Cellino Law - September 2021

Cellino Law - September 2021

September 2021 Advisor

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Here’s to You, America’s Workers A Brief Look at Labor Day History in NYC

Accidents happen every day, especially in New York City. Without the labor movement, however, many of New York’s exclusive workers’ compensation laws wouldn’t be around to help families recover from tragic incidents.

a bill to officially recognize Labor Day.) By 1894, 26 more states had adopted Labor Day, and, on June 28, 1894, President Grover Cleveland and Congress passed an act making the first Monday in September a legal annual holiday. Nowadays, advocates for labor rights aren’t typically discussing just work hours or safety, but instead technology and how to maintain healthy work-from-home environments. In New York, though, our labor protective laws are a little more extensive than in other states. In New York, the Labor Law 240, or the “scaffold law,” covers construction, demolition, and repair work on buildings, protecting workers who are at risk of falling from heights while on the job. It protects workers up on scaffolds, ladders, or other supports as well as equipment that might fall and hit someone. Labor Law 240 is very significant; not every state has these protections. If a worker fell from a tall height and was permanently injured in another state, they might not have had a workers’ comp claim. However, they wouldn't have had a claim in NYC either, if it weren’t for the labor movement. In our state, Labor Day tends to make people think about shutting down their swimming pools, going back to school, cleaning up the yard, and preparing for fall. But we can’t forget the rich history and legacy that the labor movement left behind, especially in our wonderful state — from stopping child labor to giving health benefits and aid to workers who were injured or retired.

With Labor Day being around the corner, all Americans celebrate the labor movement in their own way, whether it’s with barbecues or just enjoying an extra work day off work — but what’s the actual historical significance of Labor Day, New York’s unofficial end of the summer? Children and adults alike used to have to work seven days a week if they wanted to hold steady work. Often, it wasn’t easy work either. Physically demanding jobs with long hours, like mills and factories, employed many Americans at the time. To combat this, Labor Day was recognized by labor activists and individual states as early as 1885 and 1886, building the momentum for the labor movement. (In fact, New York was the first state to introduce “Labor Law 240 [in NYC law] is very significant — not every state has these protections. If a worker fell from a tall height and was permanently injured in another state, they might not have had a workers’ comp claim.”

This Labor Day, let’s all raise a glass to achievements of American workers.

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As a child from a long lineage of doctors, Lisa King used to taunt her father by saying she’d become a lawyer. Although getting a rise out of her dad was entertaining, she knew from a very young age that she wanted to be a lawyer. The event in her life that solidified that law was her true calling was when her close friend’s mother got into an accident at Disney World that caused her to lose her short-term memory and required extensive medical care. It seemed like doctors were unable to help her, and Disney World wouldn’t offer any compensation. With the help of an attorney, the family obtained a settlement that allowed her to get the care she needed. Lisa explained, “I always knew that I wanted to be in a career where I could help people. By living through this experience with my friend’s family, I learned that the lawyer was the essential advocate who gave a voice to my friend’s family when no one would listen. It was then that I knew a career in the law was the right choice for me.” WHY COMPASSION DRIVES LISA KING Meet one of our Senior Trial Attorneys

While 9/11 remains a day of remembrance of tragic events, it should also be a day to remember the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives to save others. These are just a few of their stories. Betty Ong and Amy Sweeney After five al-Qaida terrorists hijacked American Airlines Flight 11, Ong and Sweeney, two flight attendants, used the crew phone to call their colleagues and give them information about their attackers, including what they looked like and what seats they had been sitting in. Both attendants perished, but the information they shared helped the FBI jump-start their investigation. Rick Rescorla A Vietnam veteran who had earned a silver star for his service, Rescorla was no stranger to stressful life or death situations. As the head of corporate security for Morgan Stanley in the South Tower, he defied orders from Port Authority to stay put and instead escorted 2,700 people out of the building before it collapsed. After the collapse, he headed back in to look for survivors. That was the last time anyone saw him. Passengers of Flight 93 While two planes hit the World Trade Center towers and one plane hit the Pentagon, another plane that headed for the White House never reached its destination. That’s because passengers aboard this flight, upon learning their plane had been hijacked, decided to rush the cockpit and overtake the terrorists. They caused the plane to crash in an empty field in Pennsylvania, saving the White House but killing everyone on board. As we reflect on the tragedies of that day, these heroic men and women continue to inspire Americans even 20 years later. We should never forget the events that occurred on 9/11, but we should also remember these regular people who became heores by deciding to take extraordinary lengths to save others. Remembering the Heroes Amid the Tragedy THE EVERYDAY PEOPLE WHO SAVED COUNTLESS LIVES ON 9/11

After finishing law school, she became an Assistant State Attorney so that she could help give a voice to victims of serious

crimes, including sexual assault, rape, and child sex crimes. As a prosecutor, she was able to advocate and provide a voice for victims who were silenced by the actions of others. Lisa explained, “The invaluable experience I obtained as a prosecutor strengthened my aspirations of facilitating justice and advocating for the rights of those who have been injured.” She broadened her professional experience by working for insurance companies where she was able to gain insight and understanding into how insurance companies evaluate and litigate personal injury claims. After only a short time working for insurance companies, she realized that she wanted to continue to advocate for injured people and joined Cellino Law. Lisa is grateful for the wonderful clients she has had the opportunity to represent and for the relationships she has built over the years with her clients. Even years after a case has settled or a verdict has been reached, clients maintain contact with her and remain part of her life. She texts one past client every day, and they talk about everything from family weddings to the latest Yankees game. We’re so proud to have you, your well-spoken intelligence, and your dedicated spirit as part of our team, Lisa! Thank you for everything that you do.

