Excited for the many New Year’s Eve activities Arizona has to offer? From bar hopping to fireworks to Phoenix’s Masquerade, you have a lot of decisions to make! So, be sure that they are safe decisions. Enjoy this handy guide to New Years Eve events in Arizona- and also how to stay safe at them.
What’s the Masquerade?
Ever dream of going to a fancy party? Want to end 2018 fulfilling this dream? This year, Phoenix plans to party it up at a masquerade ball. This ball will be blast. Wear formal attire. There will be drinks, dancing, and a best mask contest. Enjoy this event responsibly and safely. The venue expects crowds, spills, and also reckless drivers. Have a plan to get home. Also, have a plan in case you are injured at this event.
How to be Safe in a Crowd
You have heard of safety in numbers, but this isn’t always the case. Sometimes, crowds pose a larger threat than you may realize. Keep your belongings near you. Watch for suspicious behavior. Report it if you see it. If there is ever panic in a crowd, do not run as it can cause a stampede. Always keep track of your exits. Have a game plan in place if something does happen. Set a meeting place with others in your party in case of separation.
What Other Risks are There?
We want you to have a fun and safe evening. So, be careful to avoid these other risks surrounding New Years Eve events in Arizona.
- Slippery floors- Pay attention to signs that a venue may set up. If there is a spill, the floor should be marked. Avoid walking in the area. If you do slip on the floor, be careful not to hit your head. As you fall, drop anything you may be holding to catch yourself.
- Reckless driving- Drive defensively and expect the worst from other drivers. Also, don’t join in with them. Make sure to make safe traffic decisions.
- Drunk driving- Monitor your alcohol consumption. Don’t get in a car operated by someone who drank too much. Have a back-up plan to get home safely.
- Improper clothing- New Years Eve can be very cold. Be sure you have warm clothing available to you, especially if you are outside. Especially if you are drinking, you may not realize how cold you have become.
- Poppin’ bottles- Champagne is a classic New Years Eve drink. Always open the bottles away from others. If someone else is opening the bottle, turn your head to protect your eyes in case the top shoots off.
What to do if you are injured during New Years Eve Events in Arizona
We hope you have a safe and fun New Years Eve. However, if you are injured, call us anytime at 844-977-1900. Lerner and Rowe Injury Attorneys answer calls on any day of the week, even holidays. Contact us if someone else is liable for your injury. We will help you get the compensation you so deserve. Don’t forget about our online LiveChat feature, as well.
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