Fleschner Stark Tanoos & Newlin February 2019
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February 2019
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For many people, February is the month of love. It’s a time to share their affection and appreciation for others. I am no exception. I love my family and am passionate about what I do. Together, these two aspects make up a huge part of my life. When it comes to my career, since I practice personal injury law, I often work with people who have been through a traumatic experience. It might be a car crash, a fall, or a dog bite, and these are things that leave people shaken and overwhelmingly stressed in addition to being injured. These folks have insurance companies calling them, they’re trying to take care of the damage done to their vehicle or body, and they trying to file all the paperwork required for a claim. At the same time, they are going to their doctor’s appointments, therapy, and are likely missing days of work. This is a lot for any one person to deal with. When a client comes to us for help, I love that I can tell them, “We will make the phone calls, do the paperwork, and talk with the insurance adjusters. The only thing I want you to do right now is take care of yourself. Give yourself time to rest and get the treatment you need. We will handle the rest.” Seeing that weight lifted off our clients’ shoulders is incredible and one of the biggest reasons I love what I do. I also enjoy filling the role of detective. I’m a detail-oriented person, and I thrive on being able to sit down and go through every single document and medical record. From there, I relish in making detailed records of my findings and having “aha”moments along the way when I find a piece of the puzzle that was missing. This is detective work that comes together for the benefit of the client, which makes it even better. When I’m not at the office, 99.9 percent of the time I amwith my two boys and my husband. We’re a close-knit team, and they empower me to be my best self. I soak up every moment I have with my kids, whether I’m reading them
a book, building museums, castles, or parking garages out of blocks, or chasing them around the house, roaring like a dinosaur. We also have fun dance parties in our pajamas just about every day.
Another thing I love to do with my family is create healthy meals, snacks, and treats. I thoroughly believe that how we feel day to day is largely
determined by what we eat. Having two small boys can make it interesting when trying to find a healthy meal the whole family will eat. But with persistence, we find success. Luckily, my husband is a great cook. I find recipes on Google and Pinterest to figure out healthy substitutes for unhealthy ingredients. Then, my husband makes my dream meals come to life! At the dinner table, we eagerly await my 4-year-old’s reaction after he takes his first bite of something new. If he says, “Yummy!” then we take that as a monumental achievement. That may sound exaggerated, but it’s true! We put a lot of stock in what our kids think about the food we make. It all comes down to forming good habits. If we train ourselves to make healthy choices over and over, it becomes easier. I love that clean eating is a family value we share, because it means we are striving for something greater, which can have a domino effect in other areas of life. Simply, one good habit can lead into another. As much as I love my career, working in personal injury law can often be serious. I’m thankful I can come home and be silly with family. It strikes an important balance, which is just one more thing I truly love.
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We receive several calls a month from individuals injured in falls, and they’re usually similar. They often read from the same script, like the following: “I fell at the grocery store. I was checking out organic vegetables and slipped on a puddle of water on the floor. My right leg is fractured. The adjuster told me I’m at least 50 percent at fault. He said I should have seen the water. Is that true?” When you are in a grocery store — or any store — the store does not want you looking at the floor for a very simple reason: They want you looking up at the shelves. The store was designed so you will be looking at their products and big sales. There is a saying in retail, “Eye level is buy level.” Stores reserve upper shelves for top brands (often the most profitable products), while reserving lower levels for cheaper brands.
However, there is an exception. Product stores want kids to look at the floor. Items for children are placed lower where they can see, touch, and pick them up. I once handled a case where a young boy picked up a bottle of blow bubbles from a lower shelf, opened it, and
spilled part of the liquid contents on the floor. The store failed to do a customary periodic sweep of the area, and my client slipped on the liquid and was severely injured. Ultimately, after filing a lawsuit, we were able to attain a good settlement for our deserving client. If you have been seriously injured as a result of a fall in a store, restaurant, gas station, or other public business establishment, you may have a claim. Don’t just accept the argument that if you fall, you are at least partially at fault. That is NOT always the case. If you want to talk about an injury you have suffered in a fall, give us a call.
