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NOVEMBER 2020
UNWAVERING, EVEN IN THE FACE OF A PANDEMIC THE CASE BARNETT LAW TEAM
November is always a great month to talk about what I’m most thankful for, and this year, I’m most thankful for the individuals who make up our team at Case Barnett Law. Dena, Jamal, Rachelle, Paige, Gio, Jazmine, and Emily have handled the last seven months with professionalism and dedication. Each one is a team player, willing to step in and tackle anything thrown their way. During the first week of March, we got the team together and brainstormed all the ways we could make our firm more efficient, effective, and, of course, safe. We decided that having our team work remotely was best for all. We have held weekly firmwide Zoom meetings, as well as Zoom meetings with each paralegal/attorney team. This allows us to continue to dig deep into the legal work we are doing. Our custom case management system is cloud-based and allows each member of the firm to see everything going on, for every single case, in real time. It is a great tool for collaboration and ensures that everyone is on the same page at all times. This year, my team members’ attitudes have really stood out to me. They’ve been positive and eager to meet any challenge that has come at them. Each one cares deeply about their cases and about the firm. As amazing as they are at their jobs, I think the most important quality they each possess is that they are truly amazing humans. Despite the challenges the entire legal industry has faced, our team has gotten closer to each other and our clients. We have continued to settle cases and do great work for our clients, and we
have prioritized and encouraged innovative thinking. This is a testament that, if you do the right things for the right reasons, eventually things fall into place. When people see success, they usually think it’s an overnight accomplishment or luck. The CBL team isn’t excellent because we got lucky; these people didn’t just fall into our lap. We’ve been grinding at this, searching for the exact people we — especially our clients — needed for years. We kept going until it eventually happened. There are many talented paralegals and attorneys in the world, but it takes a special human with a deep desire to help and serve others to be a part of our team. It’s truly exciting that our entire team reflects the firm’s core values. This pandemic has really shown me what our team is made of. There are a lot of people who folded under the pressure, failed to find creative ways to progress and grow, or gave up rather than confronted challenges. But not our team. I’ve seen this team push harder, showing so much willingness to work together, and it’s been super rewarding. Success never comes as one big hit. Nick Saban, the head football coach of the University of Alabama, talks about this process. He says, it’s always about the building blocks — taking one play, one tackle, and one block at a time. The little things we do consistently over time are the ones that yield the most rewards. When I try to think about one moment that stands out, I can’t pinpoint just one. Our team has worked so hard to
ensure our clients are taken care of and that the firm continues to operate full steam ahead.
When the pandemic first hit, there was a lot of uncertainty, but no one wavered. Everyone here has worked so diligently every day, and our team has done so well — taking each day as it comes, grinding through even the most tedious work. And it’s been hard to do this, especially while working from home, which can be difficult as we also adjust to a new way of living with more restrictions. I’ve written it a few times now, and I’m not afraid to write it again: I’m so thankful for how this team came together and for their unwavering spirits in this difficult time. I know that with my team working by my side, we can go above and beyond for our clients. To all my team members, I want to say thank you for everything you've done and for everything you continue to do! –Case Barnett
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How many leaders do you know who will admit to their mistakes openly and honestly to their team? How many leaders have you heard ask their team for direction? How many leaders are willing to step aside so someone else can shine? Chances are if you know that leader — or if you are that leader — then you understand the future of leadership, according to author, researcher, and teacher Brené Brown, Ph.D., author of “Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.” In this book, Brown details her seven years researching and gaining a better understanding of leadership. She interviewed business leaders at both small and large companies, asking questions that revealed what great leadership looks like. Together with her research team, she learned why certain workspaces thrive and grow while others, with seemingly just as powerful of ideas, wither and die. And it all boiled down to one thing, Brown says: courage. In “Dare to Lead,” Brown examines the four pillars of courageous leadership and how business leaders today can practice and perfect it. Brown teaches the four pillars through her consulting work and has seen radical changes in organizations that practice courageous leadership. Brown offers examples — from well-known CEOs and within her own business — to walk readers through real-life applications of courage and how to create stronger teams through vulnerability. With Brené Brown’s Bestselling Book ‘DARE TO LEAD’
are filled with fear, uncertainty, and scarcity. To remove these negative traits, Brown offers leaders a road map to build their courage while practicing vulnerability and creating happier work environments. Brown has spent the past two decades researching and breaking down emotional concepts into tangible goals for her readers and followers. She is the owner of The Daring Way, a consulting firm that helps businesses develop vulnerability in leadership and the workplace. She is also the host of the podcast “Unlocking Us” and has one of the most- watched videos of all time, “The Power of Vulnerability.” You can learn more about Brown’s work and find “Dare to Lead” at BreneBrown.com.
