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MEET THE SUPERSTARS OF CASE BARNETT LAW
By and large, the backbone of our firm is our team. Their dedication, hard work, skills, and commitment allow us to deliver the very best for our clients. They are the lifeblood of Case Barnett Law. In honor of Labor Day, I’d like to take the opportunity to shout out each person who has a hand in ensuring our clients are taken care of and treated like family. PAIGE is one of our senior litigation paralegals and has been interested in the legal field since she symbolizes our core values and beliefs and works hard to support every single client.
Rachelle listens and empathizes with them. She always goes above and beyond to take care of everyone who gets in touch with our firm. JEANETTE our
trial attorney, is fearless — it’s her superpower. She takes on tasks and
She is currently enrolled in a course to learn how to better advocate for crime victims and improve her skills — she is a huge believer in continuing education. RACHELLE Our managing partner, Rachelle, is often our saving grace. She
does the dirty work that many people, quite frankly, don’t want to do. She has the incredible ability to wear
was 12. Her work ethic is incredible — she is tenacious and eager to learn as much as she can and help each client individually. She has a passion for assisting clients and loves what we do. What sets Paige apart is that she understands the importance of communicating with our clients. She knows being kept in the dark feels frustrating and does her best to keep our clients informed every step of the way. Outside of work, Paige loves caring for her new baby and spending time with family. JAZMINE is our second senior litigation paralegal
many hats and stay smooth and steady as she juggles multiple things. The amazing thing about her is that with so much on her plate, she manages to make it look effortless. She truly is unstoppable. At home, Jeanette has one daughter and another baby on the way — we cannot wait! We are blessed to have a team of professionals that brings our vision, morals, and values to life to best serve our clients. Our clients often come to us during the most difficult times in their lives, and it makes me proud to know they are in the very capable hands of our team members!
handles a lot of client intake and outreach and communicates with just about every
person who contacts our firm. Her role can be extremely challenging at times because even if we aren’t able to assist certain individuals with their cases,
They are the lifeblood of Case Barnett Law.
and is deeply committed to our clients and the process. She
–Case Barnett
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FROM DRAB TO FAB DIY Epoxy Coating for a Beautiful and Resilient Garage Floor
Have you ever walked into someone’s garage and noticed how slick and clean the floor looks? Most of the time, the homeowner has applied an epoxy coating to their garage floor to give it a sleek look. When done right, epoxy protects against motor oil, gasoline, bleach, and other common chemicals, while also making the floor scratch and stain resistant. The best part about this product is that you can apply it yourself fairly easily for a much lower cost than if you hired a contractor. You’ll need to purchase a concrete degreaser, an epoxy flooring kit, painter’s tape, a 3-inch paintbrush, a 9-inch paint roller, and eye protection before starting. Keep in mind that epoxy works best when used on concrete flooring without serious cracks or chips. To start the process, you’ll need to clean your garage floor with a broom or shop vac. Next, wet the floor with a hose and apply a degreaser. Follow the instructions on the degreaser’s packaging. Once that’s done, you’ll need to etch the concrete.
Put on your safety glasses and wear long sleeves for this part of the job. Be sure to follow the directions provided by the etching solution manufacturer before applying it to the floor and working it into the concrete. Wait 20-30 minutes after applying your etching solution, then rinse the floor again with a hose. Once it dries completely, apply painter’s tape along the bottom edge of the walls. Now it’s time to mix your epoxy. Every mixture is slightly different, so pay careful attention to the instructions to ensure you wait the specified time before mixing, letting the mixture rest, and applying it to the floor. Factor working time into your project, as the epoxy will harden within two hours. Apply the mixture to the floor as soon as it’s ready. Spread the epoxy on your floor with a paint roller and add color chips if you wish. After you’ve applied the epoxy to the floor, you need to wait 24 hours before you walk on it and at least five days before you can park your car on it. After that, it’s good to go and should last several years.
OUR CLIENTS SAY IT BEST " I was referred to Case Barnett by an attorney in Utah that was encouraging me to settle my case involving a semi truck for a small amount. They were not willing to take it to court, given that the trial would have had to be in California. Case Barnett and his staff took the case and followed through with it and kept me updated regularly over the time it took to finally settle for an amount ten times the amount the first attorney was willing to settle for. I would recommend Case Barnett for any of your attorney needs." —Stephen B.
This publication is intended to educate the general public about personal injury and elder abuse. It is not intended to be legal advice. Every case is different.
