The CMA Music Festival will be here in a few weeks. Head on out to one of Nashville’s three, beautiful downtown venues between June 7 and June 10 to enjoy the music. Gatherings like the CMA Music Festival are an absolute blast. Yet, they also have the potential to cause injury. Do not discount the possibility of a person or institution failing to provide due care (negligence) for you and other revelers.
If you suffer injury and suspect another party is even partially responsible for your pain, our Nashville injury attorneys can help. Abide by the safety tips detailed below and you will lower the odds of injury.
Know Your Environment
The CMA Music Festival will have an attendance of upwards of 87,000 people. If you are unfamiliar with downtown Nashville, your chances of having a bad time, getting lost, and/or suffering an injury will be that much greater. Take a close look at the festival grounds map prior to venturing downtown. This review will provide you with a firm grasp of where important facilities are located. Pinpoint the locations of First Aid stations, security personnel, and medical personnel so you can reach them with ease.
Abide by the Rules
The rule of law still applies even though you are enjoying a crowded music festival. There is no excuse for drug use, public drunkenness, or rowdy behavior. Furthermore, each festival has its own nuanced rules and regulations. Follow the rules, listen closely when police officers speak and remain civil at all times.
There is Safety in Numbers
If possible, do not head downtown to the concert alone. Meet up with a friend, co-worker, family member, or someone else you are comfortable with in social settings. Stay near one another while you enjoy the music, food, and beverages. Look out for your partner throughout the concert and he or she will be that more likely to reciprocate. Such a buddy system might seem a bit childish at first. Yet, it really does have the potential to prevent a painful and potentially life-changing injury.
Mind Your Water and Alcohol Consumption
Hydration is essential to your well-being. Especially when you are in downtown Nashville in early June. Do not consume an abundance of alcohol. The summer heat and dehydrating component of alcohol will make the heat that much more difficult to bear. Balance your alcohol with water so you do not feel overly fatigued.
It is a mistake to accept a beverage or snack of any sort from a stranger. Even accepting a beverage from your date can prove problematic if you do not know him or her well. Assume every drink provided by strangers (concert workers excluded) is spiked or tainted in another manner. If your drink is out of sight for more than a few seconds, toss it and get a new one.
Avoid Conflict
The CMA Music Festival will undoubtedly have its fair share of drunks. Do not engage these people. Even a seemingly minor conflict has the potential to escalate to a full-blown fight. Consider the fact that simply pushing someone has the potential to lead to a bigger brawl. A push, punch, or other aggressive physical contact that causes injury to the victim can lead to a lawsuit that ruins your life. Being aware of potential danger before it escalates can help you avoid injury. However, if you do find yourself injured while attending the CMAs, or any music festival, don’t hesitate to get in contact with a team of Nashville injury attorneys to determine what your next steps should be.
Contact our Nashville Injury Attorneys
Our legal team is here to help after your injury. Let us handle the legal challenges while you do your best to recuperate and return to work. Give our team at Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys a call at 844-977-1900 to schedule a consultation. Our office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., yet we are happy to take your call 24/7. You can also reach out to us online through our convenient LiveChat feature. So, don’t delay. Contact us today!