Brown exposes how business cultures that don’t practice vulnerability are ineffective as a result. She theorizes that often, these workspaces OUR CLIENTS SAY IT BEST
“I was referred to Case by a very good friend who told me he is an amazing attorney. Needing legal advice is not always comfortable and yet after speaking with Case Barnett, I have changed my mind. He is such a kind person you forget you are speaking to him about an unfortunate situation because he makes you feel so much at ease. He is professional and very informative. Case and his team are so responsive to phone calls and emails. Case has even given his cellphone number for after office hours if needed. I can’t say enough about Case Barnett Law. They always have your best interest at heart and are honest and trustworthy. As a business owner, employee, family member and/or friend, it’s important to know there is a knowledgeable professional to assist you with the much confusing law! I am so grateful to have Case Barnett Law in my court! I would recommend Case to everyone I know!” –Sheri B.
This publication is intended to educate the general public about personal injury and elder abuse. It is not intended to be legal advice. Every case is different.
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CASE CLOSED: PREMISE OF LIABILITY
In our line of work, our duty to the public is to ensure the right people take responsibility for their actions. When a person’s negligence or carelessness results in an accident or severe injury, we make sure that person answers for their actions. One of our main goals is to make the community safer, and we do that by holding people accountable. Money is one of the top reasons that company leaders don't take the appropriate safety precautions to protect the community. They don’t want to spend anything extra on security or inspectors to walk around and make sure there’s nothing dangerous on the property. For companies like these, there's always a cost-benefit analysis for each decision. However, you can bet they’re going to make different financial decisions in the future when we make that company pay for their negligence. Our team did just this for a client who, due to an individual’s negligence, suffered a very serious leg injury. This amazing client was a wonderful human who loved his career. Yet, because of his injury, his career was cut short. He truly deserved justice for what he’d gone through, but no one wanted to take responsibility for the injustice he suffered. That is when our team leapt into action. We ensured that the right people took responsibility for this unfortunate situation, helping them take the first step toward redemption. If someone doesn’t take responsibility for their actions, they’re not going to fix the problem or do their diligence to ensure another incident like this doesn’t happen again. If you know anyone who needs legal representation or who has been harmed by a company that needs to take responsibility for their actions, refer them to our office. We are prepared to do our duty in making our community a safer place. ENSURING THE ‘BAD GUYS’ TAKE FULL RESPONSIBILITY
ZESTY ORANGE CRANBERRY SAUCE
Inspired by OnceUponaChef.com
• 1/2 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed • 1/2 cup water • 3/4 cup plus 2 tbsp sugar • 12 oz fresh cranberries • 2 tsp orange zest • Salt to taste Ingredients Directions 1. In a medium saucepan, heat the orange juice, water, and sugar to a boil. Add other ingredients, then bring mixture back to boiling. 2. Reduce the heat to medium and cook gently for 10–12 minutes, until the cranberries burst. 3. Transfer the sauce to a bowl or jar, cover, and refrigerate until serving. Skip the can-shaped cranberry sauce this year and bring a jar of homemade sauce to Thanksgiving instead. This easy recipe can be made ahead of the big event and keeps for 10 days in the fridge.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Page 1 The Team That Works Beside Me
Page 2 Researcher Brené Brown Helps Leaders Find Their Vulnerability — and Succeed
Our Clients Say It Best
Page 3 Taking Responsibility for a Wrong Choice
Zesty Orange Cranberry Sauce
Page 4 Top 5 Healthy Life Hacks to Have an Awesome Morning
TOP 5 HEALTHY LIFE HACKS TO HAVE AN AWESOME MORNING
Getting your day started with coffee isn’t always enough. Sometimes, you need to give yourself an extra boost, especially when you have little energy or trouble focusing. For an awesome start to your day, here are five tips to get you going right off the bat. WAKE UP 5 MINUTES EARLY. What’s the power of five minutes? It can be more than you think. Spend this time doing simple breathing exercises or a quick meditation so you can get focused for the rest of the day. If that’s not your style, you can prepare a quick to-do list for your day ahead. Either way, it’s always nice to have a little extra time for yourself without losing too much sleep. START WITH GREEN TEA, THEN COFFEE. A cup of coffee at 7 a.m. can leave you burned out by 10 a.m. Try swapping it
with green tea for a more gentle wake-up call. After that, you can brew your favorite coffee to keep you going strong. This practice also might help you consume less caffeine overall! TAKE A QUICK MORNING WALK — AND HAVE YOUR MEETINGS ON THE GO. Morning meetings can make us want to fall asleep again. Don’t spend all of them sitting down if you don’t have to! Not only will morning walks help you wake up, but they can also add some extra physical activity to your day. WRITE IN YOUR JOURNAL. Who says you have to journal at the end of the day when you’re tired and ready to sleep? You can journal in the morning about what happened yesterday and the things you’re looking forward to that day.
Journaling can remind you of your daily goals and motivate you to stick to your commitments.
PACK YOUR LUNCH (OR SNACKS!).
Staying on track with your goals starts with having the energy to do them. Plan a healthy balance of fats, vegetables, carbohydrates, and proteins. This can be as simple as assembling dips, carrots, wraps, and salads each morning.
It’s time to try these tactics to jump-start your day!
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