Cellino Law - July 2021

Cellino Law - July 2021

July 2021 Advisor

After a year delay from the pandemic, the Summer Olympics are set to get underway this month in Tokyo. It’s a reminder both of how serious the pandemic was just one year ago and how much has changed since then. It feels like a very big step toward a post-pandemic life, where groups can safely gather again and we can resume important traditions both locally and globally. In that way, the timing for this is perfect. No country in the world was spared from the effects of COVID-19, and having an international event to bring us all together — and to celebrate the excellence of each participating country — feels like a great way to mark the transition back to better times. It makes this year’s Olympics feel even more special than in years past. Having this international sporting event also reminds us that it’s possible for countries, even those with very different religious and cultural backgrounds, to gather peacefully. Over 11,000 athletes will be in Tokyo this year competing in 33 different sporting events. While only a fraction of those athletes will get to stand on the podium to receive medals after years of hard work, good sportsmanship abounds. With all the turmoil in today’s world, the Olympics are a good reminder that we are capable of coming together on the world stage. That might seem rather lofty, but it maps onto my own experience with sports; they are more than the sum of their parts. More than just learning the rules of the game or conditioning one’s body to perform, playing sports and being an athlete — especially at the Olympic level The Summer Olympics Are Finally Here Lessons to Learn From the Athletes and the Games CellinoLaw.com

— requires tremendous dedication and persistence. To be a good athlete, you must learn how to push yourself, set goals, and deal with losses. Depending on the sport, you should learn how to work well as a teammate and with your coaches and trainers as well. During the hiring process, I’m always impressed when candidates mention a sports background. If they were dedicated athletes at the high school or college level, that gives me some additional insight into their character. When it comes to the Summer Olympics, my favorite events to watch are gymnastics, swimming, wrestling, and track and field. A lot of the well-known, big-name athletes in these sports have recently retired, but two people I’m watching closely this year are gymnast Simone Biles and wrestler Thomas Gilman, who competes in the 125 lb weight class. Both are tremendously talented athletes. That can really be said of all the athletes at the games though. It’s inspiring to watch people who are the pinnacle of their endeavor. While I never aspired to be an Olympian, I am excited and amazed by what those athletes can do. Knowing they are pushing themselves to be the best in the world in their craft makes me want to continue pushing myself to be the best at mine. It’s a good reminder to all of us to set big goals and know that we can achieve them if we work hard.

I hope you all have a happy Fourth of July and enjoy the Summer Games.

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A Fighting Spirit Inside and Outside the Courtroom

Have you ever been in the middle of a conversation, presentation, or debate, stringing together thoughts in a way you hope is coherent and insightful when — poof! — you lose your train of thought? It’s frustrating. You just want to make yourself understood, but your brain has other plans. What if there were a way to keep your train of thought on track? Well, the good news is that recovering your train of thought is easy with the following hacks in mind. Repeat, repeat, repeat yourself. Paraphrasing your last few thoughts out loud can help you remember where you were going. Think of it as retracing your steps: You go back to the last words you remember saying, and more often than not, you’ll find your direction again. Take a short pause. Pausing briefly is a great way to make recovering your train of thought seem natural. This hack works really well if you’re answering a question and you need time to think, and you also don’t want to be bogged down by a chorus of “ums” escaping from your mouth. GET YOUR TRAIN OF THOUGHT BACK ON TRACK Recovery Hacks

A lot of our attorneys here at Cellino Law have a competitive spirit. Going up against big insurance companies Meet Our Senior Trial Attorney, Michael Lovecchio

takes determination and requires some tenacity. Senior trial attorney Michael Lovecchio first got a taste for competition back in high school and college while playing football. His football career took him to the University of Buffalo, where he enrolled in a legal studies course that piqued his interest and made him consider combining law and sports by becoming a sports agent. He kept that idea in the back of his mind as he finished his degree in political science and legal studies, then took some time off to work before deciding to continue his studies in law school. He says he liked the idea of representing athletes but after taking a torts class and learning about personal injury law, he shifted gears.

“I really enjoyed those classes, and that’s when I started changing my focus from sports law to personal injury,” Mike said.

Having grown up in Western New York, Mike got acquainted with Ross Cellino’s firm in much the same way everyone does: through the billboards and radio jingles. “They were doing what no one else was doing at that time,” he said. “I always wanted to work there.” In 2002, he got the chance and hasn’t looked back. He says he appreciates that he gets a case from start to finish at Cellino Law, which allows him to give clients the care they deserve. “You get to know your clients, and they become part of your family. You hear about their injuries and their worries about how they’ll be able to care for their family, and it makes you want to do your best to maximize recovery for them,” Mike said. Since he began working at Cellino Law, he has been able to recover over $60 million for his clients and has earned a Super Lawyers nomination every year since 2014.

Write it all down. This hack works well when you know beforehand that you’ll be speaking with someone or in front of people. Even if you never refer to your notes while speaking, simply writing down a road map for your train of thought can help you recover from a detour and speak more confidently. Remember your overall point. The easiest way to drive your train of thought into the weeds is to forget your overall point — or not to have an overriding point at all. Always have a short, overarching point you can use to recenter yourself and get back on track. With these hacks, your brain will have to work a lot harder to make you lose your train of thought! Now you’ll be more prepared to tackle any subject matter, no matter how deep or technical, that comes your way.

