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THE GUARDIAN
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FEBRUARY 2023
THE RETURN OF OUR NEWSLETTER! We’re Celebrating With Our Origin Story
When I was in middle school, my social studies class had a lesson on the Civil Rights Movement, and to help us understand the famous court cases that impacted racial inequalities during that time, our teacher created a mock trial for us to participate in. We started with Plessy vs. Ferguson, the Supreme Court case that ruled segregation was constitutional so long as the facilities for each race were considered equal. It was this case that created the term “separate but equal.” My teacher divided the class to assign each group a side of the court case. We were to complete as much research as possible and conduct the proceedings in our classroom. My teacher assigned me the role of the lawyer representing Ferguson’s side — the one that wanted to keep people separate.
with Brown v. Board of Education, where this time, I was arguing against separate but equal. My classmates ruled in my favor once again. This experience ignited my passion for law, and I knew from this moment I wanted to be a lawyer. In only a week’s time, I was able to sway my classmates from one extreme to another only using my words. I saw how a lawyer could have a huge impact on society and decided that I wanted to use that power to make a positive change. But when I finally entered law school, I didn’t know exactly what I wanted to practice. So, during my first year, I was able to do some campus interviews where firms from all around came to our campus to give students a chance to meet them and hopefully be interested enough to want to work there. I thought this would be a great opportunity to find out exactly what I wanted to do as a lawyer, but was disappointed to find that I disliked every firm that showed up for interviews.
people , not companies. They supplied me with a list of firms that served people, I sent my resume to them all, and ended up becoming a law clerk for a personal injury firm. After working at this firm and learning how much personal injury attorneys can impact people’s lives, I knew that’s what I wanted to do. Once I graduated, I worked for a couple of different firms for a few years, but I really felt that opening my own firm would allow me to take on the cases that could be a force of societal change — like I dreamed of in middle school. So, I opened the Tittle Law Firm, and after I began this practice, I sought out an old friend: Scott Perlmuter. We had met at the first firm we both worked for and got along great as two young attorneys. I called Scott and pitched him my dream of a law practice that would not only seek justice but make a real difference in our community. He was in, and Tittle & Perlmuter was created.
When the trial began, I stood in front of my classmates, represented my side, and presented the information I had
to our jury. While I disagreed with the side I represented, I did my best to present the evidence I had to support our claim. When it came time for the class to vote on which side won, they chose mine because of my argument.
Every firm in attendance represented large
corporations, and not a single one represented the interests of everyday people. I left the interview event extremely frustrated and immediately marched into the career planning office to ask for a list of firms that represented
I SAW HOW A LAWYER COULD HAVE A HUGE IMPACT ON SOCIETY AND DECIDED THAT I WANTED TO USE THAT POWER TO MAKE A POSITIVE CHANGE.
A week later, the same thing happened again
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HOLIDAY PARTY FOR CUYAHOGA COUNTY YOUTH WITH JEROME FORD At Tittle & Perlmuter, we believe in giving back to our community, and this holiday season, we partnered with Jerome Ford from the Cleveland Browns and the Cuyahoga County Department of Children and Family Services to throw a Holiday Party for Cuyahoga Youth! We invited 25 kids raised by single parents or extended family to enjoy the holidays and come together in spirit.
The children at the event enjoyed various foods from local restaurants, gifts, face painting, balloon animals, and more!
We are so honored to work with Jerome and the Cuyahoga County Department of Children and Family Services to provide these children with a fun reprieve during the holiday season. We hope it was one to remember for everyone involved!
While the wintertime in Cleveland can be beautiful, with puffy white snow dusting the trees and snowmen in people’s front yards, it can also be extremely dangerous. According to the American Automobile Association’s Foundation for Traffic Safety, snowy conditions “account for nearly 500,000 vehicle crashes and more than 2,000 road deaths each year.” A good rule of thumb is to stay home if the weather is bad. However, this isn’t possible for many people due to work, medical appointments or prescription pick-ups, and getting the kids to school. So, to help you and your family stay safe, here are four tips for driving safely in the snow. CLEAN OFF SNOW AND ICE. When ice builds up on your roof or hood, it can become dislodged while driving and damage your car or someone else’s. Even worse, the ice that flies off your vehicle could injure someone. And while Ohio doesn’t have a law about removing snow or ice from your car before you drive, it is illegal to drive a vehicle with windows you cannot see through, covered headlights or tail lights, and unclear license plates. DRIVING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND IS DANGEROUS! 4 Tips to Stay Safe on the Roads
SLOW DOWN. To stay safe in winter conditions, the best thing to do is drive slowly. Poor traction on roads, bridges, and overpasses can cause vehicles to spin out of control, causing accidents and injury. You want to drive slowly so it is easier to maintain control of your car if you run into a slippery road. If you’re driving and your traction control system (TCS) activates, do not slam on your brakes. Stay calm, let off the gas, and keep your eyes focused on where you want your car to go. AVOID CRUISE CONTROL. While this feature is convenient, save it for warmer temperatures. If you come across snow, ice, slush, or even black ice while using cruise control, the vehicle could lose control because its system cannot react quickly enough when there is low traction.
KEEP YOUR LIGHTS CLEAR. In freezing temperatures, your entire car may become covered in sheets of snow and ice, including your headlights and tail lights.
Before you drive, use a microfiber towel, paper towel, or newspaper to scrub your lights after scraping off any hard ice or snow. You want to ensure you can see
as far ahead as possible — and other drivers can see you too.
