ARTICLE · 05 DECEMBER 2022

Party On (Responsibly), Wayne! - December 2, 2022

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The holiday season is here once again, and this year everyone is ready to celebrate things being (mostly) back to normal.

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The holiday season is here once again, and this year everyone is ready to celebrate things being (mostly) back to normal. We are expecting renewed excitement around the office, with employees looking forward to a chance to dress up, go out, and cut loose. However, as much as we all love a good office party, they don't come without risks.

For those choosing to host a holiday party in person, one of the biggest risks is employee intoxication. An employee who has had too much to drink might behave in an unwelcome or inappropriate manner towards their coworkers. This kind of conduct can impact morale at the workplace and can easily lead to bullying and harassment complaints. An employer might also be held liable if an employee who over-indulged at a holiday party is injured or injures someone else.

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