St. Patrick’s Day Drinking
USNews.com reports that 13 Million Pints of Guinness will be consumed worldwide on Saint Patrick’s Day. Originally a tribute to the patron saint of Ireland, St. Patrick’s Day is now the fourth most popular drinking holiday after New Year’s, Christmas, and the Fourth of July. Besides the obvious health dangers of binge drinking, St. Patrick’s Day also creates a dangerous situation on the Valley’s roads and freeways. Indeed, every 46 minutes an alcohol-related crash claims a life on March 17.
According to studies, the most dangerous time to be on the road is between midnight and 5:59 a.m., so be vigilant and if you drink, enjoy that green beer responsibly by getting a designated driver, Uber, or taxi to take you home.
Accident attorney Barry P. Goldberg offers these tips to those who decide to join in San Fernando Valley’s Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations:
- Make a plan. Decide ahead of time who will be the designated driver or if you will hire a service, like Uber.
- Buckle your seat belt. If you are hit by a drunk driver, reduce your chance of catastrophic injuries by buckling up.
- Pick your route. It is often a good idea to take the roads less traveled as fewer cars mean less chance of an accident.
- Stick to speed limits.
- Try to stay off the roads after midnight.
These tips are not exhaustive. Use your best judgement when enjoying the St. Patty’s Day festivities.
What next
Despite all precautions, auto accidents still happen. If you or a loved one gets injured in a car crash, a knowledgeable car accident attorney can help you obtain compensation for your medical costs, pain and suffering, and car damages. Contact attorney Barry P. Goldberg today for a free consultation and to discuss your legal rights.
