3 STEPS TO TAKE IF YOU’VE BEEN IN A TRUCK CRASH
When someone who has been injured in a truck crash meets with us for the first time, they often have little knowledge of, and zero experience with, the civil justice system. It’s usually a confusing time for them. They’re not sure what they should (and should not) do after the crash. Their medical bills are piling up; the insurance company won’t stop calling them; and they can’t go back to work for a while. If you find yourself in a similar situation, these three tips will point you in the right direction. company begins its investigation within hours of your crash, likely when you’re still in the emergency room. The insurance company’s immediate response almost always gives them a head start on gathering the facts of the case. That’s why it is important to speak with and retain a truck accident attorney as soon as possible. The sooner your attorney begins their investigation, the better it is for your case. 1. Contact an attorney as soon as possible. As you might expect, a trucking company’s insurance
Oftentimes, they will ask you for information about the crash or your medical treatment. They are not asking for this information because they’re trying to help you. Instead, they’re looking for any piece of information that will limit the amount of money that their company has to pay you. Adjusters have also been known to advise injured victims against hiring an attorney or recommend that you sign a release absolving them of their liability. Therefore, it is always better for you to give the insurance company your attorney’s contact information as soon as possible. 3. Focus on your physical, mental, and emotional recovery. When you have been injured in a crash, the last thing you should be doing is dealing with insurance companies and bill collectors. Every time we meet with a new client, we ask them to delegate the stress and anxiety inherent in litigation to us. Let us shoulder the burden of litigation; we do it every day. By not allowing yourself to get bogged down with the minutiae of a lawsuit, you can focus on what’s most important: getting back how you were prior to the injury. Whenever something shifts your focus from your recovery to the lawsuit (e.g. wondering how you’re going to pay or whether or not a certain document is important) let your attorney know. You can make your attorney’s job easier by saving documents that come in and forwarding them to the law office.
2. Avoid talking to insurance companies. When an insurance company calls you, refer them to your attorney immediately. Insurance adjusters can be ruthless.
–Pat Cummings
MARCH 2019 DATES OF CONSEQUENCE
HOMEMADE CORNED BEEF Ingredients • 2 quarts water • 1 cup kosher salt • 1/2 cup brown sugar • 2 tablespoons saltpeter (potassium nitrate) • 1 cinnamon stick, broken into large pieces • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds • 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns • 8 cloves garlic • 8 whole allspice berries • 12 whole juniper berries • 2 bay leaves, crumbled • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger • 2 pounds ice • 1 5-pound beef brisket, trimmed • 1 small onion, quartered • 1 large carrot, coarsely chopped • 1 stalk celery, coarsely chopped
March 6
Ash Wednesday
Directions 1. In a large stockpot, combine water, garlic, and all herbs and spices to make brine. Cook over high heat until salt and sugar are fully dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in ice. 2. Once water temp reaches 45 F, place brisket in a 2-gallon zip-close bag, pour in brine to cover, lay flat in a large container, and store in fridge. 3. Brine for 10 days, checking daily to make sure brisket is fully submerged and brine is stirred. 4. After 10 days, remove brisket from brine and rinse under cool water. In a large pot, cover brisket, onion, carrot, and celery with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and gently simmer for 2 1/2–3 hours. 5. Remove, slice across the grain, and serve.
March 15
St. Joan of Arc K of C March Madness Fish Fry
March 17
St. Patrick’s Day
March 19
Feast of St. Joseph
March 19
NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament begins
March 28
White Sox at Royals Opening Day
March 28
Cubs at Rangers Opening Day
Every Saturday morning throughout the year, St. Joan of Arc Men’s group meets from 7–8 a.m. in the St. Joan of Arc Parish Center. Please join us.
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