WEAR THE RIGHT GEAR
accidents can cause — both to bikers and their families. While we will always do our part to represent bikers who’ve been hurt, we’d prefer it if these life-altering accidents were much, much rarer.
We know helmets and stifling safety gear can get in the way of that sense of freedom bikers are after. While this is ultimately your call to make, we want to urge you to consider the risks. We’ve seen 4-mph accidents that have led to traumatic brain injuries. Tom’s uncle, who normally doesn’t wear a helmet, was fortunate enough to have one on when he got into a bad accident and landed on his face. When he finally slid to a stop, the face guard was worn all the way through.
Ride safe.
TAKE A BREAK
There’s no way to prevent all the bumps, bruises, and rashes that come with motorcycle accidents, but having the proper pants, boots, gloves, helmet, and jacket just might save you from truly horrific, long- lasting injuries. As a personal injury firm, we’ve seen firsthand the kind of trauma and suffering these sorts of unprotected
Zucchini Salad With Toasted Hazelnuts
Inspired by Food & Wine Magazine
ingredients
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Many families will be jumping into swimming pools this summer to have some fun and beat the heat. But even small bodies of water can pose a serious threat to young children and weak swimmers alike. To make sure your summer is all fun and games, here’s a refresher on some important pool safety tips. While kids love making a splash, you should never leave them unsupervised, even when there’s a lifeguard on duty. Little ones struggling to keep their head above water can easily be missed by those in charge of watching an entire pool. An extra set of eyes keeping your children safe never hurts. Brightly colored flotation devices are a great option for young kids and weak swimmers. They help them stay afloat and make them more noticeable to others in the pool. Water wings and life jackets are great choices, since they are more securely fastened. A child might slide out of an inner tube or off of a kickboard. USE THOSE FLOATIES ALWAYS KEEP AN EYE ON THE KIDS
directions • 3 small zucchini (3/4 lb.) • 1/2 tsp lemon zest, grated • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • Salt and pepper, to taste • 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped • Mint leaves, for garnish • Parmesan cheese, preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano, for garnish 1. Using a mandolin or very sharp knife, slice zucchini lengthwise into extremely thin, wide ribbons. 2. Arrange zucchini ribbons on a plate, sprinkle with lemon zest, and drizzle with juice. 3. Drizzle oil over zucchini, season with salt and pepper, and toss. 4. Scatter hazelnuts over the top, garnish with mint and cheese, and serve.
Those of us who go to public pools are more than used to hearing a lifeguard shout this every 15 seconds, but there’s a reason professionals take this rule so seriously. There is a huge potential for anyone, kids and adults alike, to have a serious fall around the pool. Factor in the hard surfaces and the corners of the pool’s edge, and there’s risk for some life-threatening injuries. This is another well-worn maxim of lifeguards and pool signs, but it bears repeating. Diving should only be done in pools designed for it. This means avoiding dives in all residential and above-ground pools, even if they have a diving board. They simply don’t have the depth to guarantee your safety. Even when diving in a proper setting, always put your hands out in front of you. Additionally, never go headfirst down a water slide. With a little caution and common sense, you and your family will have a great time this summer! DON’T DIVE
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