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HARMONSON HEADLINES YOUR GUIDE TO PERSONAL INJURY IN THE BORDERLAND MARCH 2023
YOU’RE IN THE DRIVER’S SEAT CREATE YOUR OWN LUCK THIS ST. PATRICK’S DAY
St. Patrick’s Day takes place this month, a holiday many like to celebrate in style. Throughout March, we’ll see plenty of the color green and shamrocks while hearing others talk about luck. “The luck of the Irish” is a phrase most of us are familiar with, but have you ever wondered where it originated? It’s
hindsight. I had to pay $500 one weekend, which put the nail in the coffin of my gambling days. I learned my lesson.
I quickly realized that the people coming to the bingo hall or going to Vegas seeking luck were not actually receiving luck’s fortune. They continually lost, which enhanced my belief that we make our own luck. I don’t buy lottery tickets, and when I go to Vegas, I very rarely gamble. My son and I recently went to a car auction in Vegas and had a great time without any desire or need to test my luck. As a personal injury lawyer, I feel like I’m dealing with luck and gambling regularly. I don’t get paid by the hour; I get paid by working hard on the case and creating a positive outcome for my clients. If I just sit back and don’t persevere through the challenges, nothing will come from it. So, I have to create my own luck through hard work and determination, which also improves the luck of my clients. Although I believe we make our own luck, I can’t help myself wondering from time to time how some people seem to be so lucky. When I feel that way, I try to take a step back and figure out what that person is doing to create such luck. Often, our interpretation of others’ good fortune is rooted in envy. I’m sure some people would look at me and think I’m lucky. Instead of being envious of others’ luck, we should be grateful for what we have in our own lives.
an American phrase that began in the mid-19th century during the gold and silver rushes. Many of the miners who struck it big were of Irish or Irish American descent, and the phrase was used to insult them by stating that it was sheer luck and nothing else that brought them their fortune.
Personally, I think we make our own luck. When I was 16, I worked at the bingo hall in Lubbock where my uncle was the
manager. It was an interesting experience, but I remember seeing all the people from various walks of life attempting to make their own luck in the bingo hall. The lesson I learned from working at bingo all of those years (from high school and throughout college) is that you can’t rely on luck as all of the bingo players eventually lost. Which reminds me of a famous quote by author Thomas B. Smith, “If it is to be, it is up to me.” That is the attitude I try to cultivate in my work and personal life.
I think the bingo hall is much like the lottery or other forms of gambling, as people are looking for a quick and easy fix to their financial problems. They need that $500 jackpot to pay their rent, and they don’t mind risking a little extra money to potentially make more. Throughout my life, I’ve seen many people gamble until they went into debt. I even had friends who regularly bet on football games and lost, causing a bookie to come after them. I participated in it for a very short while with encouragement from the people at the bingo hall, but it was stupid of me in
Don’t wait for luck to come to you this St. Patrick’s Day. You’re in the driver’s seat and can create your own luck. It just takes determination and effort.
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KEEPING TH ROADS SAFE SAFETY TIPS FOR CYCLISTS AND M
It’s March — the month of spring-cleaning! While many often think of scrubbing the windows or washing the floors, spring is the perfect time to reorganize your house into a more efficient space. And no, you don’t need fancy storage furniture or shiny color-coded bins to get your home in order. There are many small things you can do just by using clever tricks and throwaway household items. So, try these organization hacks to tidy your home this month and beyond. Keep your matching bed sets together by using a pillowcase to store them . Organize your linen closet by slipping the flat and fitted sheets into one of their respective matching pillowcases (fold the other pillowcase in there as well!). This way, you’ll never have to hunt for the matching sheets again! Use an old disinfecting wipes container to store your plastic bags. If you like to reuse plastic shopping bags at home, finding a way to store them can be a pain. Next time you run out of Clorox Wipes (or another generic equivalent), rinse the inside of the container with water and store your plastic bags there. Then with the container’s built-in feeding lid, you’ll be able to pull the bags out one by one as you need them. Label messy cords with tape. As working from home and numerous consumer electronics (shut up, Alexa!) become more prevalent in our lives, the cords connecting these devices can become tangled and hard to differentiate. By wrapping a piece of painter’s or washi tape around a cord, you can create a tag to write what that cord is attached to. So, no more guessing which cords you’re unplugging!
There’s no better time than spring to take your bike out of storage so you can ride around town. That being said, El Paso is not necessarily the
most cycle-friendly city. We work with individuals all the time who were injured in vehicular accidents while riding their bikes. It’s our responsibility to ensure the roads are safe for everyone, including cyclists. If you’re a cyclist, there are things you can do to ensure your safety while riding. First and foremost, always wear a helmet. If you’re involved in an accident, it can be the difference between life and death. Second, inspect your bike to ensure it’s stable before taking it out each day. Third, wear bright or reflective clothing and add some lights or reflectors to your bike so vehicles have an easier time seeing you, no matter the time of day.
