. If you get caught driving overweight, an officer may issue a citation to you or to the owner of the vehicle. If you are not personally responsible for loading the truck, ask your employer beforehand to agree to take responsibility for any overweight citation. The California Highway Patrol has a form they can use
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INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE MISSION
Thanks to your 64 referrals in March, we were able to donate $1,280 to fight human trafficking. To learn more about International Justice Mission, please go to IJM.org. MISSION: To protect the poor from violence by rescuing victims, bringing the criminals to justice, restoring survivors to safety and strength, and helping local law enforcement build a safe future that lasts. Our long-term vision is to rescue millions, protect half a billion, and make justice for the poor unstoppable.
No one likes getting pulled over for speeding — especially if you were going over 100 mph. Getting caught speeding can have serious consequences. Because of this, you never want to fight this ticket alone — it’s best to work with an experienced traffic attorney. Here are four reasons you need an attorney to dispute your speeding ticket. THE FINE FOR A CONVICTED 100 MPH SPEEDING TICKET IS COSTLY. Your fee could be between $859 and about $2,200. But the cost of a speeding ticket can extend beyond the fine itself. We will dive deeper into these factors moving forward. THE DMV WILL ADD 2 POINTS TO YOUR RECORD. If you are convicted, the DMV will place 2 Negligent Operator Treatment System (NOTS) points on your driving record. These points are equivalent to a reckless driving or DUI offense! YOUR INSURANCE WILL DRASTICALLY INCREASE. When your policy is up for renewal, the insurance provider will see the conviction and take away your “good driver discount.” Then, if they decide to keep you as a client, they will increase your premium — which can be double or triple what you’re paying now. According to Bankrate, the average California driver pays $2,291 annually for car insurance. However, this could increase to $6,873 a year if a speeding ticket is on your record. This means you could spend over $10,000 in car insurance for just three years. THE JUDGE CAN SUSPEND YOUR LICENSE. If you’re convicted of driving over 100 mph, the judge can suspend your license for 30 days for a first offense. If your livelihood depends on your being on the road, you can’t afford to pay that price! Fighting a ticket for driving over 100 mph alone is risky. By connecting with Bigger & Harman, we may be able to help you avoid paying the total fine, keep the points off your driving record, prevent your insurance rates from increasing, and persuade the judge to refrain from suspending your license. So, if you or someone you know recently received a ticket for driving over 100 mph, please allow us to assist you! Don’t hesitate to give our office a call today.
“But those who are waiting for the Lord will have new strength; they will get wings like eagles: running, they will not be tired, and walking, they will have no weariness.”
ISAIAH 40:31
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Our Hard Work Paid Off..................................... PAGE 1
A Furry Hero in Mexico....................................... PAGE 2
The Consequences of Being Overweight....... PAGE 2
Don’t Challenge a Speeding Ticket Alone!...... PAGE 3
Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!................ PAGE 4
Have a ticket in California? Give us a call, and we’ll help you out! Regardless of the location, we can point you in the right direction free of charge!
Monkey Around This Summer CHECK OUT SOME OF AMERICA’S BEST ZOOS
Summer is one of the best times of the year to travel. Kids are out of school and want to do something fun every weekend, which can be difficult to accommodate if you’ve already exhausted your local options. If you’re looking to travel, you can visit a beach, take in the sights and sounds of an amusement park, or spend some time with animals while visiting a zoo. Nearly every state in our country has a handful of zoos or aquariums, but some stand above the rest.
indoor desert that maintains an authentic desert ecosystem. This is a must-visit for any animal lover in your family.
THE BRONX ZOO You don’t usually think about seeing exotic animals when you visit New York City, but the Bronx Zoo is one of the best places to view animals in America. Opened in 1899, the Bronx Zoo is responsible for many of the advancements relating to animal captivity. This was one of the first zoos to ditch cages for natural environments and create an animal hospital. With over 6,000 species, there’s an animal for everyone at the Bronx Zoo. THE LIVING DESERT ZOO AND GARDENS While the San Diego Zoo is often boasted as California’s largest and best zoo, another zoo is worth checking out. The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens outside Palm Springs has entertained visitors for decades. There are events at this zoo every day, one of the most popular being the keeper connections and animal encounters, where you get up close and personal with the animals while learning more about their habitats and lifestyles.
Here are three of the best zoos you can visit in the U.S.
OMAHA’S HENRY DOORLY ZOO AND AQUARIUM The Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha, Nebraska, is consistently ranked as one of the top five zoos in the
world. It prides itself on hosting rare, endangered animals you can’t see elsewhere. It has the world’s largest nocturnal exhibit, and one of the
major highlights is the Desert Dome, an 84,000-square-foot
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