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HOW OUR TEAM FLOURISHED THE REMOTE WORK ADVANTAGE: Back in 2020, right when the pandemic first hit, Nicole became extremely sick with COVID-19. Because we saw how sick she was and how serious the virus was, we did not hesitate to send our employees home to work remotely — and we haven’t gone back! Today, the nation (and world) is still recovering from the pandemic. Some businesses have ditched the remote work approach, and others, like us, have found some incredible benefits and decided to stick with it. Throughout this time, we have acquired some incredibly valuable assets for our firm, one of which is our team. The people we have now are the best we’ve ever had, and returning to brick-and-mortar operations would mean losing them, which is a no-go! Our priority is the health and happiness of our employees, which directly translates to client happiness. We firmly believe that if we take care of our team, they will do their best to take care of our clients.
Inspired by TasteOfHome.com HONEY-PECAN CHICKEN BREASTS
Ingredients
• 2 6-oz boneless, skinless chicken breast halves • 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder • 1/8 tsp black pepper • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tbsp butter • 3 tbsp honey • 2 tbsp finely chopped pecans
Directions
1. Pound chicken with a meat mallet to 1/2-inch thickness. Sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. 2. In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium heat; brown chicken on both sides. Cook covered until chicken is no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes, turning once. 3. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with pecans. Cook covered until chicken is glazed, about 2–3 minutes. LAUGH LAWS
Here are a few (of the many) other benefits we have found so far in our decision to remain remote.
More Flexibility Remote work provides our employees with more flexible work schedules, allowing them to better balance their personal and professional responsibilities.
Accessibility to the Best Talent As we mentioned, working remotely lets us recruit talent from a diverse geographic area.
Enhanced Productivity Our employees report higher levels of productivity due to fewer distractions and the ability to create customized work environments. Cost Savings The costs of keeping the office building open are vastly reduced. Rent, utilities, and overhead expenses can be kept at a minimum, and team members have the perks of saving on commute and travel expenses! The Bottom Line Are we glad we decided to remain remote? Yes, we are thrilled! Advances have changed the face of the legal industry — many depositions and mediations are now remote — so in our book, it’s the way to go!
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Page 1 Meet the Superstars of Case Barnett Law
Page 2 Your Garage Floor Makeover Awaits
Our Clients Say It Best
Page 3 The Remote Work Advantage: How Our Team Flourished
Honey-Pecan Chicken Breasts
Page 4 Unsinkable Sam: The Feline Hero of WWII
HOW A WWII CAT SURVIVED 3 SHIP SINKINGS THE STORY OF UNSINKABLE SAM
Now on the right side of history, Sam lived with the British crew for the next few months as they performed convoy escort duties — until a torpedo struck the HMS Cossack in October 1941, killing all 139 members aboard. Except for Sam. Once again, Sam clung to a wooden plank and floated safely to the nearby shore of Gibraltar, a British Overseas Territory. British service members who found him ashore put two and two together and realized the cat — the very one their fellow servicemen saved in 1939 — was the only survivor of HMS Cossack, earning him the nickname "Unsinkable Sam." The group in Gibraltar was from the HMS Ark Royal crew, and of course, they loaded Sam aboard when it was time to launch. But as Sam's luck would have it, a torpedo struck the HMS Ark Royal just a month later, leaving him once again clinging to a floating plank near a boat launch back in Gibraltar. Luckily, Sam's boating days were over, and he was honorably transferred to the position of "mouse hunter" in the building of the governor-general in Gibraltar. Eventually, the British restationed their favorite floating feline to a "home for sailors" in Belfast, where he lived for the rest of his days until his peaceful passing in 1955.
You've heard the saying, "Cats have nine lives," and while there are countless tales of cats falling from trees or high- above windows, one cat put this theory to the test, earning himself the name "Unsinkable Sam."
Sam's original name was "Oscar," and his legacy began aboard the
Bismarck, one of the two first-class Nazi battleships in World War II. The Bismarck (with Sam) was launched on Feb. 14, 1939, and soon after engaged in battle with The Prince of Wales, an Allied battleship. The Nazi ship was severely damaged in this battle and ultimately sunk. Only 118 of the 2,200 crew members survived, plus Sam. The British destroyer HMS Cossack found Sam floating on a board hours later, and they promptly scooped him up and welcomed him aboard. Sam had officially switched sides to the Allied forces.
Sam's story may not officially prove cats have nine lives, but it makes at least three seem likely!
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