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Prevent a Palm Beach Drunk Driving Accident by Drinking Responsibly

In the United States, drinking is a very common way to relax and unwind at the end of the day. Many people drink while out with friends, on a date, or even while having a quiet evening at home. Unfortunately, many Americans also drink and drive.


Each year in Florida alone, over 60,000 people are arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. This means that over 60,000 people are arrested for driving with a blood-alcohol level (BAC) of 0.08 or higher. This is usually because they didn't plan ahead, didn't realize they were that inebriated, or were simply too drunk to care. Whatever the case, you need to be responsible so that you are not one of the statistics.


When drinking, drink responsibly. If it is possible, have a designated driver for the night. If you know you are going to be driving yourself home, you need to drink responsibly. In order to prevent a Palm Beach drunk driving accident, you should always:


• Know your limit. Be aware of the effects that alcohol has on you. If you have no clue what a certain limit feels like, it may be wise to test yourself with a breathalyzer. After all, if you do not test yourself, the police will.
• Eat food. Eating, especially foods which are high in protein, slows the absorption of alcohol into your blood stream. Eating can also fill you up quicker so that you do not drink too much.
• Drink slowly. Enjoy the flavor of your drink. As a rule of thumb, you should consume no more than one alcoholic beverage per hour.
• Don't chug drinks or participate in drinking games. Drinking is certainly not a game, and it is not responsible to drink large amounts of alcohol.
• Be aware of how you feel. If possible, remain standing or walk around frequently. You may not feel the full effects of the alcohol when you are sitting.
• Don't be pressured. Only have a drink if you really want one. Do not give in to pressure from your friends. You need to be responsible, even if they aren't.
• Drink water. Order a glass of water or some other non-alcoholic beverage to slake your thirst. If you are thirsty you may be more likely to drink too much.
• Be informed about what you're drinking. Many mixed drinks or cocktails have a higher concentration of liquor than a beer or glass of wine. You should also never drink anything if you are not fully aware of what it contains.
• Beware of drinking while on medication. If you are taking medication, it is important to get authorization from your doctor to consume alcoholic beverages. Combining prescription drugs with alcohol can have dangerous side effects.
• If you are ever in doubt, don't drive. Call a friend, take a bus, or call a taxi. Many communities have a free ride service that operates on holidays in order to prevent drunk driving. Some also offer a free tow as well!


A Palm Beach DUI can cost you upwards of $10,000 - -$15,000 in fines, fees, and higher insurance rates. And a car crash could also cost you or someone else their life. That last drink before hitting the road is not worth it.


If you have been injured in a Palm Beach car accident because of a drunk driver, contact our office today. The Palm Beach car crash lawyers at Fetterman & Associates are highly skilled in protecting the rights of victims of Palm Beach drunk driving accidents. Call us today at 1-800-LAW IN FL (529-4635) for a free consultation.


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