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Have a Safe Thanksgiving

Traditional holidays such as Thanksgiving are intended as joyous times for families to enjoy good food and the company of loved ones. Unfortunately, the holiday season is also notable for a statistical increase in serious accidents. To decrease the chances that your Thanksgiving dinner will be interrupted by major injuries, be sure to keep basic safety in mind during preparation and the party itself.

Unfortunately, even reasonable and safety-conscious people can be badly hurt by other parties’ careless actions. If you or a member of your family has been harmed by a negligent individual, corporation, or government agency, call the New Jersey personal injury attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. at 800-346-5529.

Quick and Simple Safety Tips

Avoiding common injuries on Thanksgiving does not require strenuous effort, nor does it have to interfere with your guests’ enjoyment of the evening. A few simple ways to stay safe include:

  • Practice safe eating techniques. Cut your food into manageable bites, chew thoroughly, and avoiding talking while eating, which can increase your chances of choking. This may seem like very basic information, but a surprising number of children and adults suffer from choking-related accidents every year.
  • Be conscious of fire hazards. If you decorate with electric lights, make sure the wires and plugs are in good condition. If you will be lighting candles, keep them in the center of the table where they are less likely to be knocked over or cause the curtains to catch on fire. If a fire occurs in the kitchen, always use a fire extinguisher or baking soda to put it out.
  • Make sure any meat dishes you may serve are cooked thoroughly and served with fresh utensils. Using the same tools to prepare and serve meat can transfer bacteria from the raw food to the food you will be eating. Consult a cookbook or reliable cooking website to make sure you have cooked your turkey or other dishes adequately.

A serious accident can turn a pleasant evening into a catastrophe. If you have been harmed by a defective product, reckless driver, or other preventable error, our New Jersey personal injury lawyers can help you decide what steps to take next.

Contact Us

The New Jersey personal injury attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A. are committed to your legal rights as an accident victim. To discuss how we can help you, contact us at 800-346-5529.