Guía para la fiesta de graduación: Cómo celebrar de forma segura este verano

High school and college graduations are milestones worth celebrating with a party. 

While graduation parties are meant to be fun and a celebration, they can turn dangerous, especially when alcohol and pools are involved. 

Como abogados de lesiones personales en tampa, we want families to enjoy their celebrations safely by being informed of the potential risks and legal rights if something goes wrong. 

En este blog cubrimos:

• Common causes of personal injury at graduation parties
• Safe hosting tips
• The steps to take if someone is injured at your party

4 Common Graduation Party Dangers That Lead to Injury

1. Underage drinking

Florida law prohibits serving alcohol to anyone under 21. But, since many graduation parties are hosted at a person’s house, underage drinking becomes more common. 

If an underage guest drinks and is injured at your home, as the host, you’re legally responsible. 

That’s why it’s encouraged to keep alcohol in a designated area where underage guests can’t easily access it. 

2. Drunk driving

The consequences of drunk driving can be deadly. If a guest is intoxicated at your party and gets behind the wheel of a vehicle, causing injuries to others, both the driver and host can face legal consequences. 

3. Pool injuries

In Tampa, houses often have pools. While it’s a nice way to beat the heat, pools have serious risks, including slips, falls, and drowning accidents. 

4. Rental venue hazards

The property owner or manager can be held liable if someone is injured because of unsafe conditions in a rented space.

5 Tips for Hosting a Safe Graduation Party

Whether you’re hosting a party at home or a rented venue, here are a few steps to reduce the risk of injury at your event:

• Keep alcohol out of reach for minors.
  
• Hire a licensed bartender to monitor alcohol consumption.
  
• Mark pool boundaries and supervise at all times.
  
• Set up outdoor lighting to avoid trip hazards.
  
• Offer safe ride options (Uber, Lyft, and designated drivers)

What to do if Someone’s Injured at Your Graduation Party

If an injury occurs at a graduation party due to the host’s negligence, we encourage you to take the following steps:

1. Seek medical attention immediately. 
2. Document the scene. If you can, write down notes of what happened while they’re fresh and take pictures of the scene. Collect any witness names.
3. Do not share details on social media, as it can negatively affect your case.  
4. Avoid signing anything or talking to an insurance company without legal guidance. 
5. Contact a trusted personal injury lawyer to learn about your options. 

Injured at a Graduation Party?

At Cappy Law, we help clients understand their rights and get the compensation they deserve after an injury.

Don’t let someone else’s negligence ruin your celebration or future.Contact us today for a free case evaluation.