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THE LEGAL LEDGER 800-800-4300 DENMONPEARLMAN.COM MAKING A DIFFERENCE: DENMON PEARLMAN HOSTS BACK-TO-SCHOOL BACKPACK GIVEAWAYS SEPTEMBER 2023
The back-to-school season always brings mixed emotions — excitement for the new year ahead but a bit of melancholy that the relaxation of summer is over and it’s now time to get back into “the routine.” For some families and kids, the back-to- school season can bring a bit more stress because of financial situations. Buying new school clothes, school supplies and everything that goes into getting a child prepared for a new year of learning can be expensive, especially with multiple children. And some of the things kids want, so they can fit in with their friends, may not be realistic for a family’s budget. Designer shoes, name-brand clothes, and backpacks are out of reach when you are working hard to make ends meet.
but none bring me as much joy as the Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway. This year, we hosted two events, one at our office in downtown St. Petersburg and the other at the Sunset Grille of Hernando Beach, designed to reach as many students in need as we could in these neighborhoods.
Each student received a brand-new, name-brand backpack filled with school supplies. We also had a raffle at each location to award two families with a $300 back-to-school shopping spree at Target. It was an absolute blast. Seeing the smiles on the kids’ faces as they received their cool backpacks really filled my heart with joy and gratitude that our firm could organize an event like this for neighborhood communities. It was incredible to witness the
who volunteered their time to identify and purchase backpacks and supplies, stuff the backpacks, distribute these items to families, and keep everyone fed and entertained during our giveaways. To our firm clients and friends who attended and supported us, thank you so much. Your lives and stories encourage me to be a better person and make our community a better place. And to the students who received backpacks and supplies, I hope these items help you to dream big and excel in your studies this school year. We’re grateful to have the means and opportunity to host events like this and look forward to our Denmon Pearlman Back-to- School Backpack Giveaway next summer! Managing Partner and Trial Attorney Denmon Pearlman Law Firm —Christian Denmon 1
I was one of those kids, always dreaming of having the “cool” shoes, clothes, and backpacks for the first day of school, but with two younger brothers and a single mom who struggled with mental health issues, having the name-brand items was not a reality for me and my brothers. And other kids made fun of us for not fitting in. This made going back to school hard at times. At Denmon Pearlman, we lead and take part in many community initiatives,
excitement in their eyes and know we were making a difference for them and their families. In total, we gave away 300 backpacks between the two locations, supporting local students in need and ensuring they had the essential supplies they needed to start the school year with confidence. All of this would not have been possible without the expert organizational skills of firm partner Nicole Pearlman and an army of Denmon Pearlman staff
GROW A THRIVING GARDEN WHILE SAVING MONEY
BE SURE TO FOLLOW THESE STEPS!
from sprouting and growing in the soil you will add later. Step 2: Add sticks and small logs. Similar to cardboard, adding sticks and logs will prevent weeds and other invasive plants from growing in your
While it may be the fall season now, the temperature is still warm enough to encourage root growth for a garden! During the fall, you can plant blueberries, broccoli, garlic, radishes, spinach, lettuce, and several flowers such as asters, calendulas, and cosmos. However, planting can become expensive, especially if you have large raised beds for your garden. It may take several bags of soil to fill your garden bed, which can quickly put a dent in your wallet. Is there anything you can do to save money? Yes! Follow these four steps and watch your garden — and greenbacks — flourish. Step 1: Lay down cardboard. After setting up your raised garden bed, add a layer of cardboard (any type of cardboard will do) to the bottom of it. This layer will prevent weeds from the dirt underneath the cardboard
You can also toss food scraps on this layer for additional nutrients! Step 4: Top with soil and compost . Finally, you can begin adding your soil. Because the bed is filled with other materials, you won’t need as much! After applying a good amount of soil, you can add compost to the mix if desired. Once everything is to your liking and your beds are full of soil and nutrients, you’re ready to plant. Happy harvesting, everyone! Unrest continued. The Pullman Strike in 1894 followed cut wages and layoffs at the Pullman Company. The monthslong demonstration effectively halted railway transportation across the country. Eventually, in Blue Island, Illinois, protestors set fire to several buildings and derailed a train. President Cleveland subsequently dispatched troops to shut the strike down. But first, he signed Labor Day into law as a national holiday. Historians believe it was his way of offering an olive branch to labor unions, even though the National Guardsman he deployed ultimately killed at least 30 demonstrators. While the United States officially recognized Labor Day for the first time in 1894, labor rights and conditions still had a long way to go. It wasn’t until 1935 that the National Labor Relations Act guaranteed workers the right to organize a labor union. A few years later, after decades of union organizing, the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 outlawed child labor, instituted the nation’s first minimum wage, and capped a standard workweek at 40 hours. As you spend time with your family and wave goodbye to summer this Labor Day, remember its origins and the American workers who made our lives better. Their hard work secured much more than an extra day off work.
garden. And these limbs and twigs will provide much-needed bulk, minimizing the amount of soil needed to fill your containers. Step 3: Sprinkle grass clippings and shredded leaves. Nitrogen and carbon are essential to any garden because plants need nutrients to grow. While you can purchase nitrogen fertilizer at the store, recycling grass clippings and shredded leaves is a cheaper and environmentally friendly alternative.
