ERIE, Pa., Dec. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- As the new year
approaches, there are plenty of ways to celebrate. You can watch
the ball drop with your family, host a gathering with friends or
even count down to midnight at a public party. But whether you're
ringing in the new year at home or spending a night out on the
town, safety should always be your top priority.
Here are eight tips from Erie Insurance to help you
celebrate responsibly:
- Consider your liquor liability: Many people enjoy
ringing the new year with a glass of champagne. But if you plan to
serve alcohol, be a responsible host by making sure nobody gets
behind the wheel of a car. In many states, you could be held liable
for damage caused by a driver who leaves your party. Learn
more about liquor liability and how to be a smart host.
- Plan your activities: To keep your party
running smoothly, have a list of games or activities that don't
involve alcohol. Playing games can be a great way to break the ice
and can be enjoyed by guests of all ages.
- Serve plenty of food: If you're staying up
until midnight, expect lots of snacking to take place throughout
the evening. A good selection of food and non-alcoholic beverages
will not only keep your guests happy and help counter the effects
of alcohol.
- Keep your guest list tight: When hosting a party in
your home, it's always a good idea to limit guests to people you
know well. Strangers may be less likely to respect your property,
and it will be more difficult to confront them if they
overindulge.
- Designate a driver: Encourage your guests to
choose a designated driver before they arrive.
Whether a friend is driving, or they choose to use a ridesharing
service, advanced planning will ensure a safer ride home for
all of your guests.
- Shelve the fireworks: Avoid the temptation
to start the new year off with a "bang." Fireworks can lead to
house fires and injuries – and they never mix well with
alcohol.
- Don't leave your car overnight: If you're
not driving home, it's probably wise to leave your car in the
driveway – and don't forget to lock the doors. Unfortunately,
criminals don't take a holiday.
- Charge your phone: Before you head out for a
night on the town, make sure your phone is fully charged. Getting
stuck with a dead battery will make it difficult to reconnect with
friends or order a ride home, if needed.
No matter how you celebrate, the new year is a time to reflect
on your successes of the past and your hopes for the future. At
Erie Insurance, we're here to protect all that matters most so you
can relax and enjoy life. Find a local ERIE agent in your neighborhood
or learn more about the right homeowners insurance for
you.
Erie Insurance Group
According to A.M. Best
Company, Erie Insurance Group, based in Erie,
Pennsylvania, is the
9th largest homeowners insurer and 12th
largest automobile insurer in the United States based on
direct premiums written and the 16th largest
property/casualty insurer in the United States based on
total lines net premium written. The Group, rated A+
(Superior) by A.M. Best Company, has more than 5 million
policies in force and operates in 12 states and the District
of Columbia. Erie Family Life
Insurance Company is rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company. Life
insurance policies not written in New
York state. Erie Insurance Group is a FORTUNE 500
company.
News releases and more information about Erie Insurance
Group are available at www.erieinsurance.com.
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