America on the Silver Screen 5 PATRIOTIC MOVIES THE FAMILY WILL LOVE
‘An American Tail’ Follow Fievel the Russian mouse as he immigrates to America with his family in 1885. With action and anxiety-inducing antics, “An American Tail” provides younger children with history and a glimpse at the beauty of the American Dream. Plus, it’s nostalgia fodder for their parents, who likely grew up with Fievel and his family! ‘A League of Their Own’ Packed with Hollywood stars, “A League of Their Own” is inspired by the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League. Created in the depths of World War II, the league ran for 12 seasons. In the movie, two sisters must find a way to overcome their personal differences to make their baseball league a standout sport. (If you enjoy the movie, be sure to watch Amazon’s TV series!) ‘Mr. Smith Goes to Washington’ This is one black-and-white film your politically active teens may enjoy. When Jefferson Smith becomes a U.S. senator, he’s taken under the wing of Senator John Paine, but Smith soon learns Paine has more nefarious ambitions. In the film, your family will see Congress in action — and a little ribbing, too!
“You’re killin’ me, smalls!” is probably what you will say to your kiddo when
they say they haven’t watched “The Sandlot.”You may even discover they haven’t seen many America-themed classics! So, we have just the lineup for your next family movie night. In the spirit of Independence Day, check out these family-friendly American movie favorites. ‘The Sandlot’ An obvious choice but a good one, “The Sandlot” follows a group of neighborhood kids in the 1960s who gather at the local baseball diamond to play ball. It chronicles the feeling of summertime freedom, the gut-wrenching fear of local legends, the awkwardness of first crushes, and the true meaning of friendship. Plus, that Fourth of July scene will have the family in stitches! ‘National Treasure’ You may be surprised to learn that “National Treasure” is an action- packed movie with a PG rating! Loaded with history, the movie follows a passionate historian and a team of unlikely heroes as they search for a hidden treasure, and the location has been written on the back of the Declaration of Independence. (Be sure to check out the sequel, too, and the third movie, which is slated for a 2022 release.)
Check your local library or favorite streaming service to watch these titles.
The Right to Remain Silent WHAT NOT TO SAY AFTER AN ACCIDENT
You probably know that anyone under arrest has the right to remain silent. But you don’t have to be in handcuffs to watch what you say. Sometimes, not speaking is the best policy, and that’s certainly true after an automobile accident — because anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law.
occurred, say so. If you say you were traveling 30 mph, but it turns out you were going 35 mph, the discrepancy can be used against you. Keep your answers as noncommittal as possible so you won’t contradict yourself if you remember other details later. The same goes for your health. If you don’t notice any injuries immediately after an accident, you may feel inclined to say, “I feel fine.” But some conditions take time to show up or may not be immediately noticeable due to adrenaline, and the insurance company will hold the statement against you later. Similarly, the insurance company asking how you’re feeling is a trap, and you should simply respond, “I’m undergoing treatment.” Finally, always decline to give a recorded statement to the insurance company. They’re trying to find inconsistencies that could add up to large amounts of money taken off your claim. Tricks like these are why you should secure legal representation as soon as possible after an accident. The Law Offices of Marc L. Shapiro help people in these situations every day. Call us to schedule a consultation and learn more about protecting your rights after an accident at AttorneyShapiro.com/blog.
Every time an insurance company pays out a claim, it negatively affects its profit. So, they’ll use every opportunity to protect their bottom line. After a collision, remain quiet as much as possible and avoid saying something that could come back to haunt you later. First, never say anything that can imply you were at fault for the accident. Most people don’t realize that’s what they’re doing when they make incriminating statements. “I didn’t see them,” for example, will make it sound like you weren’t paying attention. And avoid the impulse to apologize to the other driver. Even though it feels natural, a simple “sorry” can hurt or ruin your claim.
Also, avoid any form of speculation, and don’t lie. For example, if you’re unsure of the exact speed you were traveling at when the accident
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