LABOR DAY’S FORGOTTEN PAST The Federal Holiday’s Messy Origins
If you’re like most Americans, your plans for Labor Day probably involve a barbecue, a beach day, a dip in the pool, or a trip to the parade. But while we now primarily know the first Monday in September as the unofficial last day of summer, Labor Day’s origins reflect something much more significant. The Central Labor Union organized the first Labor Day celebration in New York City in 1882. While it featured a parade and other festivities, the gathering was an unofficial one-day strike. Union members took an unsanctioned, unpaid
day off to celebrate American workers and the power of collective bargaining.
Since the event was such a hit, they repeated the celebration the following year. Slowly, states began recognizing the holiday, but tensions between businesses and workers remained high. In 1886, thousands of Chicago workers protested to demand an eight-hour workday. Tragically, the several-day strike ended with an unknown assailant setting off a bomb, and the incident became known as the Haymarket Riot.
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PROTECT YOUR MOST PRECIOUS CARGO
With summer over and fall here, pecan and honey reign supreme in this sweet chicken recipe. The honey provides a perfect caramelization while pecans pack on the crunch factor!
CAR SEAT SAFETY FOR CHILDREN OF EVERY AGE If you’ve ever had a child in a vehicle with you, you know that child is the most precious cargo. But parents don’t always realize when they’re putting their kids at risk. Child Passenger Safety Week, celebrated Sept. 17–23, aims to bring awareness to the protective tools all parents should use. There’s more to reducing the impact of a car crash on children than just buckling up. BABIES AND TODDLERS From their first trip home from the hospital, babies should be secured into the back seat of the car in a rear-facing car seat with a harness. This stage lasts longer than some parents realize, until age 2–4. Every car seat is different, so check yours for weight and height limits. Only switch to a front-facing car seat once your child has outgrown the rear-facing one. Further, children this age should never sit in the car’s front seat; airbags can be deadly to small bodies. GRADE-SCHOOL CHILDREN Children should continue using their forward-facing car seat until age 5 and transition away from it once they outgrow the height and weight requirements. At that point, children should use a booster seat while remaining in the back seat. Continue to use the booster until the child is tall enough to use the seat properly. Note that seat belt fit can vary by vehicle, so there may be a period when your child needs a booster seat in some cars but not others. ADOLESCENTS A seat belt fits properly when the lower portion sits across the upper thighs (not the stomach), and the shoulder belt sits at the center of the shoulder. A seat belt that sits across the neck is dangerous, and a seat belt off the shoulder does not offer complete protection, so adjust the height as needed. Children usually grow out of their booster seat between ages 9 and 12 but should ride in the back seat until they are at least 13. Finally, car seats are notoriously tricky to install, putting kids in danger if not done correctly. Scan the QR code next to this article to find a car seat inspection station near you. Inspection is usually free and will give you peace of mind.
INGREDIENTS
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2 6-oz boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/8 tsp black pepper 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tbsp butter 3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp finely chopped pecans
DIRECTIONS
1. Pound chicken with a meat mallet to 1/2-inch thickness. Sprinkle with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. 2. In a large nonstick skillet, heat butter over medium heat; brown chicken on both sides. Cook covered until chicken is no longer pink, about 6–8 minutes, turning once.
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Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with pecans. Cook covered until chicken is glazed, about 2–3 minutes.
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INSIDE 1 Making a Difference for Students!
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Money-Saving Hacks for Your Fall Garden
Why We Celebrate Labor Day
Child Passenger Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know
Honey-Pecan Chicken Breasts
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Injury-Free Running: The Key Lies in Form
THE KEY LIES IN FORM INJURY-FREE RUNNING
each step bigger. But your body has a natural stride length, and extending your legs too far in front of your center of mass is one of the fastest paths to an injury. Overstriding stresses your joints unnecessarily, so focus on shorter, quicker steps instead. You’ll feel lighter and run more efficiently. BOUNCING Running should move
just over your head as you run. You aim to avoid bumping your head by maintaining a consistent distance from the ground. HUNCHING Many people have bad posture, so it’s no surprise it carries over to their running form. But it’s a problem worth correcting. Hunched shoulders and leaning forward while running make breathing harder and prevent proper hip extension. It’s also bad news for your back. Dr. Guthmiller urges runners to imagine a string pulling their spine toward the sky. At the same time, avoid standing too straight. Proper posture involves a slight lean with a straight spine and squared shoulders. Developing proper running form takes time, and no one eliminates all errors immediately. But you’ll reduce your risk of developing an injury and see more progress if you can reduce your mistakes. Try to focus on one part of your form at a time — you might be surprised how much better you feel.
Running is one of the most effective cardiovascular exercises, but it’s also among the most likely to cause injuries. However, many problems runners face aren’t inherent to the sport — they result from bad form. Improper running form can put unnecessary stress on your joints, spine, and neck, potentially
your body forward, not up. Many runners push
causing long-term damage. Here are some of the most common errors that can lead to injury — and how to correct them. OVERSTRIDING Many runners mistakenly think
themselves off the ground and into the air, producing a bouncing motion that sends them up and down. It’s bad for your legs and will make you feel tired more quickly. To correct this problem, physical therapist and running coach Dr. Casey Guthmiller recommends imagining a low ceiling
they’ll improve their speed by increasing their stride or making
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