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THE HISTORY OF THE CLEVELAND TRAFFIC GUARDIANS How They Keep Our City Safe If you’ve grown up in Cleveland or even just driven over the Hope Memorial Bridge (formerly the Lorain-Carnegie Bridge), you know them: The eight statues carved into sandstone pylons, each 43 feet tall, tower over the structure and have become a large part of the city’s culture. In 1927, Cleveland voters approved the bridge’s construction, and Wilbur Watson was hired as the bridge’s engineer. He brought an interesting idea to its construction — eight humanlike guardians to watch over and protect the east-west traffic of Cleveland. Frank Walker of Walker & Weeks was brought in to design these guardians, and Henry Hering was hired to sculpt them. Each guardian is sculpted from local Berea sandstone, each carved in an Art Deco style, popular during the 1930s. This art style is marked by the parallel lines that run both behind and below the guardians and was considered to be more modern and sleek. All eight guardians also hold a different ground transportation vehicle in their large forward-facing hands. The vehicles are intended to show a progression through time and represent the evolution of human transportation and technology. The progression of technological advancements also symbolizes the idea that regardless of how our transportation changes, these guardians will always be here to watch over and protect Cleveland’s citizens. The vehicles progress as follows: a hay wagon, covered wagon, stagecoach, passenger car, dump truck, concrete mixer, and two other work trucks. Since their construction in 1932, these guardians have become iconic in Cleveland both in its culture and art scene, being the only public Art Deco monument in the entire city. But more than their cultural or artistic significance, these guardians provide a feeling of safety and security to Cleveland’s citizens and will continue their steadfast watch for years to come.
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We’ve lived up to that dream with every case we take on because hiring Tittle & Perlmuter means that you’re hiring attorneys who actually care and don’t just view you as a number. We always do what’s best for our clients, even if that means taking that case to trial, and we’ll never just settle because it’s the easy way out.
When I’m not representing my client’s best interests, I’m chasing after my two kids. They’re just 4 and 7 years old, and my life revolves around them and their endless energy. I also coach wrestling and flag football, so I’m busy with extracurriculars during all seasons. So, with this return of our newsletter, I’d like to thank our incredible clients for choosing Tittle & Perlmuter to fight for them. We look forward to serving, protecting, and inspiring both you and our community!
CREAMY CARAMELIZED BANANA OATMEAL
Inspired by EatWithClarity.com
Step up your morning routine with this flavorful oatmeal. In only 15 minutes, fuel your day with a breakfast that tastes just like dessert! The best part? It’s vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free.
INGREDIENTS:
Oatmeal: •
Bananas:
1 cup rolled/old-fashioned oats 2 cups nondairy milk (or water)
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1–2 tbsp refined coconut oil 2 tbsp maple syrup plus more for topping, if desired
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1/2 tsp cinnamon Pinch of sea salt 1 tsp vanilla extract
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2 bananas, sliced into thick disks
DIRECTIONS:
1. In a pot over medium heat, add the oats and nondairy milk (or water) and bring to a boil. 2. Reduce heat to low, add cinnamon, sea salt, and vanilla and let simmer until thickened. 3. To a large sauté pan, add the coconut oil and maple syrup while the oatmeal is cooking. Once sizzling, add the sliced bananas. 4. Cook on each side for about 5 minutes or until golden brown. 5. When the oatmeal is done, top with the caramelized bananas and additional maple syrup if desired. Add cinnamon, crushed walnuts, pecans, or nut butter!
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1. Celebrating the Return of Our Newsletter
2. Our Holiday Party for Cuyahoga County Youth Tips for Safe Driving in Snowy Conditions 3. The Cleveland Traffic Guardians: Our City’s Symbols of Safety Creamy Caramelized Banana Oatmeal 4. How to Achieve a Healthy Work- Life Balance
YOU CAN HAVE YOUR CAKE AND EAT IT, TOO Developing a Healthy Work-Life Balance
Often, the desire to succeed in our professional lives can take precedence over everything else in our private lives, including our well-being, family, friends, and hobbies. Moreover, finding a healthy balance between the two can be challenging as they can begin to blend. Here are the four best ways to keep your work and personal life separate while excelling at both! LOVE WHAT YOU DO. Loving your job is easier said than done, right? If you can land an enjoyable career that isn’t restraining, you’ll find it’s much easier to leave work at work and home at home. When you’re unhappy with your job, it can affect your overall happiness, and feelings of despair can carry into your personal life. DON’T BE A PERFECTIONIST. Career burnout can drastically impact your personal life, so stop trying to control everything. In reality, perfection is out of reach. Constantly striving for perfection can be exhausting, draining, and destructive; at home and in the office. TAKE TIME TO UNPLUG. If the first thing you do in the morning is go online and check emails, or if you’re responding to work texts at the family dinner table, you’ve certainly crossed the line on balancing your work and home life. Quality time at home
should be focused solely on your family, and hours
at the office are for business activities. Once you mix the two, it can be tough to turn back. TAKE BREAKS. Even 30-second breathers throughout your day can make a
drastic difference in improving stress levels, building your concentration, and helping you to feel more engaged — it can even help you to enjoy your job a bit more! By implementing these tips into your routine, you’ll be on your way to a healthier work-life balance, which translates into feeling less stressed, having fewer health issues, being more productive, and having a happier life at work and home.
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