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May 2018
A CLASS ACT LESSONS FROM MY MOTHER
I’ll never forget the day I walked into class in 10th grade to see my mother seated behind the desk. She had been a school teacher for years, but having her as my substitute still came as a shock. As class began, neither of us commented on it. But since I was a bit of a smart aleck, I eventually raised my hand. “What’s for dinner, Mom?” Her response was as quick and as dry as the crack of a whip: “Nothing.” My mother would have made a fabulous lawyer. She had a sharp wit and an even sharper mind, armed with a vocabulary that made her virtually unbeatable at Scrabble. Yet she dedicated her life to supporting me and my brothers, pushing us to strive to reach our full potential. As anyone who was raised by a schoolteacher can probably attest, academics came first in our household. You’d think there was no higher crime in the world than getting a bad grade, and we had to be really, really sick to miss a day of school. My mother understood just how invaluable education was, and she made sure we did, too. This is not to say she was a cruel taskmaster. On the contrary, she was incredibly supportive. Despite working as a teacher and helping our father at his clothing store in the evenings, she always made it out to cheer us on at sporting
events, and she was an invaluable sounding board if I was struggling with a homework assignment. On top of everything, Mom would almost always cook dinner for the family, smart aleck comments notwithstanding. The only real exception was when the holiday season got busy, and she stayed late at the clothing store alongside my father. With my elder brother already in college and two younger brothers at home, I became “the hamburger king.” While my cooking didn’t quite compare to hers, I was happy to help out. I didn’t always see it back then, but I’m incredibly grateful for how vigorously my mother pushed me to succeed in school. The fact that all of us Kanter boys now hold advanced degrees, from psychiatry to engineering, is a testament to her unerring commitment to our education. Mom saw our potential even when we couldn’t. The decision to become a lawyer came from a desire to prove myself — to face down the academic rigors and challenges of law school and see if I could handle it. Thanks to the values and skills my mother taught me, I didn’t just succeed in becoming a lawyer; I thrived. Now, 38 years after achieving this personal goal, I’m still going strong.
It’s fitting that Mother’s Day and Teacher’s Day fall within a week of each other this month. I’m incredibly grateful to the woman who was both of those things in my family. Of all the lessons she taught me, the one that has stuck with me the most is that education can never be taken away from you. It’s an idea I’ve carried with me my whole life and have tried, in my own way, to impart to my daughters as they’ve gone on to pursue their own hopes and dreams.
Mom, thanks for everything you taught me.
-Elliott Kanter
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FOOD SUBSCRIPTION BOXES
Eating the same foods over and over gets old, but it’s often hard to be adventurous when you don’t want to waste money on unappetizing food. Enter the food subscription box. When you sign up for a food subscription box, you’ll have the opportunity to sample new foods without committing much money — or time at the grocery store — to the cause. Here are two tasty food subscription boxes that’ll make your mouth water. TRY THE WORLD Try the World believes that the most authentic way to discover a new culture from the comfort of your own home is through food. With two price points to choose from, Try the World sends you artisanal and gourmet foods from different cultures each month. Each box comes with a “culture guide” that includes the story behind each food, recipes that incorporate the products, and tips to enhance your food-tasting experience. Like most subscription boxes, you can’t choose which country’s foods you’ll sample. However, you can purchase individual items at Try the World’s online shop. Customers can pause or cancel their subscription any time, and pricing depends on the length of your subscription. GRAZE If you like variety, exciting flavor combinations, and wholesome snacks approved by a nutritionist, you’ll love Graze. With this food box subscription, When disaster befalls a friend or loved one, it can be hard to know what to say or do. In the face of a traumatic accident, such as a car crash, it’s easy to feel powerless to help them. But there are simple, practical steps you can take to ease their pain and support their recovery. LISTEN, LISTEN, LISTEN First and foremost, always come from a place of compassion. This means listening to your loved one without passing judgement. Telling them to “feel better” or to “pull themselves up by their bootstraps” doesn’t help their recovery. In fact, it might make them feel like they have to hide their injuries or put off seeking treatment. Try listening to their pain, instead. Having someone to vent to can make a world of difference for accident survivors. It lets them know they are valued, they aren’t a burden, and they aren’t alone. TAKE THEM TO APPOINTMENTS Physical injuries and the fear of another accident can keep car-crash survivors from driving confidently. Being there to take your friend or loved one to their medical appointments can be a huge help to them. Even if they can drive, they could use a friend there to support them while they take the next steps in their recovery. Missing too many medical appointments can also hurt their chance of getting compensation for their injuries.
customers create a personalized snacking experience, something that many food subscription services don’t offer! Once you set your preferences, Graze handpicks eight snacks for your box. After you’ve tried your snacks, you can tell Graze how well they know your taste buds. Unfortunately, Graze is not suitable for people with allergies. Their snacks are packed in a facility that also processes nuts, wheat, milk, soy, and egg, and cross- contamination is a strong possibility. Graze prices depend on the services and products you select, but a standard subscription starts at $13.99 per box. Like Try the World, you can purchase snacks separately from their online shop. Customers can pause their subscription for up to 12 weeks or cancel their deliveries at any time. Trying new food should be a fun, stress-free experience. Food subscription boxes allow you to sample new snacks and create foreign meals cheaply and from the comfort of your own home. Try a box the next time you’re feeling adventurous in the kitchen.
