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6 Tailgate Safety Tips You Should Know

There’s nothing better than grilling burgers, spending time with family and friends, and counting down the minutes until the big game starts outside the stadium. Tailgating is a tradition throughout the U.S., and Oklahoma is no different. Whether you’re a Sooners fan, a Cowboys fan, a Golden Hurricanes fan, or a fan of any other team in our great state, tailgating is a fun way to spend an afternoon and to prepare for a pivotal football matchup.

That said, it’s important to recognize that tailgating isn’t without its dangers. Anytime you combine big trucks, hot grills, and alcohol, there’s always a chance of serious accidents occurring. Being safety-conscious at every tailgate can help the reduce the risks that you, your tailgate guests, or any of your fellow fans will suffer a serious injury on what’s supposed to be a fun-filled day.

6 Tailgate Safety Tips

To reduce your chances of a tailgate mishap, big or small, check out the six important safety tips in our Tailgate Safety Tips infographic below:

Hopefully these tailgate safety tips will help you make sure that your next pre-game be a successful one. Don’t let our list restrict you; you’ll likely create your own list of tailgate safety tips as you start consider the many ways you can make tailgating safer for you and your loved ones.

What Should You Do If You’re Injured in a Tailgate Accident? 

Tailgate accidents can result in serious and even life-threatening injuries. If you or someone you love was injured in a tailgate accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may need expensive medical treatments. You also may be too hurt to go back to work for weeks, months, or even years. That means no paychecks and no way to pay for your day-to-day expenses, let alone your medical bills.

As with almost all personal injuries, tailgate injury victims can get compensation by filing claims against the negligent parties. However, getting compensation isn’t easy. Multiple parties may be responsible for tailgate accidents, and it can be difficult to pin down each party’s level of responsibility. In addition, insurance companies are often skeptical after such accidents, and they frequently attempt to reduce or deny victims’ settlements.

Calling a lawyer is an important step to take after a tailgate injury, and the sooner you do it, the better. Having an experienced Oklahoma City personal injury attorney on your side means evidence will be preserved, negligent parties will be singled out, and the amount of compensation you’re owed will be calculated.

Parrish DeVaughn Is Here to Assist After a Tailgate Injury

After a tailgate accident, don’t trust just any lawyer. Get a law firm that understands what you’re going through and knows what you need to make a full recovery. Our lawyers aren’t afraid to take on claims that others may pass up on, and we’ll do everything in our power to help you get every penny you need.

Contact us for a free consultation on your case. We’re available to take your call day and night, and you don’t owe us any fees upfront for our services. In fact, you don’t have to pay us unless we get money for you. Call today.