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Being Part of Our Community Drives Us The Foster Firm Is Here to Represent YOU
I’ve always had an entrepreneurial spirit. When I was a child, my father owned a dental practice in Los Angeles, so starting a business that benefited others in my community seemed like something I always knew I would do. My husband, Keith, was born a natural entrepreneur. So, when we met at the University of Tennessee College of Law, we knew we were destined to be together — and destined for business. After we graduated from law school, we moved to Atlanta, where we both passed the bar. While Keith became a trial attorney, I focused on real estate law. I started working at a large firm in Buckhead and quickly noticed something. Any clients that wanted to hire this firm from the Southside had to travel all the way to Buckhead to get help. I knew it wasn’t fair that people living in Clayton, South Fulton, Dekalb, Douglas, Fayette, and Henry Counties had such a long drive to meet with attorneys who may not even take their case. I live in South Atlanta, and as a resident of South Fulton County, I knew there was a need for law practices like the one I was working for in our community.
I proposed the idea of opening a branch of our firm in South Atlanta; I even offered to start holding “lunch and learns” there to cultivate awareness and generate business so the office would already have clients when it opened. I completed extensive research to make this happen because, more than anything, I wanted to represent the community I lived in. I pitched the idea to the firm, with my research, and was flat-out told “no” — end of discussion. But like I said, my husband and I are natural entrepreneurs, and after I was told no, I immediately pitched the idea to him. And instead of a glitzy firm in Buckhead or Midtown, we would bring the glitz and professionalism to our community, and we created The Foster Firm. We wanted to represent the people whose kids went to school with ours, our neighbors, and the people we might see at the grocery store, not just the people in Buckhead. Keith and I are proud to be a part of the South Fulton, Clayton, and Douglas County communities, and it’s important for us to keep our business here. We knew that If we wanted these resources to be available to people in
Firm, the clients who hire us aren’t just a number; we consider you to be part of our family. We represent the seriously injured with personalized care, without any of the big TV law firm indifference, because we’re not just pumping out cases to make a quick buck. We discuss these cases at the dinner table and remember the people who come through our doors. We listen to our clients; more than anything, we want to be a resource people can come to when they need help. Outside of my time at The Foster Firm, I’m usually pretty busy teaching Zumba and Bodyworks classes at LA Fitness. I’ve been an instructor there for almost 10 years, and I also teach Zumba internationally and am a certified nutrition and lifestyle coach! Health and wellness are a huge passion of mine, so I love sharing that passion with others through health tips and tricks. Please join us in 2023 as we launch Foster Firm Fit, in person and virtually. While Keith’s hobbies are enjoying and supporting his beloved Chicago Bears and the Bulls, we share a passion for staying active in our community. Keith is on the Word of Faith Seeds of Excellence Christian Academy board, and I am an active member of Delta Sigma Theta and the Clark Atlanta University Guild. The Foster Firm also sponsors Keith’s alma mater, the Morehouse House of Funk marching band. At The Foster Firm, our priority is to protect the injured in our community and seek the highest level of compensation for our clients. We’re excited and honored to continue serving our clients for many more years to come!
our community, we had to be the ones to start them. So, in 2005 I officially opened The Foster Firm. Keith later joined me, and we now represent South Fulton, Clayton, Douglas, Henry, Fayette, and Dekalb County
communities in cases dealing with personal
injury, wrongful death, slips and falls, workers’ compensation, and premises liability. At The Foster
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Challenge Yourself to Expand Your Mind YOUR INTELLECTUAL WELLNESS MATTERS!
How to Foster and Develop Intellectual Wellness Intellectual wellness differs from other types of well-being. You need to work hard and challenge yourself to stay intellectually healthy. If you’re looking to improve or nurture your intellectual wellness, here are three ways to do it. 1. Learn a new skill. One of the main components of intellectual wellness is working to acquire more knowledge. This doesn’t need to be physics or engineering but can be something as simple as cooking a new healthy recipe, learning to draw, or attempting a DIY home repair project. The important part is that mastering something new provides an information-based approach to the world around you. 2. Remove subjectivity. We view every situation with a pre-formed opinion or bias. The truth is our brains are wired this way to streamline thinking, but to be intellectually healthy, we must work hard to push past it. Remove subjectivity by learning a different way to perform a task or challenge yourself to understand (or simply read) the ideas of others. Be objective, even when you disagree with them. 3. Improve your critical thinking. Next time you’re engrossed in conversation, try being thoroughly engaged and think about what is being said. Ask questions to yourself and others, and hash out what you agree with and things you don’t. Work to keep your brain active in everything you do by finding a connection to everything around you.