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Johnson & Johnson Sunscreen Recall Affects Popular Brands Is Your Sunscreen On the List? At some point, each of us has used a Johnson & Johnson product. With a portfolio of dozens of brands that includes TYLENOL, LISTERINE, BAND-AID, VISINE, and Neutrogena, Johnson & Johnson’s products are almost unavoidable. We all trust the self-care products in our homes to be safe for our families to use, but sadly, that trust can sometimes be misplaced. On July 14, 2021, Johnson & Johnson issued an important recall for several of its aerosol sunscreen products. The recalled sunscreens were contaminated with benzene, a chemical known to cause cancer. The recall currently affects the following list of aerosol sunscreen products under the Neutrogena and Aveeno brand names:

Unfortunately, this is not the first time Johnson & Johnson products have posed a threat to consumers’ health and safety. Previously, the company’s talcum powder was found by the FDA to be contaminated with cancer-causing asbestos; DePuy hip replacements have been linked to failures and joint damage; and Physiomesh hernia mesh products have been linked to organ and tissue damage. As a result, the legal team at Cellino Law has extensive experience litigating claims against Johnson & Johnson on behalf of injured customers. If you have been exposed to any of the affected Neutrogena or Aveeno aerosol products and have developed cancer as a result, you may be entitled to compensation. There are time limits to begin a claim,

• Neutrogena Beach Defense aerosol sunscreen • Neutrogena Cool Dry Sport aerosol sunscreen • Neutrogena Invisible Daily defense aerosol sunscreen • Neutrogena Ultra Sheer aerosol sunscreen • Aveeno Protect + Refresh aerosol sunscreen

so our attorneys at Cellino Law are ready to assist you. Likewise, if you have been injured by any other

Johnson & Johnson product, we would be honored to represent you. Call us at 800-555-5555 or visit us at CellinoLaw.com for a free case evaluation.

Johnson & Johnson is working to remove all affected products from retailers’ shelves, and consumers are advised to stop using these products and dispose of them immediately. Customers who have questions or refund inquiries should call Johnson & Johnson’s customer care center.

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One-Pan Apple Cider Chicken

Inspired by WellPlated.com

Bring the taste of fall into your kitchen with this sizzling skillet meal.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs • 1 tsp salt, divided • 1/2 tsp black pepper, divided • 1/2 cup apple cider

• 2 tsp Dijon mustard • 4 tsp olive oil, divided

• 3 sweet apples, cut into 1/2-inch slices • 2 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped, plus more for garnish

Directions

1. Sprinkle chicken with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Set aside. 2. In a small bowl, combine apple cider and mustard. Set aside. 3. In a large skillet over medium heat, warm 2 tsp olive oil. When shimmering, add chicken thighs top-side down. Cook for 4 minutes, then flip and cook for 4 more minutes. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil. Wipe the skillet clean. 4. Heat the remaining oil in the skillet, then add sliced apples, remaining salt and pepper, and rosemary. Cook for 5 minutes. 5. Return the chicken to the skillet and add apple cider-mustard mixture. Cook for 5 minutes, then serve sprinkled with rosemary!

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I N S I D E T H I S I S S U E 1 Here’s to You, America’s Workers 2 Remembering the Heroes of 9/11 Why Compassion Drives Lisa King Meet one of our Senior Trial Attorneys 3 Johnson & Johnson Sunscreen Cancer Link One-Pan Apple Cider Chicken 4 The Night That Changed Football Forever

The Night That Changed Football Forever HOW FANTASY FOOTBALL GOT ITS START

Every year, 40 million Americans play fantasy football, "drafting" players from across the NFL for their virtual teams and competing for money and bragging rights. Maybe you have a virtual team in the locker room as you’re reading this! But where did the concept of fantasy football start? According to the Encyclopedia Britannica, the gridiron trend began in a New York City hotel room in 1962 — a night that changed football forever. There, a group of friends led by Oakland Raiders part- owner Bill Winkenbach created the first fantasy football league. They dubbed it the Greater Oakland Professional Pigskin Prognosticators League — or GOPPPL for short. Apart from the point values assigned to different accomplishments on the field, their original model wasn’t very far off from the fantasy football of today.

“The league members would ‘draft’ actual National Football League (NFL) and American Football League players to their fantasy franchises, and on the basis of the actual performance of those players in games, the members would accrue points and compete against each other,” the encyclopedia reports.

newspaper’s sports pages and “draft” their teams in the same room on long phone calls, or even via snail mail. CBS Sports began offering online fantasy football leagues in 1997, and today it’s even easier to play. The sport is built right into the NFL website (Fantasy.NFL.com), and you can join a free league or start a league of your own with a click! Whether you’re a former player or a superfan who wants to play coach for a day, fantasy is a great way to stake a personal claim in the sport and connect with friends while you do it. Check out the article “How to Play Fantasy Football: A Beginner's Guide” on NFL.com to learn the basics. It’s updated annually, so make sure you hunt down the 2021 version! When you start, don’t forget to salute Winkenbach, the official “Father of Fantasy Sports."

Early fantasy football leagues were complicated undertakings. In the days before the internet, members had to agree to reference the box scores in a particular

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