Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!

Special thanks go out to all of our clients and friends who graciously referred our law firm to their friends and neighbors last month! Our practice is built based on the positive comments and referrals from people just like you. We just couldn’t do it without you.

Here’s To Your HEALTH!!!

              OVERWEIGHT?

Milk May Do Your Body Good!

Good news for milk drinkers: Dairy products can lower the risk of diabetes and heart disease.

A 10 year study found that among overweight people ages 18 to 30, those who consumed the most dairy products had a 72% lower incidence of insulin resistance syndrome than those who consumed the least.

The syndrome is a forerunner of diabetes and it increases the risk of heart attack and stroke.

But dairy products don’t have similar benefits for these who aren’t overweight, according to the study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association.

SPOON UP A BOWL OF OATS TO LOWER YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE!

A serving of whole grain oats cereal every day lowers blood pressure, two new studies reveal. And for patients who are taking medication for high blood pressure, the oat cereal may allow them to decrease their dosages.

EAT ONLY SOY MUCH TO CUT RISK OF BREAST CANCER!

Eating too much soy can be dangerous. Soy contains substances called isoflavones, which in excessive amounts may increase the risk of breast cancer and interfere with thyroid function.

But moderate soy consumption – a half of tofu or a cup of soy milk daily, for instance can lower cholesterol and breast cancer risk.

If You Plan On Going To Any
Summer Parties…Here’s Some Important Tips To Help You AVOID A Drunk Driving Conviction…!

Whether you are going to a summer party, out to dinner, a wedding reception, bachelor party, or simply going out with some friends, most people know in advanced whether they will be consuming alcohol on a particular night.

So, remember…even if drinking is on the agenda, driving after consuming alcohol does not have to be part of the plan!

Some say that the best way to avoid a DUI conviction is never to drive a car after drinking. Great advice, for sure. Here are a few tips for avoiding a drunk driving conviction:

• Discuss Your Agenda with Others In Your Group. If you don’t plan ahead, you could expose yourself to a possible drunk driving charge. Someone needs to be the designated driver. It’s just pure and simple!

• If You Know You’re Unable To Drive Safely Call A Cab. Some communities have developed a program offering FREE cab rides to you if you have been drinking or have had too much to drink.

• “Thanks, But I’m Going To Drive After Drinking Anyway”: Certain people do not choose to seek alternate means of transportation on their “nights out.” For people who drink and drive, even in moderation, a good bit of advice is in order.

IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW are arrested for a DUI call our office at (619)476-9436. Ask for Attorney Sara Imsdahl.

THE COOKIN’ CORNER…

Shrimp from the Orient! Instead of taking your family our to your favorite Chinese restaurant, try cooking up this delicious dish right in your own kitchen. For variety, substitute chicken or pork for the shrimp.

Preparation and cooking time: About 35 minutes.
Serves 4 people.

½ cups long grain white rice
¾ cup fat-skimmed chicken broth
2 tbsp. soy sauce
2 tbsp. white wine
1 tbsp. cornstarch
1 1/2 tsp. sugar
½ tsp. hot chili flakes
¼ tsp. salt
1 lb. Broccoli florets, rinsed and cut into 1-inch-wide pieces
1 tsp. salad oil
1 tbsp. minced fresh ginger
2 tsps. minced garlic
1 lb. (41 to 50 per lb.) shelled, viand shrimp
¼ cup chopped roasted, salted peanuts

IN a 2 – 3 quart pan, combine ice and 2 ¾ cups water. Bring to a boil over heat and cook until most of the water is absorbed, 7 to 10 minutes. Turn heat to low, cover, and cook until rice is tender to bite, 10 to 15 minutes longer. Spoon rice into a bowl.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix broth, soy sauce, vinegar, cornstarch, sugar, chili flakes, and salt until smooth. Stir cornstarch mixture and add to pan. Stir until sauce boils. Pour shrimp into a bowl and sprinkle with peanuts. Serve with cooked rice.
Nutrition per serving: calories 492, Fat 8 grams, sodium 932 mg.
From SUNSET RECIPE ANNUAL, 2001 Edition by the Editors of Sunset Magazine.

FREE Legal Clinic Q & A Night!

The first Wednesday night of each month, we host an informal Q&A night where we discuss important legal issues like Work Related Injuries, Car Accidents, DUI, Medical Malpractice, Divorce, and Criminal Defense.
It’s our way of acknowledging the community by providing FREE legal advice to your friends and family members.

Just call our office to RSVP!

Make Sure You Read This…!

The continuing war on terrorism as well as recent airline crashes have made many travelers more than a little queasy about flying.

