As we start to get into the summer and with proms and parties planned already, it’s important to reflect on the designated driver program and what it means legally.
There have been several occurrences in the past where designated drivers have been on the hook for damages incurred by the poorly thought out actions of intoxicated passengers
A frank conversation beforehand is the least a DD could do to prevent issues says Peter Messner, a Senior Partner of Heartland Law who was involved in one such case
Messner recommends the back seat for anyone handling their adult beverages poorly and points out that abstaining from overindulgence is the safest course, especially for youth.
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