Don Turner Legal Team, LLC September 2019

Don Turner Legal Team, LLC September 2019

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SEPTEMBER 2019

MY FOOTBALL LIFE THE LESSONS ANDMEMORIES FOOTBALL AFFORDEDME

I spent my entire football career on the offensive line. I liked being part of the action, defending my quarterback from ruthless linemen who were gunning for a sack. As a big guy, I was often delegated as a tackle until college, when the guards on the offensive line were getting bigger and taller. Then I was moved to the guard position, where I played through the remainder of my career. Sure, I rarely ever got the chance to touch the ball — unless I jumped on it during a fumble — but that position fit me like a glove. As a kid, I was engrossed in football, and I loved watching my Green Bay Packers. Jerry Kramer, who was a pulling guard for the Packers, was my hero, and I wanted to be a pulling guard just like him. All my friends played the sport, so I began in the peewee leagues. At home, I would often study football tactics and plays. I continued playing football throughout high school and into college at Western Carolina University. To this day, my 1969 team has the record for most wins in the school’s history, and in 2018, we were all inducted into the Hall of Fame. Looking back on my time at Western Carolina University, I believe we were truly honored to work with our coach, Bob Waters. He was a phenomenal coach and an even better man. Coach Waters knew exactly how to get each player to work toward his fullest potential, and he pushed us beyond the limits we had set for ourselves. Coach Waters passed away from ALS 10 years after I left Western Carolina University, but I’m so glad to have known him and have learned all I did from his teachings. After graduating, I was lucky enough to play in professional football leagues. I started my career as a free agent with the Atlanta Falcons. The following year, I headed to the Jersey Jays, then signed

a contract with the New York Jets. From there, I ventured to Canada to play with the Edmonton Eskimos, and my last professional team was a World Football Team, the Chicago Fire. My professional career only lasted a few years, but it was amazing to be able to live out a dream I had since I was a little kid. Plus, I met some of the greats, like Joe Namath. Although, my time in the NFL was nothing like professional football is today! During the offseason, I had a part-time job as a probation officer, which ushered me into the legal field. Without football, I wouldn’t be the man I am today. I will always be grateful for those who supported me throughout my entire career, including my mom, who never missed a game. I always enjoyed the mastery of the sport required, but I was also captivated by the camaraderie and team support. Football is still a big part of my life, even today. In fact, I help raise money for elder players who weren’t afforded pensions during the early years of the NFL and other charitable causes through the NFL Alumni Association. Football, the lessons it taught me, and the people who coached me through it are the reasons why I named my legal practice Don Turner Legal Team. I knew I wanted my practice built on the same foundation football built for my success. Every day, my team

–Don Turner I guess the only thing that has really changed is my position. Now, I spend my days on the defense. shows its strength and grit as we fight for our clients together. Nothing else could provide those lessons and determination like football does.

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THE 4-LEGGED HEROES OF GROUND ZERO

HONORING THE CANINES OF 9/11

In the immediate aftermath of 9/11, thousands of New Yorkers took to the streets to clear rubble, offer supplies, and search for survivors. It was a powerful act of resilience in a

dangerous conditions: Many dogs burned their paws as they dug through hot rubble, and both handlers and canines inhaled toxic dust. The task was both physically and mentally exhausting for the dogs during their shifts. Some dogs that found deceased victims refused to eat or interact with other animals. Search and rescue dogs became increasingly stressed and depressed the longer they searched without any results, mirroring their handlers. It wasn’t uncommon for handlers to stage mock “findings” of survivors to keep the dogs’ spirits up. Fortunately, the sacrifices these dogs and their handlers made did not go unnoticed. Many dog owners were inspired to earn their search and rescue certifications after the events of 9/11, promising to aid in future disasters and hopefully lessen the impact of such catastrophes. After 9/11, various researchers conducted many studies examining the effect this kind of work has on animals, both physically and mentally. Many of these studies wouldn’t be possible without the AKC Canine Health Foundation, so if you’re looking to give back this September, visit them at their website to see how you can help: AKCCHF.org .

deeply trying time, and while most of the individuals helping with the disaster stood on two feet, more than 300 canines also answered the call to service.

Dogs of all breeds and backgrounds, including search and rescue dogs, police dogs, service dogs,

and therapy dogs, were brought in to help find and care for survivors in the wake of the destruction. They worked tirelessly alongside rescue crews as they searched through the debris.

Search and rescue dogs and their handlers worked 12–16-hour days, searching for survivors and victims. They worked through

When you’re arrested, many questions can leave you unsure of what to do next. Of the many questions that crop up, you may be asking yourself, “Do I have to tell my employer?” An attorney can help you determine what the correct response is for your situation, but generally speaking, the answer is complicated. Georgia law gives employers the right to “employ at will,” which means they can hire or fire an employee for any reason, so long as it’s nondiscriminatory. In addition, many applications ask prospective employees to disclose their legal records. This can be a tricky thing to navigate as well, because whether you have to disclose is a case-by-case basis. For example, the arrest or conviction records for first-time offenders may be sealed, which means only law enforcement will have access to this >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4

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