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A Sobering Summer Statistic: DUIs Are More Common this Season

Sure, the summer season is synonymous with sunny days, vacations, and no shortage of fun activities; however, it also coincides with a noticeable increase in DUI incidents. Understanding why DUIs are more common during the summer can help keep everyone safer. Given the fact that statistics show New Hampshire topped every state in the nation for alcohol consumption in 2024, recognizing some common DUI triggers is important.

So, why can the summer months be such hotbeds for DUIs in NH?

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By Bernstein & Mello, PLLC, 4 weeksJune 28, 2024 ago

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Driving Laws

Understanding the Basics of Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)

You’ve likely heard it before — or, if you’ve ever been convicted of a DUI in NH, you’re probably more familiar with this acronym than you care to be. Still, for as much as we throw around phrases like “blood alcohol content” or “blood alcohol level,” not everyone knows what this designation signifies, how it’s measured, and what it implies.

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By Bernstein & Mello, PLLC, 3 monthsApril 16, 2024 ago

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DUI / DWI

Navigating Employment Opportunities After a DWI in New Hampshire

Dealing with the consequences of a DUI/DWI conviction can be challenging, but it’s crucial to remember that life goes on and you’re not alone. The headlines are continually rife with stories about people, both unknowns and celebrities, who have been convicted of DUI in the U.S.

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By Bernstein & Mello, PLLC, 5 monthsMarch 13, 2024 ago

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Driving Laws

How Do DUIs Stack Up During the Holidays?

While the holidays are a highly anticipated and exciting time of year, for too many people, the festivities can turn fatal. When it comes to DUIs during the holidays, the numbers don’t lie and we’ve got them ready for your review. This season, we caution all our clients to be especially careful on the roads and to make smart choices when it comes to getting behind the wheel, especially following a holiday celebration.

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By Bernstein & Mello, PLLC, 7 monthsDecember 18, 2023 ago

DUI / DWI

10 Tips to Stay in the Spirit While Ensuring Safety as a Designated Driver

Even the Scroogiest among us must agree that the holidays are the perfect excuse for a party. Of course, for many of us, kicking up our heels includes indulging in a glass of eggnog or a toast of champagne. Neither of which is harmful, until even the most well-intentioned, yet intoxicated, revelers get behind the wheel.

As a designated driver, you play a vital role in ensuring everyone’s well-being during, but especially after, holiday festivities.

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By Bernstein & Mello, PLLC, 8 monthsNovember 30, 2023 ago