Medlin Law Firm November 2018

A HOLIDAY TRADITION NO ONE PREPARES FOR

Have You Been Injured by a Drunk Driver?

This time of year, everyone seems to be dusting off old family traditions as they prepare for the merriment on the horizon. The staple this month is, of course, enjoying plates full of delicious food with your closest family members and friends. Next month, you’ll likely dress up for an ugly-sweater party, exchange white-elephant presents, sip some eggnog, and watch “A Christmas Story” on TV at least 10 times. Alongside these joyous holiday customs, unfortunately, there are darker traditions associated with the season: increased alcohol misuse and drunk driving. There is a dramatic increase in DUI offenses and other alcohol- related issues in the period between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day. In fact, the statistics are sobering. Drunk drivers are responsible for 40 percent of highway deaths that occur from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Day. Because people are traveling to see their families, more drivers are on the road. And because 16 percent of adults admit that they drink more than usual during the holidays, the plausibility of drunk-driving accidents is exponentially higher. In fact, Scram Systems predicts that by the end of this year, 25,000 people will be injured in alcohol- related traffic accidents.

us for help after being injured by a drunk driver. In cases like these, our attorneys know that their job doesn’t stop when the neglectful driver is held accountable for his or her actions. Our attorneys will also connect you with rehabilitation resources like physical therapists or chiropractors they know and trust. Because some of our teammembers were involved in accidents that caused severe injuries, they know that proper rehabilitation is just as vital as your winning day in court to getting you back on your feet. If you or someone you know has been injured by a drunk driver, please give our office a call at 817-476-2918 so we can give you the help you need and deserve.

Here at Medlin Law Firm, our attorneys are well aware of these statistics and have noticed an increase of clients coming to

A Simple Brine FOR SUCCULENT TURKEY

Brain Buster

Ingredients

3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons kosher salt

3/4 cup sugar

1 carrot, peeled and diced

1 large onion, peeled and diced

1 tablespoon black peppercorns

1/4 cup celery, diced

1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 1/4 teaspoon fennel seeds (optional)

2 large sprigs thyme

2 bay leaves

Directions

1. In a large stock pot, bring salt, sugar, and 4 cups water to a boil. Stir until all ingredients are dissolved. 2. Turn off heat and add remaining ingredients. Place brine in the fridge, uncovered, until cold. 3. Add 6 quarts cold water to brine. Add turkey and submerge completely. Brine chilled for up to 72 hours.

Inspired by Bon Appétit magazine

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