Malloy Law Offices, LLC - November 2021

Malloy Law Offices, LLC - November 2021

Malloy Monthly November 2021

MALLOY LAW OFFICES, LLC

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Counting Our Blessings This Holiday Season Baltimore 400 E. Pratt St., 8th Flr. Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 498-6085 It’s the Season for Gratitude

Fall has blessed us with colorful changing leaves, cool and crisp weather, and some of the best times of the year. November is at the heart of fall and brings along Thanksgiving and Veterans Day — two very important holidays. Here at Malloy Law Offices, we are incredibly excited for Thanksgiving. As the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports, the number of people in the Maryland, Virginia, and D.C. area (DMV) with both sets of COVID-19 vaccinations is creeping upward, boosting the success of the vaccine, and some restrictions are being lifted. We are thrilled to spend a day of gratitude, family time, food, and fun with our loved ones while still maintaining COVID-19 protocols and social distancing. This past year has been filled with challenges in both our professional and personal lives, and we all deserve a day to relax and reflect on all of the blessings and good in our lives. Every Thanksgiving in the office, we have our own potluck Thanksgiving event. Last year, we were not able to have this celebration, so resuming the tradition is extra special this year. Each staff member brings in one of their favorite dishes to share with the Malloy Law Offices family, and this is particularly fun due to the vast variety within our office. Our staff is beautifully diverse, making our potluck full of both the traditional Thanksgiving fixings and some new dishes to try. It is a wonderful way to celebrate our office family and the relationships we have developed via working together while maintaining values and traditions from our different cultures.

and discussing the things you are grateful for and the blessings this year has brought you is a great way to do just that. You can also donate goods to a shelter. Whether it be canned food, clothes, shoes, or toiletries, a little bit goes a long way and you never know whose life you may touch in the process. Food pantries are also another way to assist those in need this holiday season. Whether you choose to spread your thanks and love with friends and family, or by doing something kind for another, taking time to slow down from the hustle and bustle of the holidays and concentrating on gratitude is important. By the same token, it is essential to take some time to pay tribute and thanks to America’s heroes: the men and women of the armed forces who made so many sacrifices for our freedoms. We honor all of the brave hearts, the men and women who may be our friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers. Their dedication to our country is a gift we can never repay. At a time in our nation’s history when we are facing a great national struggle, we can come together as a united front to focus on national pride and patriotism this Veterans Day. From our Malloy Law Offices family to yours, happy Thanksgiving and thank you to all who have served and are currently serving our country!

No matter how you choose to celebrate this year, there are many ways to share your gratitude. Taking time to spend with loved ones

“Whether you choose to spread your thanks and love with friends and family, or by doing something kind for another, taking time to slow down from the hustle and bustle of the holidays and concentrating on gratitude is important.”

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November is Child Safety & Protection Month. The observance calls attention to the many unique dangers children may encounter as they grow into adulthood. This encompasses infants, toddlers, children, and teenagers. Children rely on us as adults to keep Child Safety & Protection Month KEEPING OUR CHILDREN SAFE them safe and protected and Child Safety & Protection Month urges parents and adults to take safety measures to avoid potentially dangerous situations for children. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 12,175 children in the U.S. from infancy to 19 years of age die each year from an unintentional injury. While we all want to do our very best to keep our children safe in our homes, incidents can happen outside of the home. In the event that a minor is involved in an injury-causing accident, a personal injury claim must be opened in an effort to receive full compensation for the child’s pain and suffering, medical bills, permanent damages, and possible disability. Because children are unable to handle the case themselves, their parent is able to act on their behalf and the parent can

Should You Work Out on Thanksgiving Day?

The Truth About Sweating for Your Turkey

Okay, fess up — which of your friends insists on getting a 5-mile run in before the turkey is carved? We all know someone who works out every year on Thanksgiving. The thought is that if you burn calories in the morning, the big meal won’t hit you so hard. But is that really true? And if it is, when and how should you get sweaty? To Sweat, or Not to Sweat

The verdict is in: Working out on Thanksgiving morning is good for you. Surprise! However, according to Mic magazine, it’s less about balancing your calories in and calories out (which is almost impossible for a Thanksgiving feast) and more about priming your body to anticipate the meal to come. “Your body will be calling for those calories — you’ll need them,” gym trainer Daniel Stransky told Mic. When and How to Hit the Gym Stransky recommends hitting the gym both on Thanksgiving Day and the day after. On Turkey Day, he suggests “a high-intensity interval training cardio circuit comprised of burpees, squats with overhead dumbbell presses, jump squats, sprints, and rowing on the rowing machine.” Meanwhile, Bodybuilding.com writer Shannon Clark advises working out before, on, and after Thanksgiving. On the day before, go for a long run or walk. Then on Turkey Day, try weight training using high reps and short rest periods to “deplete the muscle glycogen” so that you can eat more Thanksgiving carbs without gaining fat. The next day, Clark recommends interval cardio training to boost your metabolism. The Obvious Truth There’s one thing all of this Thanksgiving workout talk overlooks: The most important thing isn’t whether you work out on Turkey Day — it’s whether you stick to a workout routine year-round. A recent pilot study from the University of Michigan helped prove this. The participants were asked to eat 30% more calories than normal for a week but continue exercising regularly. As long as they did, their new diets didn’t cause inflammation or changes in their glucose control or insulin sensitivity. If you don’t already have a workout routine in place, consider this to be a sign! Work with your physical therapist to determine a safe, effective exercise program for you.