What You Didn’t Know About Fun Facts toWowYour Loved Ones This Valentine’s Day
Chocolate is a treat savored by people all over the world. What we know as the sweet, creamy decadence that sustains Valentine’s Day actually
Dutch chocolate doesn’t necessarily refer to chocolate made in the Netherlands; the name refers to a specific chocolate-making process that uses the cocoa press. Before Dutch chemist and chocolate-maker C.J. van Houten invented
has greater historical and cultural significance. Fermented chocolate drinks have been dated back
German chocolate actually has nothing to do with the country of Germany, either. It used to be called “German’s chocolate,” named after its inventor, Sam German, an American who made sweet chocolate for baking. Adding sugar to the chocolate made it a go-to option for bakers around the world, and the base for German chocolate cake was born. For chocolate to be classified as Swiss, it has to be made in Switzerland, as chocolate-making is considered an art form in the country. Known for its “melt in your mouth” quality, Swiss chocolate uses condensed milk to add a velvety texture. Many chocolate makers outside of Switzerland will refer to their interpretations of Swiss chocolate as milk chocolate instead.
to as early as 350 B.C. The Aztecs believed it was the beverage of wisdom, and the Mayans saw it While the history of chocolate is as rich as its flavor, there are some common misconceptions about the treat. as something to be worshipped.
the machine in 1828, chocolate was only
used in beverages. Dutch chocolate is chocolate that has been modified with an alkalizing agent
in order to produce a milder flavor, making it a fantastic option for use in baked goods, candy, and ice cream.
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April Atkinson
Congratulations to our January Employee of the Month, April Atkinson!
April has been with our law firm for eight years and is the assistant department manager in the Intake Department. She helps with day-to-day duties and keeps our Intake Department running smoothly! Her favorite thing about her job is the employees that she works with and knowing that she is helping people who are in need every single day.
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Ingredients
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6 egg yolks
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2 teaspoons dark rum 24 packaged ladyfingers 1/2 cup bittersweet chocolate shavings, for garnish
3 tablespoons sugar
1 pound mascarpone cheese 1 1/2 cups strong espresso, cooled
Directions
1. In a large mixing bowl, use a whisk to beat together egg yolks and sugar until thick and pale, about 5 minutes. 2. Add mascarpone cheese and beat until smooth. 3. Fold in 1 tablespoon of espresso. 4. In a small, shallow dish, combine remaining espresso with rum. Dip each ladyfinger into mixture for 5 seconds. Place soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of a walled baking dish. 5. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture on top of the first layer of ladyfingers. Top with another layer of ladyfingers and another layer of mascarpone. 6. Cover and refrigerate 2–8 hours. 7. Remove from fridge, sprinkle with chocolate shavings, and serve.
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• Medical malpractice • Wrongful death • Social Security disability • Family law
• Pedestrian injuries • Slips, trips, and falls • Brain injuries
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Strength of Mind Tips to Keep Memory Sharp and Improve Cognitive Function
Irish poet Oscar Wilde once called memory “the diary that we all carry about with us.”Of course, in Wilde’s time, the average life expectancy was less than 50 years old. As modern medicine continues to enable people to live longer, these “diaries” tend to become muddled. Fortunately, there are ways to counteract the natural dulling of our memory that comes with time. Puzzle Yourself Just like any other muscle, our brain needs a workout in order to stay strong. As Dr. Celeste Robb-Nicholson of Harvard Medical School writes, “Challenging your brain with mental exercise is believed to activate processes that help maintain individual brain cells.” Activities like solving puzzles, learning a musical instrument, or picking up a new hobby work wonders to keep your mind active and your memory sharp. These mental exercises are especially important after retirement, often to make up for the loss of stimulating challenges that work used to provide. Get Physical Taking care of our physical health has also been shown to help brain function. According to a study by Sydney University in Australia, aerobic exercise is
particularly good at jogging our memory. The researchers note that “aerobic exercise acts by preventing the usual decrease in
neurogenesis associated with aging, thus resulting in greater retention of neural matter — particularly in the hippocampus.” In short, exercises like swimming and running keep the part of our brain responsible for memory from shrinking. Spend TimeWith Friends and Family Humans are social creatures. Many studies have shown that being a part of a supportive social group can significantly benefit our physical and mental health. In fact, the American Journal of Public Health reports that people who have daily contact with friends and family cut their risk of dementia and mental impairment almost in half. Our mental diaries may be longer and fuller than they were in Wilde’s day, but if we fill those pages with hobbies, exercise, and close friends, our memories will remain sharp and vivid for the rest of our days.
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