Over serving alcohol

[PayrollHRGuy]

Thank you

You are welcome.
And sorry for your loss.

 

[quincy]

Referring to the deceased relative as a "victim" is implying that some sort of wrong was perpetrated against the relative.

The word “victim” is used to describe anyone who is harmed (injured, killed, destroyed) or suffering from an act, condition or circumstance.

 

[Just Blue]

Referring to the deceased relative as a "victim" is implying that some sort of wrong was perpetrated against the relative.

"victim" of her own choices.

 

[PayrollHRGuy]

Even if they are also the perpetrator?

 

[quincy]

Even if they are also the perpetrator?

The dictionary does not distinguish between a victim of another or a victim of one’s own acts. Someone who commits suicide is a victim of suicide.

 

[adjusterjack]

It wouldn't have happened if the loved one hadn't decided to get drunk. Place blame where blame is due.

While I'm not here to condone drunks, that's not always the case. As of 2013 (see article) 30 states hold purveyors of liquor potentially liable for selling or serving alcohol to individuals who cause injuries or death as a result of their intoxication.

https://www.ncsl.org/research/financial-services-and-commerce/dram-shop-liability-state-statutes.aspx

Wyoming, obviously, is not one of them.

Just thought it appropriate to clarify your assertion, Zig.

 

[Zigner]

While I'm not here to condone drunks, that's not always the case. As of 2013 (see article) 30 states hold purveyors of liquor potentially liable for selling or serving alcohol to individuals who cause injuries or death as a result of their intoxication.

https://www.ncsl.org/research/financial-services-and-commerce/dram-shop-liability-state-statutes.aspx

Wyoming, obviously, is not one of them.

Just thought it appropriate to clarify your assertion, Zig.

I understand and agree with your point, however, what I stated was true...always.
An accident is the result of a chain-of-events. Break any link in the chain and the accident doesn't happen.

 

[quincy]

Perhaps one of the hardest things to accept is that accidents, injuries and untimely deaths can happen and there is simply no one to blame.

 

[Mass_Shyster]

Wyoming
Who do you contact if a loved one was over served alcohol at a bar, then went home less than a quarter of a mile, slid in driveway and fell, then laid outside all night and died.

A personal injury attorney

 

[quincy]

A personal injury attorney

An initial consultation is (generally) free, so it wouldn’t hurt to contact a personal injury lawyer - but based on what has been said and on the law PayrollHRGuy quoted, there does not appear to be any legal action for a “loved one” of the victim to pursue.