These days, as taking
care of our health becomes more important than ever, we hear a lot about our physical wellness and how to improve
it using nutritious foods and exercise.
But what about our intellectual wellness?
What is intellectual wellness? The University of New Hampshire defines intellectual wellness as “being open to new ideas, thinking critically, and finding ways to be creative.”
5 Tips You Need to Follow After a Car Accident DON’T BE UNPREPARED! Signs of healthy intellectual wellness include: • Ability to see an issue from all sides • Purposeful exposure to ideas, beliefs, and people who differ from yourself • Awareness of your core values • Capacity to learn new things Essentially, this means thinking about the world around you with an open mind and putting energy into what you’re thinking, not just allowing your brain to run idly.
No one ever plans to have a car accident, so when it does happen, ittakes us by surprise. Most people don’t know what to do because they’ve never been in an accident! So, here are the top five tips you need to know in case it happens to you. Keep this article in your car, so you’ll always know what to do after an accident — wherever you are. Tip No. 1: Call the police. The first thing you should do is call the police and remain on the scene until they arrive. There are two reasons for this, the first being that people on the scene may need first aid, and the second is that the statement you provide the police will ensure the accident and all of its details are documented. Be sure to get the incident number. Tip No. 2: Gather as much information as you can. Be sure to get as much information from the passengers of the other vehicle(s) as possible as
well as any witnesses that may have also pulled over. This includes their name, phone numbers, and insurance information. Tip No. 3: Take pictures of the scene. Make sure to get photos of any damage to any involved vehicles as well as the surrounding area. This will
not always true. Also, you may not feel any pain the day of your accident, but feel soreness or discomfort in the days following. Tip No. 5: Call a lawyer. Call us to make sure you do everything you can to get the best outcome if you have a personal injury claim. We will assess your case, collect evidence and guide you through the next steps. You can reach us 24 hours a day, seven days a week by phone or on our website, TheFosterFirmWins.com.
help show the conditions of the accident, so look for things like skid marks and damage to the surrounding area. Lastly, take pictures of yourself! If you have any cuts, scrapes, or bruising, photograph it! Tip No. 4: See a doctor. The best thing to do after an accident is to go to the doctor immediately, be it an emergency room or urgent care Many people think that any pain or discomfort will just disappear, but that’s
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5 Steps to Crushing Those Wellness Objectives Make Your Health Goals SMART!
Many people want to live healthier lives, but sometimes, achieving the wellness goals we set for ourselves can be difficult. These unachieved goals hurt our self- image, and we beat ourselves up when we can’t attain our objectives. If you want to become healthier this year but stress about hitting your goals, we’re here to help! The easiest way to ensure you attain your health objectives is to make sure the goals you set are SMART. SMART goal setting is a system created by Harvard Health, and each letter stands for the following: Specific: Your health goal should be clearly detailed. Instead of saying you want to move more, say, “I will take at least one walk a day.” Measurable: Your goal should be measurable, meaning there is a specific point where you will meet it. Instead of saying, “I want to eat healthier,” try, “I will make sure every meal contains at least one serving of vegetables.” You can try our simple vegetarian recipe in this issue. Attainable: Your goals should be realistic, not what you dream to achieve. If you haven’t attended a group fitness class in the past, it’s not realistic to say you’re going to attend a class every day at 6 a.m. Pick something you will enjoy and try that class. Most gyms will allow you to visit classes for free. Start small, and then add more once you meet the goal. Relevant : Your health goal should be important to your life right now , not just made for the sake of having one. For example, if you notice you feel winded after climbing a flight of stairs at work every morning, maybe make your goal
to be able to climb three flights of stairs without losing your breath, not run a 5K next month. If your goal makes your life easier, you’re more likely to achieve it.
