#AskSandraZisckind From private parties to public celebrations in Toronto and Ottawa, Ontario has become the province New Year’s Eve revelers choose for their year-end celebrations. Parties are everywhere, but no matter whether you are a guest or a host, safety should always be a primary concern. Before the festivities begin, take note of a few tips designed to prevent accidents and keep everyone safe. Don’t drink and drive New Year’s Eve festivities generally involve alcohol, so plan your evening before heading out to celebrate. According to MADD Canada, four people die each day in road accidents in which alcohol is a contributing factor. ...
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#AskIsaacZisckind An average of four people die each day on Canadian roads in crashes in which alcohol or drugs play a role according to MADD Canada. Although there are severe penalties for drivers arrested and convicted of driving while impaired, Statistics Canada reports that a disturbingly large number of drivers responding to a survey admitted to driving while impaired an average of six times in a one-year period. Obviously, there is much for people to learn about the effects of alcohol and drugs on their driving abilities and the risk of injury and death posed by impaired drivers. What is impaired driving? Operating a ...
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#AskJeremyDiamond The season of twinkling lights, holiday decorations and, inevitably, office holiday parties has arrived. The office party is a time-honored holiday tradition bringing together co-workers to join in celebration. These gatherings, particularly when alcohol is served, can lead to legal entanglements and liability issues. Here are a few tips to help make your holiday office party a safe and liability-free celebration for all to enjoy. Avoid serving alcohol Employers who ban alcohol from holiday parties might be minimizing the risk of intoxicated guests acting inappropriately or being involved in a crash while driving themselves home, but they are not ...
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#AskRichardChang Most people hosting a party or gathering at their home are more concerned about having enough food and beverages for their guests than they are about being held responsible if someone has too much to drink and is involved in an accident. Canadian courts have made it clear that a bar or restaurant serving alcohol to a customer could be held liable if an intoxicated patron is injured in an accident. The law is not as clear as far as the responsibility of a social host for injuries suffered by an intoxicated guest. Distinction between social hosts and commercial ...
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The Holidays can be a great time to re-connect with friends, colleagues and business associates outside the flurry of business activity we all tend to get lost in. If you are an employer, it is crucial to be cognizant of the increased liability you may be subject to as the host including your employee’s actions. In addition to concerns around the serving of alcohol, employers must remember that there is still a duty to maintain a safe and healthy environment as you would every day in the office. It is also important to remember the law considers offsite events, such ...
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