Philly, this is it. The Eagles are back in the Super Bowl, and the city is about to erupt. From packed bars and house parties to the Broad Street takeover after the game, this is our moment.
But let’s be real—when Philly celebrates, things get wild. Fans will be climbing poles, throwing beer, and piling into the streets like it’s Broad Street after the NFC Championship win. And with all that hype comes some real risks.
Here’s what you need to know so you can enjoy the game, dodge the chaos, and avoid ending up on the injury list.
1st Quarter: Eagles Fans Pack the Bars—And Things Get Messy
Philly bars will be standing-room only, from Xfinity Live! to Chickie’s & Pete’s to South Jersey’s favorite sports bars.
The problem? Crowded bars = spilled drinks, broken glass, slippery floors, and aggressive fans. If a bar doesn’t clean up hazards or overserves a belligerent fan, they could be responsible if someone gets hurt.
Watch out for: Beer-covered floors, shattered glass, overcrowding near exits, and flying fists if the game gets heated. Worst-Case Scenario: You slip on a spilled drink, hit your head, and wake up in the ER while everyone else is celebrating. (Not the Super Bowl memory you wanted.)
2nd Quarter: The Parking Lot Nightmare & Hit-and-Runs
If you’ve ever tried leaving Lincoln Financial Field after a big game, you already know:
- Parking lots and garages become a free-for-all.
- People are in a rush to leave, distracted, or worse—driving when they shouldn’t be.
- Hit-and-runs happen way more than you think on Super Bowl night.
If a reckless driver hits you—or worse, takes off—you still have options. Philly and New Jersey laws hold negligent drivers accountable, even if they flee. Worst-Case Scenario: You’re walking to your car when someone blows through the lot, knocks you down, and speeds off.
3rd Quarter: Drunk Fans, Bad Decisions & Afterparty Injuries
Win or lose, Philly fans don’t go home quietly. The Broad Street party will be massive, but so will the chaos. Some people will party too hard and make bad choices. Bars and party hosts can be held responsible if they overserve someone who later causes an accident. City officials and property owners need to keep streets safe—because if a street sign or unstable scaffolding falls on someone, it’s a lawsuit waiting to happen. Worst-Case Scenario: A drunk fan climbs a traffic light, it falls, and you get taken out instead of him.
4th Quarter: What to Do If You Get Injured on Super Bowl Sunday
Look, no one wants to think about getting hurt on the biggest night of the year, but if it happens, here’s what you need to do:
- Take photos & video – If you slip, get hit, or are injured, document everything.
- Get medical help – Even minor injuries can turn serious later—get checked out.
- Report it – If it happens at a bar, venue, or event, make sure management knows.
- Don’t assume you have no case – A lot of injury claims aren’t obvious at first.
Bottom line: If someone else’s reckless actions cause you harm, you may have legal options.
Philly, We’ve Got Your Back
At the Law Offices of Eric A. Shore, we’re not here to ruin the party—but if someone’s carelessness ruins your night (or worse, your life), we’ll fight for you.
Call 1-800-CANT-WORK
Email contact@ericshore.com
Visit www.1800CantWork.com
Enjoy the game, celebrate responsibly, and let’s bring this Super Bowl trophy back to Philly!
