The holiday season is upon us. No one wants to be in a car accident at any point during the year but especially during the holidays. Car accident injuries may result in hospitalization which would make it difficult to be with loved ones for family celebrations. Ringing in the new year from a hospital bed is not the way to start 2016. Consider the following common causes of accidents and ways to avoid them this holiday season. Driving Under the Influence People commonly celebrate the holidays with a few drinks. Ringing.