Author: Natalie
Happy stories from Penn Vet
I’ve been writing for the University of Pennsylvania’s Veterinary School and it’s a joy. Happy stories, adorable animals. You can’t go wrong This first article is about a horse born with “wry nose,” meaning his snout was twisted in a…
Cataract surgery? Wrinkles? Read here for advice on how to prepare/deal with both
I wanted to share a few recent GoodRx Patient profiles. First, what to expect when you’re having cataract surgery, Apparently, it’s not too bad and you’ll leave with your eyesight better than ever! Follow this link. And wrinkles? Please. I…
Partners for Justice — Now working with a public defender near you
Non-profit Partners for Justice is working with the Defender Association of Philadelphia as crime fighters. It will all make sense to you if you read about it. See the link below:
“Expect the Unexpected”
That’s the theme of this profile of attorney John Nazzaro, who went from being a lawyer to being a judge to being a lawyer again. A preview: If there’s one lesson to take from Judge John Nazzaro’s 10-year run hearing…
“If we divorce, I get Elena”
Here’s my recent profile of Elena Karabatos, a very interesting – and very modest – NY attorney who is so beloved that her divorce clients invite her to their 2nd — or 3rd or 4th– weddings. A preview: On a…
The state’s Society of Professional Journalists gave me an award. I didn’t even know I’d entered the contest.
That said, I was thrilled when I learned SPJ- Keystone Pro Chapter awarded me first place in the “Feature Story – Non Daily” category for my Super Lawyers NY profile of former Homeland Security Director Jeh Johnson. Thanks, SPJ! This…
How Scranton, the Electric City, is helping hourly workers
Check out this piece in The Philadelphia Citizen about an innovative program that raises wages that’s helping Scranton businesses stay in business. Why do this? From the article: The Commonwealth’s minimum wage of $7.25/hour — which is the federal minimum…
Olympic Gold Medalist Brianna Scurry talks about her TBI
Brianna Scurry, two-time Olympic Gold Medalist soccer goalie, was so gracious and generous with her time as I put together this article about the traumatic brain injury that left her broke and suicidal. Read the full article in the June/July…
“I see you” – She’s a lawyer, a mom and an advocate for children with special needs
NJ lawyer Joanna Adu knows the challenges parents face, especially those who have children with special needs. She’s made helping them a speciality. Read about her here. During college, Joanna Adu decided against a legal career. Five years post-graduation, she…