When Holiday Parties Turn Risky Eggnog, Laughter … and Workers’ Comp?
Ah, the holiday office party: eggnog, ugly sweaters, and small talk. It’s the season to celebrate, but it’s also a surprisingly common time for slips, trips, and other “oops” moments that can land you in the hospital, or worse, trying to figure out if workers’ comp even applies. Know the rules before you toast. The truth is that liability is tricky when it comes to holiday office parties. Whether an injury at a company event is covered depends on the details (numerous details, in fact). Location, attendance expectations, and whether the company benefits from your
presence all matter. Every case is different, so there’s no singular answer, but a little awareness can save a lot of stress. Celebrate smart to stay safe. Yes, it’s a party, but think of it as a “festive workday” in disguise. Pace yourself with drinks, watch your step, and remember that winter evenings get dark early, making travel trickier. Even a short walk from the parking lot can be risky if you’re not paying attention. Don’t be that person. Doing something reckless while under the influence, like deciding to show off your breakdancing skills or tackling the office karaoke mic, can seriously hurt your chances if you ever need to file a claim. Workers’ comp looks closely at whether injuries happen “in the course and scope” of employment, and bad choices can make that claim much trickier. Know what to do when things go wrong. Even with the best planning, accidents happen. If you get hurt, don’t panic. Reach out to our team so we can guide you through the process, help you understand your rights, and make sure you don’t miss a beat while the holidays go on. The holidays are about fun, family, and a little festive mischief, but a little caution goes a long way. Celebrate safely, plan ahead, and enjoy the season without turning a cheerful night into a headache.
ROAST BEEF WITH CARAMELIZED ONION GRAVY
Ingredients
"Thank you, Ty, for your assistance! I saw Ty for a consultation for my workers' comp case, and he answered every question I had and more. I truly appreciated his honesty. He wasn't trying to push a settlement, but gave his honest opinion and advice on my situation. I could tell he was genuinely trying to help. His words have brought me lots of clarity in this confusing time." -Shawna F.
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1 tbsp black peppercorns 1 tbsp mustard powder
Gravy •
4 tbsp flour
1 tbsp dried thyme 1 tsp celery seeds
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2 beef stock cubes
3 tbsp caramelized onion chutney
1 tbsp olive oil
2–3 tsp yeast extract
4 1/4 lbs topside joint of beef
Directions
1. With a pestle and mortar, crush peppercorns, mustard powder, thyme, and celery seeds together. 2. Stir in oil, then rub into beef. 3. Preheat oven to 375 F and set seasoned beef in a snug roasting pan. Roast for 1 hour. 4. Remove from the oven, lift onto a platter, and cover with foil to rest 30 minutes. 5. For gravy, pour juices from the pan into a large measuring cup. 6. Let the juices separate, then spoon 2 tbsp of fat back into the pan. Discard remaining fat. 7. Top juices in the cup with boiling water to make 3 cups total liquid. 8. Heat pan with fat over medium heat and stir in flour, stock cubes, onion chutney, and yeast extract. 9. Cook for 1 minute, stirring, and gradually add juices/water. Bubble to thicken and serve with the beef.
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