hire an attorney to assist with the legal process.

When it comes to a minor’s personal injury case, keep in mind the statute of limitations, the time period that one

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Connecting with other humans in a positive way is one of the most profound experiences we have. That positivity is one of the greatest virtues — it’s contagious, and engaging in happy relationships with others is extremely important not only for our minds but also for our health. Longer Lives Studies have actually shown that The Benefits of Positive Relationships GOOD FOR MIND AND HEALTH

has to file a case before the “deadline.” In Maryland and Washington D.C., this time period is 3 years from the date they turn 18 years old. In Virginia, it is 2 years from the date that they turn 18. If the statute of limitations is reached, a case may be dismissed. If a child is legally emancipated, meaning they do not have a legal attachment to their parents anymore, they would be considered to be an “independent adult” in their own case.

To get the best representation for your

individual case, we are here to help! Accidents involving children are traumatizing and we are here to streamline the process to get you and your child the maximum compensation you deserve. For more information on personal injury cases for minors, scan the QR code.

when people are involved in positive relationships, they live longer. This is likely attributed to decreased stress, as stress can exact a toll on the entire body. Positive relationships can also

encourage us to give up negative habits such as drinking or smoking, which cause many health problems and concerns. Healthy habits can help people live longer lives. Quicker Healing Positive people in our lives can distract us from pain, remind us to take medication, be our advocates,

and simply reduce stress. And less stress means healing takes place faster. Those who have a support person feel more confident and prepared to undergo surgeries and fight illnesses as well. Boosted Immune Systems It makes sense — people who have less stress have stronger immune systems. During times of high stress, our bodies are more susceptible to illnesses because our immune system’s ability to fight off antigens is reduced. The stress hormone corticosteroid can also lower the number of lymphocytes available to fight infection. However, when we are in a happy and loving relationship, our bodies produce oxytocin, and we are less likely to get sick. Better Physical Shape Being in a positive relationship, especially a romantic one, can provide the motivation to be the best version of ourselves. This includes our physical condition, too! Having a friend or workout partner to encourage accountability and even push us out of our comfort zone a bit at the gym can keep us motivated. Being in a positive, healthy, and happy relationship means we listen to each other, offer advice, openly communicate without judgment, practice respect and trust, and engage in healthy activities together. So, it’s no surprise that positive relationships work wonders for our health and happiness.

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Counting Our Blessings This Holiday Season Should You Work Out on Thanksgiving Day?

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Keeping Our Children Safe

The Benefits of Positive Relationships

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Did You Know?

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BLACK FRIDAY AND THANKSGIVING FACTS Did you know that the name “Black Friday,” named for the Friday after Thanksgiving, which kicks off the holiday shopping season with some crazy good deals and some insane shoppers, was coined on Wall Street? The term was first used on Sept. 24, 1869, when two investors, Jim Fisk and Jay Gould, caused a stock market crash by driving up the price of gold. It caused foreign trade to cease operation, and the stock market dropped by 20%. The effects of this crash were felt for years to come. In the 1950s and 1960s, police in Philadelphia coined the term “Black Friday” to give a negative connotation to the day when shopaholics went wild shopping for the holidays and caused mayhem and traffic jams. Today, Black Friday has evolved from a more casual day of shopping to a critical event. People wait in lines for hours, earlier and earlier each year, to get sale prices on specialty items. It is considered to be the biggest retail sales day of the year. The shopping frenzy can be fun to participate in but only if everyone is safe while doing so! Did You Know?

Did you know that Thanksgiving was created by our presidents?

In 1621, the first Thanksgiving was held, and it was a three-day harvest festival between the Pilgrims and Wampanoag Native Americans.

However, in 1789, George Washington issued a proclamation calling for “a day of thanksgiving and prayer” a few years after the American Revolution. Following suit, in 1863, at a celebration for an Army victory at Gettysburg, Abraham Lincoln asked Americans to acknowledge the last Thursday of November as “a day of Thanksgiving.” Then, in 1870, Congress passed legislation making Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, and Independence Day national holidays.

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