Posted by The Law Firm of Pajcic & Pajcic in Car Accidents
The Super Bowl in 2016 is going to be one of the biggest ones yet, based on the fact that it will be Super Bowl 50, bringing historical significance to the playing field. While thousands of people in Jacksonville and throughout surrounding areas of Florida and Georgia are likely to host parties to watch the big game, Super Bowl get-togethers do pose one problem: an increased risk of drinking and driving and subsequent car accidents.
If you host a Super Bowl party this February, be sure to be responsible and safe.
The Risks of Super Bowl Parties
Super Bowl parties do not have to be dangerous, and most parties conclude without any problems at all. However, the biggest risk is when attendees of Super Bowl parties are over-served, drink more than they should, and then get behind the wheel of a car.
According to data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the rate of alcohol-impaired auto accidents is higher during Super Bowl weekend.
Drunk driving accidents kill people every single year. According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), a person is injured in a drunk driving crash every two minutes in the United States. If you are hosting a Super Bowl party, you can do your part to not contribute to these harrowing statistics by being a responsible host.
Tips for Hosting a Safe Super Bowl Party
If you are the one in charge of hosting this year, there are some easy things that you can do to improve safety for guests and others. These include:
Ask everyone who attends to commit to sober driving. It may sound silly, but if you explain to your guests that you are just looking out for their safety, they will likely appreciate it. Tell your guests that you expect them to not drink, or to find a sober ride home if they plan to imbibe.
Take precautionary measures. If you are going to ask your guests to not drink and drive, take precautionary measures to help them meet that goal. This includes serving both plenty of water, fun “mocktails,” and other non-alcohol beverages. It also includes providing plenty of food for guests to munch on, which can help reduce the effects of alcohol. Further, be prepared with the phone numbers of sober driving services in the area. In Jacksonville, you can call a designated driver service such as BeMyDD or a more traditional taxi or rideshare service. You can hire a driver or shuttle in advance to get people to and from the Super Bowl party safely.
Do not serve alcohol to minors. Serving alcohol to minors is not only illegal, but it can also be dangerous. You can face criminal penalties for serving alcohol to a minor in the state.
How a Drunk Driving Accident Attorney Can Help You
If you are hosting or attending a Super Bowl party this year, commit to driving sober. If you will be on the roads on Super Bowl weekend, be sure to keep an eye out for drunk drivers and practice defensive driving. Doing so could save your life.
If you are the victim of a drunk driving accident in Jacksonville or surrounding areas of Florida and Georgia, the car accident attorneys at Pajcic & Pajcic want to help you. Not only will we support you in your decision to pursue a claim directly against the drunk driver’s insurance carrier, but we will also aid you in the exploration of all other legal options as well.
Pajcic & Pajcic has experience with these types of claims, including this example:
Understanding liability in drunk driving cases is not always easy. When you have been harmed, or if you have lost a family member in a drunk driving car accident, we can help you file a claim and assist you in recovering damages that you deserve. To learn more about our law firm and your rights after a car accident, call us today or use our online form to contact our law offices now.
The Super Bowl in 2016 is going to be one of the biggest ones yet, based on the fact that it will be Super Bowl 50, bringing historical significance to the playing field. While thousands of people in Jacksonville and throughout surrounding areas of Florida and Georgia are likely to host parties to watch the big game, Super Bowl get-togethers do pose one problem: an increased risk of drinking and driving and subsequent car accidents.
If you host a Super Bowl party this February, be sure to be responsible and safe.
The Risks of Super Bowl Parties
According to data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the rate of alcohol-impaired auto accidents is higher during Super Bowl weekend.
Drunk driving accidents kill people every single year. According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), a person is injured in a drunk driving crash every two minutes in the United States. If you are hosting a Super Bowl party, you can do your part to not contribute to these harrowing statistics by being a responsible host.
Tips for Hosting a Safe Super Bowl Party
If you are the one in charge of hosting this year, there are some easy things that you can do to improve safety for guests and others. These include:
How a Drunk Driving Accident Attorney Can Help You
If you are hosting or attending a Super Bowl party this year, commit to driving sober. If you will be on the roads on Super Bowl weekend, be sure to keep an eye out for drunk drivers and practice defensive driving. Doing so could save your life.
If you are the victim of a drunk driving accident in Jacksonville or surrounding areas of Florida and Georgia, the car accident attorneys at Pajcic & Pajcic want to help you. Not only will we support you in your decision to pursue a claim directly against the drunk driver’s insurance carrier, but we will also aid you in the exploration of all other legal options as well.
Pajcic & Pajcic has experience with these types of claims, including this example:
$3.5 Million for Drunk Driving after Holiday Party