Although automobile accidents are rarely smooth and stress-free, few events are more upsetting or potentially devastating than a collision with a semitruck or tractor trailer. In addition to potentially dealing with severe and chronic injuries, victims of large-truck accidents face unique legal challenges that can add layers of strain to an already arduous ordeal. Here are the basics to consider if you or someone you know is involved in a large-truck accident. Never ignore chronic pain. Considering the size of many of the trucks involved in these collisions, it’s no surprise that severe injuries are common. Unfortunately, some victims choose to overlook potential accident-related health issues — including chronic pain — and don’t pursue the legal remedies they deserve. These are just a few of the injuries that often result in chronic pain: • Traumatic brain injuries • Injuries to the shoulders, back, or hips • Neck injuries, including whiplash • Sprains, strains, and other soft tissue damage • Herniated discs and other spinal injuries • Myofascial pain syndrome (MPS) If you sustained these injuries through no fault of your own, you may be entitled to compensation from the truck driver’s insurer. That said, it’s time for a few words of warning. Don’t sign on the dotted line! Virginia is an at-fault state. As such, you can file a claim against the at-fault party’s insurer for your injury and damaged property. When accidents of this nature occur, it is common for the at-fault driver’s insurer to request that you sign a medical release form to permit it to access your records to determine the amount owed to you. We strongly recommend not signing this form before you’ve had an opportunity to discuss the matter with us. Insurance companies are for-profit entities and often use accident victims’ medical records to find loopholes that will save them money. As just one example of these companies’ tactics, they may uncover a preexisting condition in your records they can exploit to reduce your payout. Additionally, the full extent and severity of injuries sustained in large-truck accidents are not always known in the days or weeks following the collision, leading critical health concerns to go unaddressed until after the claim is settled. Please contact us for further guidance on addressing injuries sustained in these severe and potentially life-altering accidents. –Kevin Mottley The Legal Labyrinth of Large- Truck Accidents Financial Pitfalls and Medical Mazes
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GINGER VEGGIE STIR FRY
Inspired by AllRecipes.com
With delicious vegetables seasoned with tangy ginger, this recipe is sure to please vegans and meat-eaters alike!
INGREDIENTS
• 4 tbsp vegetable oil, divided • 2 tsp fresh chopped ginger root, divided • 2 cloves garlic, crushed • 1 tbsp cornstarch • 1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
• 3/4 cup julienned carrots • 1/2 cup snow peas • 1/2 cup halved green beans • 3 tbsp water • 2 tbsp soy sauce • 1/4 cup chopped onions • 1/2 tsp salt
DIRECTIONS
1. In a large bowl, mix 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp ginger, garlic, and cornstarch. 2. Add broccoli, carrots, snow peas, and green beans, and toss lightly. 3. Heat the remaining oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the vegetables and cook for 2 minutes. 4. Stir in water and soy sauce. Add onion, salt, and the remaining ginger; cook and stir until the vegetables are crisp and tender.
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