Before the Next Ride WHAT NO MOTORCYCLIST CAN AFFORD TO FORGET
EVERY DECISION MATTERS When you drive a car, the decision to wear a T-shirt doesn’t matter much. But when you’re on a bike, not covering up can be disastrous if you wreck. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the best decision a motorcyclist can make is to wear a helmet. In 2015, helmets saved 1,772 lives, reducing the chances of death by 37 percent and the risk of serious head injury by 69 percent. These frightening statistics aren’t meant to keep people off their bikes. Rather, when motorcyclists are aware of the dangers they face, they can practice safe driving techniques to reduce their risk of accident or injury. Unfortunately, even the most careful motorcyclist can be the victim of another driver’s negligence. And because motorcycles tend to be involved in so many accidents, insurance companies often use these statistics as an excuse to blame accidents on motorcyclists or refuse to pay them the compensation they are owed. For this reason, every motorcyclist needs to have a capable team of attorneys to help them in their time of need. When you’re in an accident, there’s no time to waste. Before your next ride, be sure you have the number of your personal injury team at the Advocates saved. Calling (801) 783-3555 after an accident could be your best decision since you decided to put on a helmet.
Summer will soon return, and there’s nothing like taking your motorcycle out in the warm weather to enjoy the
beautiful Utah scenery. Unfortunately, motorcyclists face risks that drivers of other vehicles don’t have to worry about. This reality becomes painfully obvious when you
look at Utah’s motorcycle accident statistics.
A HIGHER DEATH TOLL The National Highway Traffic Safety Association reports that death in a motorcycle accident is 27 times more common than in other vehicles. As more people are drawn to the thrill of riding a motorcycle, the number of fatal accidents continues to rise. The Insurance Information Institute found 4,976 people died in motorcycle accidents in 2015, an 8.3 percent increase from 2014. ON YOUR LEFT The biggest threat to a motorcycle on the road is the person behind the wheel of a car. If a driver isn’t paying attention, they can fail to notice a motorcycle entering their blind spot. Cars making a left turn regularly hit motorcyclists who are going straight through an intersection or passing the car. These collisions account for 42 percent of all motorcycle accidents.
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PASTA WITH TURKEY AND BROCCOLI Recipe inspired by realsimple.com
In the digital age, it’s pretty convenient to communicate
with your partner through texts and social media. But to be really close, nothing compares to hearing your loved one’s voice.
This simple, delicious recipe only takes 20 minutes from start to finish. It’s also a great way to encourage kids to eat their broccoli. The next time you make pasta, leave the canned sauce in the pantry and make this instead!
Ingredients
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2 cloves garlic, chopped 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
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3/4 pounds pasta (shells or orecchiette) 2 cups broccoli florets 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound ground turkey
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Salt
Research shows that direct communication is seven times more effective than something digital. 1 Couples who call each other often report feeling more certainty and commitment in their relationship than those who did not. A strong foundation of love is built with many small acts of connecting. Call your sweetheart every day just to say hi and ask them how they are. 1 Jin, B., & Peña, J. F. (2010). Mobile Communication in Romantic Relationships: Mobile Phone Use, Relational Uncertainty, Love, Commitment, and Attachment Styles. Communication Report.
Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Cook while breaking up meat with a wooden spoon for 3–5 minutes. 3. Combine turkey with pasta
1. Cook the pasta according to package directions. Add broccoli when pasta is 1 minute from done. Drain both and return to pot. 2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the turkey, garlic, crushed red pepper, and a pinch of salt.
and broccoli mixture, adding the remaining olive oil as you stir. Serve in bowls topped with Parmesan cheese.
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