BEING THERE HOW TO HELP A FRIEND AFTER AN ACCIDENT
MAKE DINNER The last thing a recovering person needs to worry about is cooking. But this doesn’t mean they need to resign themselves to fast food and pizza. Why not bring over a home-cooked meal for them and their family to enjoy? This is one of those small gestures that can have an enormous impact. KEEP AN EYE ON THEIR FUTURE After the chaos of an accident, it can be hard for survivors to plan a path forward. By helping them keep track of important documents, make their doctors’ appointments, and seek compensation, you can assist them in finding the path to stability. While you may not be an expert in filing insurance claims or knowing when to pursue a personal injury lawsuit, you can put them in touch with someone who can. Elliott Kanter has over three decades of experience practicing law and has helped people from all walks of life get the compensation they deserve after an injury. Our experienced staff is happy to help your loved one understand the ins and outs of their legal situation and plan their next step forward. Reach out to us at (619) 762-3692.
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BUSTED Big or Small, Fraud Is Still a Crime
When filing an insurance claim, it can be tempting to ask for “a little bit” more than you’re entitled to. Maybe you were rear-ended and you’re thinking about lumping in that scratch on your front bumper. Or perhaps you’re claiming a severe injury that doesn’t exist. Regardless of how big or small the claim, insurance fraud is a significant violation that can land you in serious trouble. Before you consider seeking compensation on a false claim, take these two possible repercussions into account. DENIED CLAIM If an insurance company suspects you of fraud, they can deny your claim and prevent you from receiving financial assistance. This can leave you high and dry in your time of need and potentially red-flag your account. A mark on your record will cause other insurance companies to become wary of providing you with coverage in the future. Even the smallest of frauds can lead to the biggest of complications. CRIMINAL CHARGES Depending on the nature of the fraud, a false claim can turn from a misdemeanor to a felony real quick. The line between the two varies by state, but both have consequences that stay on your record. In the state of California, fines can climb as high as $150,000 or double the defrauded amount. You may face jail time, as well. There are instances where insurance companies won’t pay legitimate claims and will instead label them as fraud. If this happens to you, it’s paramount that you contact an attorney. Our firm is dedicated to making sure you have experienced and competent representation for whatever your needs may be. Reach out to us today to schedule a free consultation with one of San Diego’s top law firms.
GRILLED RANCH POTATOES
Inspired by delish.com
INGREDIENTS
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2 pounds baby potatoes, halved
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Ranch dressing for drizzling
1/4 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Bacon bits (optional)
1/2 packet ranch seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat grill to medium. In a large pan, toss potatoes with olive oil, lemon juice, and ranch seasoning. Season generously with salt and pepper. 2. Skewer potatoes. (If using wood skewers, be sure to soak in water an hour before
grilling.) Grill until tender and lightly charred, about 15 minutes. 3. Drizzle with ranch and garnish with chives and bacon bits.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
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MOTHER’S DAY REFLECTIONS
EXPLORE NEW CUISINE WITH FOOD SUBSCRIPTION BOXES YOUR FRIEND WAS JUST IN AN ACCIDENT. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?
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GRILLED RANCH POTATOES REPERCUSSIONS OF INSURANCE FRAUD
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3 OF THE MOST FORMIDABLE MOMS IN HISTORY
EMMELINE PANKHURST (1858–1928) Despite being a wife and the mother of five children — two of whom died tragically young — Emmeline Pankhurst became one of the fiercest advocates for women’s suffrage in the late 19th century. After founding the Women’s Social and Political Union in 1903, she and her cohorts adopted an aggressive strategy to raise awareness for the issue; they began by buttonholing politicians and staging rallies, then progressed to vandalism, window smashing, and arson. She was instrumental in the movement. Pankhurst lived to see women gain the right to vote in 1928.
her infant daughter in 1826, she took the girl and fled to an abolitionist Quaker family, but she was forced to leave her other daughter and her 5-year-old son, Peter, behind. Soon after, she learned that Peter had been illegally sold by Dumont to a slaveholder in Alabama, so she went to court and secured his safe return. It was the first successful case brought by a black woman against a white man in American history. Truth went on to become a prominent abolitionist and a speaker for women’s rights, delivering her famous impromptu speech, “Ain’t I a Woman?” in May of 1851.
MOTHERS SHAPE THE WORLD
3 OF HISTORY’S BRAVEST MOMS
Moms make the world go round. After running the gauntlet of childbirth, they raise and guide us throughout our lives, shouldering the tremendous burden and responsibility of motherhood. Mothers are in turn formidable, kind, powerful, gentle, wise, fierce, patient, supportive, empathetic, driven, and full of love. In honor of Mother’s Day, here are three historic moms who never stopped fighting for what they believed in. SOJOURNER TRUTH (1797–1883) Before she escaped from New York slaveholder John Dumont, Sojourner Truth had at least three of her children sold away from her. When Dumont went back on his promise to emancipate Truth and
IRENA SENDLER (1910–2008) When the Nazis invaded Warsaw in September of 1939, Irena Sendler, a
29-year-old social worker and mother of two, hatched a scheme to rescue Jewish children from the brutal ghettos. Along with many friends and colleagues, she smuggled out nearly 2,500 Jewish orphans, hiding infants on trams and garbage wagons and guiding kids through a labyrinth of secret passageways beneath the city.
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