Time-Bound: Your health goal isn’t going to be achieved overnight, so don’t expect to squat 250 pounds by next week. Rather, set a goal to go to the gym twice a week. Give yourself time to do it right, which will help you keep that routine going long-term.
And most importantly, if you struggle to meet your goals, you can always adjust or try again. Be kind to yourself and use each failure as a learning
opportunity, not the end of your health goal. Sometimes, you may even abandon your original plan to pivot
to something you’re more excited about achieving. As long as you stay consistent and SMART, you’re always one step closer to achieving your goals.
Chipotle Bourbon Pumpkin Chili
Inspired by TheEndlessMeal.com
Name of Business: AICA Orthopedics
What They Do: AICA Orthopedics is a multi-specialty practice with 14 clinic locations and a surgery center that focuses on acute pain and rehabilitation caused by a recent accident and/or injury. AICA Orthopedics combines orthopedic, neuro-spine, interventional spine, pain management, and neurology along with diagnostic testing to allow for quick diagnosis and faster recovery.
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1 tbsp grapeseed oil 1 medium onion, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 red pepper, diced 2 tsp chili powder
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1/2 cup bourbon
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1 small butternut squash, cut into 1-inch cubes
14 oz can of pumpkin 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes 19 oz can of kidney beans 19 oz can of navy beans
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1 tbsp chipotle peppers puréed with adobo sauce
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Representative: Carla Hollins, RN, BSN Title: Director of Business Development How to Contact: 770-656-9716 Email: Carla@aica.com About Carla: As Director of Business Development, her role is to create
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2 cups water 2 cups corn
1 tsp cumin 1 tsp sea salt
Sea salt, to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté until brown, about 8 minutes. Add garlic and red pepper and continue to cook for about 5 minutes. Add chili powder, cumin, and sea salt and cook for 1 minute. 2. Add bourbon and bring mixture to a boil. Add pumpkin, tomatoes, kidney beans, navy beans, squash, peppers, and water and stir well. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let chili simmer for 30 minutes until the butternut squash is tender. 3. Add corn and cook for 5 minutes. Season with sea salt and serve.
and recognize opportunities for business within the community.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
The Story of The Foster Firm page 1 Intellectual Wellness: What It Is and How to Improve Yours page 2 What You Need to Do if You’re in a Car Accident page 2 How to Set SMART Health Goals page 3 Chipotle Bourbon Pumpkin Chili page 3 3 Easy Ways to Exercise page 4
CAN HELP KEEP DEPRESSION AWAY 11 Minutes of Movement a Day
According to the Hope for Depression Research Foundation, depression affects 10% of Americans annually. And since the disorder doesn’t pick favorites, anyone can suffer from its melancholy grasp. But there are things people can do to help. In fact, exercise has been known to help, but what if people are limited on time or motivation? New research by JAMA Psychiatry shows that completing just half of your recommended daily exercise (only 11 minutes!) can lower your risk of experiencing depression. So, when battling the blues, some exercise is always better than none. Here’s how to squeeze that movement into your schedule. Increased Walking Time If you’re not exercising already, you don’t need to start running a 5K tomorrow. Take it slow before building on the activity that’s already in your routine. The easiest way to hit that exercise mark is by slowly increasing the time you spend walking each day. If you work from home and never leave the couch, consider taking a lap around your house every 30 minutes. If you need to go grocery shopping, make yourself walk through every aisle or park your car farther away so you have a longer distance to walk.
Get those steps in however you feel comfortable, but the goal is to walk for at least 11 minutes a day. Workout Videos When you’re depressed or feeling down, following a peppy exercise influencer in a 35-minute YouTube video is probably the last thing you want to do. But remember, you only need to start with 11 minutes a day. Simply choose a video and plan to only complete a portion of it. You can even choose to follow the easy parts, but set your timer for 11 minutes and follow along the best you can. Once your alarm goes off, reward yourself for getting that movement in! The Benefits of Dancing Any movement counts, even dancing. And you don’t need to be good at it to participate, either. To meet your 11 minutes, simply put on four of your favorite dance songs and bust a move! Even if it takes months to get there, moving your body a little each day will help. So, push that cart, pop on that video, or pull out your best dance moves to fight depression.
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