Once on the road, you need to stay alert at all times. Pay attention to where cars are around you and avoid riding in their blind spots. When you make
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Add some chalkboard paint to your jars. Sometimes, we have no idea what’s inside the jars in our pantry. Maybe it’s flour, or maybe it’s powdered sugar. Sometimes, it can be neither! To solve this, you can buy a little jar of chalkboard paint at your nearest craft store and paint squares on your jars (or other unlabeled containers around the house) to write with chalk what’s inside! The best part is you can erase these labels and change them based on the jar’s contents. These hacks will help you give your spring-cleaning a major boost by keeping your home neat and tidy for the rest of the year!
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While you can be eligible for compensation for your pain and suffering, it’s challenging to understand these terms and how exactly you can prove that in your personal injury case. While it’s undoubtedly exhausting to learn about these protocols, knowing how to prove your pain and suffering can strengthen your case. In general terms, pain and suffering refers to the physical and emotional damage caused by an injury. While this pain and suffering is a daily reality for you or a loved one, insurers or lawyers may try to minimize or even completely deny this pain in a personal injury case. Providing as much proof as possible to your lawyer is crucial, but what counts as solid evidence to help others better empathize with your pain? Medical Documentation These records can prove the injury or injuries you endured and any surgeries or procedures you had to undergo to receive treatment. But while these documents can convey your painful physical injuries, they can also express the mental and emotional stress your injury and the subsequent hospital visits have caused. Photos and Videos A picture is worth a thousand words, and images of your injury can be much more convincing in court than a personal injury testimony alone. If your injury has significantly altered your daily life and mobility, then a video may also be valuable evidence in court. For example, you could film what a day in your shoes looks like post-injury and how this injury has negatively impacted it. Your Doctors’ Testimonies With their knowledge and expertise, your physical health doctor can describe your injuries, treatments, and the degree of pain you have endured. Meanwhile, testimony from your mental health provider can detail the mental distress that has occurred due to the injury. This testimony will be especially needed if you have been experiencing PAIN AND SUFFERING: What Counts as Proof?
any turns or switch lanes, signal with your hands and be sure to look both ways before turning and behind you when merging lanes.
As drivers, we can take extra safety precautions to ensure the roads are safe as well. Be aware of any cyclists you see on the road and give them plenty of space if you’re driving near them. They have an equal right to the road, so don’t try to squeeze by them or “give them a scare.” Drive at a slower speed when around cyclists and always be ready to stop when one is riding in front of you. More than anything, be patient when driving around cyclists. Give them ample time to navigate, and do not honk your horn at them, as it can startle cyclists and cause accidents.
The responsibility to keep the roads safe falls on all who use them. We can make the streets safer by being aware of cyclists and taking the necessary precautions.
Baked Beans With Ground Meat
INGREDIENTS
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1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped
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1/4 cup molasses 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 lb lean ground beef, turkey, or chicken 2 15-oz cans navy beans, rinsed
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives for garnish
1 cup water
3/4 cup ketchup
psychological issues stemming from your injury. These issues include anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and more. Proving your pain and suffering in a personal injury case can be daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you receive compensation for your personal injury case.
DIRECTIONS
1. In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, add oil, onion, and ground meat. Cook, stirring and crumbling meat with a wooden spoon until the onion has softened and the meat is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. 2. Add beans, water, ketchup, molasses, mustard, garlic powder, and salt, then bring to a simmer. 3. Reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring until bubbling and slightly thickened, 5–8 minutes. Garnish with chives.
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St. Patrick’s Day and Luck
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The Best St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations in America
Check Out America’s Best St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations FEELING THE LUCK OF THE IRISH?
As we inch closer to the beginning of spring, nature around us is coming back to life. Soon, the grass and trees will return to their typical green hue if they haven’t already. Luckily, you don’t need to wait until April to see an abundance of green again. On March 17, we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, and people across the country will dress in green to honor the occasion. Certain cities in the U.S. go big for St. Patrick’s Day. If you’ve never attended a St. Patrick’s Day parade or celebration, maybe this is the year. Here are three cities with St. Patrick’s Day celebrations worth checking out. Chicago, IL Nobody does St. Patrick’s Day quite like Chicago, Illinois. The entire city gets a makeover! This year, on March 11, Chicago will host its St. Patrick’s Day parade, which includes dyeing the Chicago River a beautiful shade of emerald green. They’ll start tinting the river around 9 a.m., and the color will fade within six hours, so make sure you get there early! Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade is also one of the biggest in the country. You’ll see floats, Irish step dancers, and much more.
New Orleans, LA Once Mardi Gras concludes, all eyes are on St. Patrick’s Day in New Orleans, Louisiana. The city hosts a parade on March 11, and it’s always quite a spectacle. You’ll see the makings of Irish tradition flying through the air, including cabbage, onions, and potatoes, so keep your head on a swivel. You can also head to the Irish Channel neighborhood on March 11 to attend an all-day block party. Plenty of green beer will be available at this event, so come ready to celebrate! New London, WI Let’s say you want to do something slightly toned down but still exciting for St. Patrick’s Day. Then, you’ll want to check out New London, Wisconsin, for one of the country’s most unique St. Paddy’s Day celebrations. Leprechauns will change the city signs from New London to New Dublin. The city also puts on an Irish funeral parody in its annual downtown parade.
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