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\"Xmas<\/a><\/p>\n

As the Festive Season is in full swing and before our Personal Injury team’s Christmas meal tonight, I thought I’d advise, free of charge,\u00a0of ten ways\u00a0to avoid being injured at Christmas:<\/p>\n

1. Road Traffic Accidents<\/strong><\/p>\n

Don’t drive, cycle, skateboard, hoverboard or ride any other type of vehicle on roads or pavements whilst under the influence of drink, drugs, over-eating or tiredness. Watch out for others who might be doing this!<\/p>\n

2. Product Liability Claims<\/strong><\/p>\n

Check the wiring on your Xmas tree lights before you switch them on. If there is any exposed wiring – buy another set.<\/p>\n

3. Tripping and Slipping Cases<\/strong><\/p>\n

Walk around carefully, checking what is on the ground in front of you. Pay particular attention to snow, ice, discarded party hats and inebriated office staff.<\/p>\n

4. Food poisoning<\/strong><\/p>\n

Don’t be tempted to try and eat raw turkey – even for a bet.<\/p>\n

5. Lifting accidents<\/strong><\/p>\n

Only carry one case of beer or wine at a time and use correct lifting techniques – ie – lift with a straight back.<\/p>\n

6. Sports injuries<\/strong><\/p>\n

Keep well clear of people trying to play darts in the local pub after their office party<\/p>\n

7. Work at height injuries<\/strong><\/p>\n

When dressing the office Christmas tree, use stepladders for the upper branches and don’t try climbing on shelves or revolving chairs.<\/p>\n

8. Defective work equipment<\/strong><\/p>\n

No matter how quickly you want to open the Christmas presents from your colleague\/boss, don’t use the guillotine, a Stanley knife or a box cutter to do so.<\/p>\n

9. Occupier’s liability claims<\/strong><\/p>\n

Resist the temptation to dance on top of\u00a0chairs, tables, desks and statues.<\/p>\n

10. Criminal Injury claims<\/strong><\/p>\n

Don’t kiss anyone under the mistletoe if they have a violent and jealous partner or spouse<\/p>\n

I do hope that you have an excellent Christmas and New Year and don’t come to any harm. I’m looking forward to good beer, curry and company tonight.<\/p>\n

Jonathan<\/p>\n

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