The holidays are a time for celebrating, family gatherings, and parties with friends and colleagues. As fun and exciting as this season can be, it also presents the serious risk of a DUI. Even if you’ve only had a couple of drinks, getting behind the wheel can cause an accident and fatalities. To help you stay safe this season, the compassionate lawyers at Bellotti Law Group, PC, in Boston, MA, explain that it’s essential you do everything in your power to protect yourself and those you love before a minor mistake turns the holidays into a tragedy.

If you’ve been chosen as the designated driver for a holiday party or other event, it’s important to avoid drinking so everyone gets home safely. If you don’t have a sober friend after your party, call your favorite car service instead of attempting to drive yourself. No matter how much the fare might be, it’ll certainly be cheaper than the costs associated with a DUI charge. If you think you might want to have more than a couple of drinks at a party, consider getting a room in a hotel within walking distance.

Hosts of parties also have a responsibility to keep drunk drivers off the road, and can be held legally responsible if one of their guests drives under the influence and causes an auto accident. If you’re hosting a party, provide food as well as drinks, and include some non-alcoholic beverages for those who’d planned on driving home. Keep a watchful eye on your guests, as well, and be proactive if anyone appears to be intoxicated. First, find out whether they intend to drive themselves home. If so, call a cab or a family member to ensure they get back without causing an accident.

If you or a loved one is hurt by a drunk driver this holiday season, the personal injury lawyers at Bellotti Law Group, P.C. in Boston, MA can help you achieve justice. With their in-depth legal expertise and passion for defending their clients’ rights, their team will help you get the compensation you deserve. To schedule your free consultation and learn more about your options, visit their website or call (617) 778-1000. You can also follow the lawyers Facebook for more safety tips and legal insight.