Yet from time to time we are required to take a plane to get to our destination. How do you cope with the fear of flying? Try these tactics:

• Take a look at the facts. Flying remains one of the safe modes of transportation, above and beyond driving.

• Weigh the risk and benefits. There may be a very small chance of something going wrong, but there’s huge opportunity for professional and personal growth and progress if you fly to your destination.

Shape Up At Home…Continued!

BICEP CURLS: With or without weights. Stand, holding hands at your sides, palms facing forward, then raise forearms and bend elbows until hands almost touch shoulders. Repeat.

SIDE LATERAL RAISES: With or without weights. Stand, hands at side, palms facing forward. Slowly move arms away from your sides, keeping your elbows straight, until your hands are at shoulder level, then lower. Repeat.

LEG LIFTS: Lie on your back with your hands behind your head, legs extended. Gradually raise both legs extended. Gradually raise both legs until your heels are about 5 inches off the ground, hold for a second then lower. Repeat.

ABDOMINAL CRUNCHES: Lie on your back with your legs resting on a pillow, hands behind your head. Do a half sit-up until your shoulders are about 5 inches over the ground, then lower. Repeat.

“Do this routine four to five times a week and you’ll find that within a few weeks it will become easier and easier,” said Brolus.

Avoid Getting Caught, Cut Or Struck

Many on-the-job injuries are the result of being caught, cut or struck by an object or piece of machinery, And whether the injury is slight or serious, it can cost you…in time – from bandaging a cut to recovering from surgery; money – from medical bills to lost wages; or health – from a temporary bruise to a permanent disability. To protect yourself from these injures, follow recommended procedures, use common sense, and stay alert. Although every job has its own hazards, there are some general safety precautions you should remember. For every job, think about and pay attention to what you’re doing. Ask yourself these questions:

· Have you been trained to do the task correctly and safely?
· Are you following proper procedures for equipment operation and maintenance?
· Is the tool or equipment in safe operating condition?
· Is the equipment guarded, locked or tagged?
· Should you be wearing personal protective equipment?
· Is there something around you that could affect the safety of the task?
· How can you protect your-self or eliminate those possible hazards?

To protect your self when using tools or equipment, make sure it’s in safe operating condition and that its guard or shield is in place. If a tool or machinery is defective mark it as such and take it out of service. Never bypass a safety feature of take a “short cut,” even for a “quick job.” Keep your hands and fingers clear of sharp or rotating parts. Avoid loose clothing or jewelry when working; surface edges, machinery or moving parts can catch them. Handle sharp or pointed tools with extreme care. Never use your fingers to clean sharp tools, blades or saws. Turn off equipment and use only approved recommended devices for unjamming equipment or retrieving objects stuck in machinery. Make sure you return all tools and equipment to their proper storage areas. Stay clear of loads being moved by mechanical equipment. When lifted or lowering loads, watch your hands and fingers that they don’t get caught or crushed. Before lifting an object, check it for protrusions, nails, splinters, screws, metal banding or other sharp or pointed items, which can cause cut or puncture injuries. Pay attention to what you’re doing and what others are doing around you. Take responsibility for your safety so you don’t become a victim of a caught, cut or struck injury.

If You Or Someone You Know Has Recently Been In A Car Accident And Would Like To Increase The Value Of Your Case…Read THIS!

IT’S TURE…Allstate’s (auto insurance giant) own documents show that, “consumers with attorneys filing claims against Allstate receive 2-3 times more in awards!”

"NOT represented $3,464, represented $7,450.00!” Your insurance adjuster might NOT have told you EVERYTHING when you sign legal documents. Don’t let this happen to you! Just call our office at (619)476-9436 and ask for Angela to set up your FREE auto accident audit consultation!

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What Should You Do In Case Of A Car Accident - Safety Tips To Remember!

If you’re ever in a car accident here are some safety tips that can save your life and protect your family.

1. DON’T make any sudden moves to your head and neck. You may have sustained a serious injury that could be aggravated by sudden movements of your head and neck.
2. TURN the engine off IMMEDIATELY!
3. MAKE sure that everyone in your car is conscious and hasn’t sustained any cuts or lacerations.
4. IF you have small children in the car make sure that they’re OK.
5. IF you have a cell phone call 911 for help.
6. IF you smell gas fumes get out of your car at once.
7. BEFORE getting out of your car make sure that no other car is coming.
8. IF you’re OK to get out of your car check on the other driver.
9. IF you don’t have an auto accident handbook, please contact our office and we’ll send you a FREE copy! Make sure to call TODAY!

FREE HANDBOOKS AVAILABLE!

If you would like to receive a FREE Auto Accident Handbook or Divorce Handbook just call our office at (619)476-9436. Ask for Angela.