Cheryl A Cowan, Certified TIPS Trainer

11/08/2017

Here's a very interesting argument about liability
http://nj1015.com/stop-suing-the-bartender-for-what-the-drunk-does/?trackback=twitter_top

It's time to start questioning Dram Shop laws.

11/07/2017

Man injured in crash files suit against two businesses that served the guy who hit him
https://madisonrecord.com/stories/511258804-man-files-suit-against-new-memphis-tavern-convenience-store-operators-after-crash

BELLEVILLE – Two New Memphis establishments are named in a suit by a driver who alleges he was injured when an intoxicated motorist caused a collision.

11/06/2017

This cool app will help you be a more responsible person by helping you figure out how quickly your BAC will return to 0.00. It depends on the food you eat and the water you drink. It will also tell you how you will be feeling at different BAC levels so you can better track your consumption.

https://www.responsibility.org/start-a-conversation/drinking-responsibly/virtual-bar/

For adults, we made this nifty calculator to account for what drinks you've had, if you've eaten food and how that affects your blood-alcohol level.

07/04/2017

Arizona Lawmaker Wants To Lower Alcohol Serving Age To 18 http://www.azfamily.com/story/34294138/arizona-lawmaker-wants-to-lower-alcohol-serving-age-to-18 #.WIJT9xjDOHo.twitter

An Arizona state lawmaker has introduced legislation that would allow 18-year-olds to serve alcohol at restaurants and bars. And like any good cocktail, reaction is mixed.

05/10/2017

Don't drive drunk. Get a lyft. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/lyft-budweiser-drunk-driving_us_57d81260e4b0aa4b722c6d69

Don't drive drunk.

05/10/2017

When would you ask for a second form of ID?

A) Whenever you have any doubt about the primary ID a guest or customer has given you and need further proof of identity

B) When there are two or more guests or customers who may be underage

C) When the primary ID is clearly a fake and not acceptable

D) Whenever you ask for a primary ID

Answer is A) Whenever you have any doubt about the primary ID a guest or customer has given you and need further proof of identity

05/10/2017

When deciding whether or not to serve alcohol, what is the best way to assess your guests or customers?

A) Quiz them about their day.
B) Talk to other people about them.
C) Count their drinks.
D) Observe their behavior.

The correct answer is D) Observe their behavior.

09/14/2016

Stanford Bans Hard Liquor From On-Campus Parties, Limits Bottle Sizes http://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2016/08/23/491069932/stanford-bans-hard-liquor-from-on-campus-parties-limits-bottle-sizes?utm_campaign=storyshare&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_medium=social

The change in policy, following a high-profile sexual assault, was swiftly criticized by those who believe it focuses on the wrong issue.

09/12/2016

This tattoo knows how much you’ve been boozing http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/health/tattoo-boozing-article-1.2748409?cid=bitly

Finally, there's a tattoo that can tell you if you're too drunk to get a tattoo.

09/10/2016

10 states with the harshest DUI penalties: Are laws having the desired effect? http://www.thecarconnection.com/news/1105485_10-states-with-the-harshest-dui-penalties

It goes without saying that drunk driving is a very, very bad thing. Though the number of traffic fatalities involving alcohol has fallen over the years, so has the total number of auto-related deaths. As a result, alcohol continues to play a role in 30 - 40 percent of U.S. traffic fatalities. In...

09/08/2016

6 Of The Most Dangerous Drug And Alcohol Cocktails http://www.medicaldaily.com/6-most-dangerous-drug-and-alcohol-cocktails-394891 #.V7M-mFRhRfI.twitter

Drugs and alcohol can be dangerous on their own, but when combined, the outcome can be deadly.