Ride-share options to prevent drunk driving on New Year’s Eve
New Year's Day is the deadliest day of the year for drunk driving, and officials are urging people to think twice before getting behind the wheel.
According to recent data, 55% of Americans drink more alcohol than usual on holidays, with that figure climbing to 65% for Gen Z.
1 in 5 Americans admit to illegally drinking and driving during the holiday season.
Attorney Walter Clark says the consequences can be costly.
“Insurance goes up, there’s going to be substantial fine if you’re convicted, there’s going to be a laps of your right to drive but worse you could kill yourself or somebody else.”
Walter Clark, Walter Clark Legal Group attorney
There are alternative options to driving impaired, such as ride-sharing.
Some programs offering free ride-share services, including the Walter Clark Legal Group.
“What our program does is at least offer some bystanders or even that individual an opportunity for a free coupon to get a safe ride with an Uber or Lyft.”
Walter Clark, Walter Clark Legal Group attorney
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