While the season of holiday parties is largely over, there are always people who drive home after a get-together or other event where they’ve been drinking. Super Bowl Sunday, coming up soon, is another big drinking day.
Alcohol is an integral part of celebrations for many people. That can lead to serious problems on the road.
Know that alcohol will leave you less alert to danger
The effects of alcohol can continue into the day after a late-night celebration. Even if enough alcohol has left your system to put you under the limit, you are still not going to be at your best as a driver the following morning. You’ll likely be slower to notice hazards and to react to them, too, thus making a crash more likely.
Other drivers also won’t be at their best
Even if you wisely decide not to get behind the wheel after a weekend or holiday night, other people will not be as smart. Even if you haven’t been drinking, you may still be the victim of someone who chose to drive while they were still feeling the effects of a long night of drinking. That’s why it’s important not just to be prepared for impaired drivers at night, but any time of the day and any time of year.
If you’ve been injured or a loved one has been killed by an impaired, negligent or reckless driver, it’s crucial to know how to seek the full compensation to which you’re entitled. Having experienced legal guidance can be essential if another driver gets your New Year off to a dreadful start.