February 08, 2023—Billboard reveals that 31 million people in the US attend at least one music festival annually. From large-scale events like Bonnaroo, Coachella, SXSW, and Lollapalooza to local events such as the Lost Lands festival in Legend Valley, different music events draw big crowds, with the attendees running into tens of thousands on average.
Statistics reveal that nearly 70,000 people suffered serious injuries, and approximately 230 people died in 300 outdoor concerts over the last decade. Alcohol and drug use, overcrowding, and high excitement levels were ruled as common reasons for risky behaviors that turned into volatile situations.
“These statistics probably understate the issue because many festival injuries, violence, drugs, and sexual crimes still go unreported. A lawsuit may be filed against the festival organizers or nightclub owners if anyone is injured. Attorneys often recommend the services of third-party witness experts to unravel which party was responsible for the damages. Nightclub, casino, bars, restaurant owners and festival organizers save millions of dollars with the help of Kim Schioldan, Silver Gordon, and Preston Rideout from the Dram Shop Experts,” shared a professional attorney.
As experienced dram shop expert witnesses, the team at the Dram Shop Experts has ample experience testifying in court cases involving dram shop liabilities and many complex aspects of the festivals and nightlife industry—including managing, designing, operating, and launching or organizing entertainment hubs across the country.
The professionals comprise decades’ worth of experience in Business Negligence, Intoxication Identification, Industry Standard Bar Operations, Responsible Alcohol Service, Bartender Training, and Security Use of Force.
“Our expert witnesses work closely with defense attorneys to support owners when a nightclub or festival organizer faces litigations. We use many tactics and best practices to unravel evidence-backed facts clearly in front of the court. Then we curate detailed compliance reports, recommend best practices, and suggest other things to follow to prevent liabilities in outdoor events or entertainment hubs,” shared an expert witness from the company.
The Dram Shop Experts also boasts an impressive record for cases involving alcohol serving and the use of force by security personnel. Since the after-effects of intoxication and the use of force can both result in hefty lawsuits, the expert witnesses at the company help evaluate whether the correct protocols were followed by the organizers when it comes to bartender training, refusing service, security, and many other aspects.
The team has handled many complex courtroom situations confidently for over three decades. With such extensive experience in keeping everyone safe and improving operations in the industry, there isn’t a more qualified specialist in the region.
Anyone in need of expert witness testimony services for complex nightlife and festival lawsuits can find their contact details below.
About Dram Shop Experts
Dram Shop Experts is a firm that offers consulting and expert witness testimony services to festival organizers and owners of bars, taverns, and nightclubs. They’re unrivaled authorities on the inner workings of nightlife establishments. Dram Shop Experts have managed over 250 nightspots, eateries, and music festivals across the United States over the last three decades.
When it comes to managing a bar, serving alcohol, and keeping patrons and staff safe, there isn’t a more qualified specialist in the country. They offer affordable rates for qualified expert witnesses for taverns, bars, nightclubs, and clubs private parties in over 30 localities in the US.
Contact Information
Phone Number: (662) 466-6045
Website: https://www.dramshopexperts.com/