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How to Avoid Car Collisions This Labor Day Weekend

Published on: September 1, 2016 | By Flaxman Law Group

Labor Day weekend in Homestead, Hollywood, and Miami is one last summer weekend to enjoy before school starts again. For many families, it marks the start of a season and involves barbecues, time spent together, and time on the water.

For law enforcement, Labor Day weekend means more enforcement action to help communities prevent tragic car collisions. Many communities will have checkpoints set up to try to curb drunk driving, which can be an issue on holiday weekends. There are several things you can do to avoid drunk driving accidents this Labor Day weekend:

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How to Avoid Drunk Driving Crashes in Miami and South Florida This July 4

Published on: July 1, 2016 | By Flaxman Law Group

Every July 4 weekend, police in Miami, Homestead, and other cities try to prevent drunk driving accidents. Unfortunately, the holiday weekend means more people are drinking and some of these revelers are making the choice to drive home after drinking.

Don’t let this be you. Keep in mind that many private parties and many public festivities will be serving alcohol. Despite this, there are several ways to avoid DUI accidents in Miami and your community:

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Drugged Driving: A Deadly Danger on Homestead, Miami, and Hollywood Streets

Published on: April 27, 2016 | By Flaxman Law Group

We all recognize that alcohol is a dangerous drug which causes unsafe driving on the roads. There many educational programs in place to prevent drunk driving and strict rules to prevent anyone with a blood-alcohol level of 0.08 from driving on our streets. There are roadside checks and harsh penalties to catch anyone who drinks and drives.

Most of us are aware of the dangers of DUI. We know alcohol can slow response times, cause bad judgement, and even cause us to fall asleep at the wheel. However, driving under the influence of drugs can be just as deadly – or even more so.

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Do You Love Craft Beer? Be Careful About Drunk Driving

Published on: December 29, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Craft beer has become extremely popular over the past few years. These beers are crafted by small, independent breweries and for beer lovers they offer a distinctive tasting experience. Craft beers often include unique flavor combinations and tastes that can be very appealing for anyone who is looking for something a little different than usual beer.

Unfortunately, craft beers also have another distinction – they are often more likely than traditional beers to have a high alcohol content. One of the things that independent breweries can experiment with is the alcohol content of their beer, and some craft beers have higher alcohol by volume (ABV) when compared with traditional, mass-produced beers. In fact, some craft beers have an ABV of 8% or more.

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Underage Drinking and the Holidays in Hollywood and South Florida

Published on: December 25, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Many parents don’t want to consider that their children drink alcohol, but statistics show the majority of high school graduates will have tried alcohol at least once and will have been intoxicated at least once – well before their 21st birthday.

No matter what your personal opinions about underage drinking, the reality is that during the holiday season underage drinking may be an especially considerable problem. Teenagers may be spending time with friends or heading to holiday events where alcohol will be served. It can be difficult to think about this or talk about it with your family, but it’s an important topic. Underage drinking is a danger to your family for two main reasons:

It can lead to serious health concerns, including a dependence on alcohol or even alcohol poisoning
It can lead to drunk driving accidents

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The Best Response to Holiday Parties: A Plan for Getting Home Safely

Published on: December 11, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Many people in Hollywood and across southern Florida are planning holiday parties or are getting invitations for work parties, holiday festivities, family get-togethers, and other events. No matter what kind of invitations you are writing or receiving, there’s one thing that is a part of any great celebration: a failsafe plan for getting home safely.

Many parties, dinners, and events at this time of year include alcohol. While holiday parties can create lifelong memories, they can also increase the risk of drunk driving accidents in Hollywood and across southern Florida. If you’ll be attending any holiday events this year, make sure that you RSVP but also:

1) Have multiple ways of getting home safely.

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Drive Safely During the Last Weekend of Summer

Published on: August 28, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Now that summer is coming to a close, many people are having end-of-summer parties. In many cases, these parties involve barbecue and alcohol. Whether you are throwing a party yourself or attending someone else’s event, make sure that you stay safe. Here’s how:

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Summertime and Drunk Driving Accidents: Staying Safe When the Weather Gets Warmer

Published on: July 28, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Summer is a time for enjoying the beautiful Florida weather, experiencing the many festivals South Florida has to offer, and enjoying the sunshine. Unfortunately, drunk driving accidents in Hollywood and South Florida often increase during this time of year. As more people take vacation time and host celebrations, alcohol often becomes part of the equation. When drivers decide not to drink responsibly, the effects can be devastating.

How can you keep yourself and your family safe this summer? There are several ways to make the summer of 2015 not only fun but safe for everyone you love:

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Do You have a Safe Way to Get Home After Fourth of July Events?

Published on: July 2, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Fourth of July weekend is quickly approaching, and for most of us that means barbecues, special events, and fireworks. Unfortunately, authorities also report that drunk driving accidents in Homestead and other South Florida cities can spike around this weekend. If you’ll be driving to Fourth of July events or will be hosting your own event, make sure that you use extra caution on the roads.

Before heading out this weekend, you might also want to have a plan for getting home safely. This can include:

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Summer Holidays Can Mean A Risk of Drunk Driving: Here’s How to Protect Your Family

Published on: June 18, 2015 | By Flaxman Law Group

Summer months often mean parties, grilling, and holidays like the Fourth of July. Unfortunately, law enforcement also reports that these months can mean an increased risk of drunk driving incidents in Hollywood, South Florida, and across the country.

There’s no way that you can prevent others from drinking and driving, but there are several things that you can do to keep you and your family safe:

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