Here’s what Dave W. had to say:

“I have never met an attorney like Mike. He is easy to talk to and treats me with compassion. If you are injured and need someone to represent you to ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve, please talk to Mike. You won’t regret it!” Outside the courtroom, Mike enjoys kickboxing, golfing with his family, and taking the family goldendoodle out for walks at the local park.

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FDA Warns of Cancer Risk

For Patients Taking Weight-Loss Drug Belviq

The FDA had previously refused to approve Belviq, rejecting Eisai’s application in September 2010 due to the cancer risk shown in animal studies and because the product worked poorly. The European Medicines Agency also refused to approve the medication due to the increased occurrence of cancerous tumors in animal studies. Notably, Belviq was marketed as a weight loss aid and not a necessary life-preserving medication. Internal studies indicated that the medication performed inadequately even for its intended purpose. In addition to Belviq’s known risks and documented lack of results, insurance companies frequently failed to cover Belviq, and patients ended up paying approximately $300 each month for the medication.

The FDA found that Belviq patients reported a wide range of cancer types (with pancreatic, colorectal, and lung cancers being the most frequently occurring injuries). Much like other cancer-causing products — including Zantac (Ranitidine), Valsartan, talcum powder, Roundup weed killer, and asbestos — Belviq presented an unreasonable risk of injury and served an unneeded purpose while safer alternatives existed. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer after using Belviq, the lawyers of Cellino Law would be honored to seek financial justice for your injury.

Early last year, as the pandemic emerged and captured headlines, something else slipped quietly under the radar. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a possible increased risk of lung, pancreatic, and colorectal cancer for patients taking the weight-loss medication Belviq. The FDA directed physicians to stop prescribing the drug and to inform current patients of the drug’s risks. Belviq first became approved for sale in the U.S. in 2012. It was developed by a Tokyo based pharmaceutical company, Eisai Co., and marketed to help curb appetite and aid in weight-loss efforts for individual patients. Despite the eight-year lag between the FDA approval and its recent communication about related cancer risks, these risks are not new. Word Search

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The Best Texas-Style Smoked Brisket

Inspired by AllRecipes.com

Impress guests at your next barbecue with this perfectly smoked brisket. Plus, you’ll have plenty of leftovers!

• Wood chips • 1/4 cup paprika Ingredients

• 1/4 cup chili powder • 1/4 cup garlic powder • 1/4 cup onion powder • 1/4 cup salt • 1/4 cup pepper • 10 lbs brisket

• 1/4 cup white sugar • 1/4 cup ground cumin • 1/4 cup cayenne pepper • 1/4 cup brown sugar

Directions

1. In a bowl, soak wood chips in water overnight. 2. In a large bowl, mix paprika, white sugar, cumin, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. 3. Rub spice mixture on the brisket and refrigerate for 24 hours. 4. Preheat smoker to 230 F. Drain wood chips and place them in the smoker. 5. Smoke brisket until it has an internal temperature of 165 F. 6. Remove brisket and wrap it in aluminum foil. 7. Smoke brisket further until it reaches an internal temperature of 185 F.

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I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E 1 Ross Reflects on the Summer Olympics 2 Life Hack: How to Recover Your Train of Thought Meet Our Senior Trial Attorney, Michael Lovecchio 3 FDA Warns of Cancer Risk for Patients Taking Belviq The Best Texas-Style Smoked Brisket 4 The Paddleboard Craze Is Here to Stay

What's 'SUP? THE STAND-UP PADDLEBOARD CRAZE THAT NEVER WENT AWAY

Outdoor and exercise crazes come and go almost as fast as hairstyles and popular game apps do. But every once in a while, a trend comes along that remains popular — think karate, which spiked in the ‘60s and again in the ‘80s, and it can still be found in almost every American city to this day. Back in 2013, one such trend arose: the stand-up paddleboard, or SUP for short. The act of standing on a floating piece of wood in a surfboard shape and paddling (or poling) yourself along likely goes back thousands of years, but the SUP craze can be traced back to one man — and he’s not even in his 60s yet! That man is famous surfer Laird Hamilton, a household name in

a sport that doesn’t usually generate them. And Laird, along with the Waikiki Beachboys, showed the world a new way to hit the water in the first decade of the 21st century. Unlike other crazes, the gear was simple and the activity itself was beginner-friendly. To start, you only need a paddle, a board, a life preserve a place to go! It’s a new way to see the water, which only boosted its popularity. Even veteran water sports enthusiasts weren’t used to standing on the water instead of sitting in a boat! But according to the industry’s own numbers, that popularity never died down. As it turns out, SUP is a good way to get around, and a

lot of folks need that. Many cities, such as San Antonio, feature “paddling trails” that let SUP enthusiasts see the city in a new way or even commute via their board. How cool is that? If you’re looking for a new hobby this summer, it’s easy to rent a stand-up paddleboard and learn the basics. Take a class, head out into the water, and give it a shot. Who knows, you might be one of the thousands of Americans to discover a lifelong passion!

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