Celebrities. Fascinating, mysterious, enticing, but also seemingly doomed. They appear almost god-like, beautiful, rich, and beloved, transcending the boundaries that regular people experience. At the same time, it is well-known that the Hollywood lifestyle makes many celebrities vulnerable, or even self-destructive.
A frequent topic of cultural conversation is why? Why do those who seem to have it all also seem to be so troubled?
Substance Abuse In Hollywood
Drunk driving is a peril committed by people around the world, transcending demographics beyond age and income. At the time of the case of Bella Hadid’s drunk driving arrest at the young age of 17, many questions were raised about the downsides of fame in today’s society.
It’s no secret that substance abuse is a rampant issue in the entertainment industry. While most people might envy successful public figures for having more privilege and resources than most people will ever know, the general public tends to overlook the cost at which fame comes.
The life of a celebrity is filled with unimaginable psychological challenges that can push an individual to the limits of their well-being. Famous individuals, especially those in the professions of acting, singing, and modeling, are under constant public scrutiny about their appearance and talent. They live with the pressure of being examined by what seems to be the world at large, on a daily basis.
The discourse of a public figure is considered to be public domain, so much so that media publications have historically published unyieldingly false or embellished statements with little to no consequence. However, this can be incredibly objectifying, even dehumanizing, to those who are unwillingly made the subject of public conversation, as critics and commentators with little to no factual basis make definitive-sounding and damning judgments about a human being.
The Ethics of Driving Under The Influence
Despite the fame of celebrities and powerful figures, all are equal in the eyes of the law in San Diego and across the country. In cases of drunk driving, the law holds individuals accountable for their actions regardless of their social status. A drunk driver who happens to be a famous supermodel can face the same consequences as an average woman who does not work in the public eye.
A distinct characteristic of drunk driving is that it is a legal violation regardless of the circumstances that led to the act, no matter how deep our sympathies are for those who engage in substance abuse as an escape or a coping mechanism from their inner demons. An individual who drives while drunk poses the risk of severely or fatally injuring other drivers on the road.
The victims of drunk driving incidents are left with medical expenses and the inability to work, and experience pain and suffering. Car Accident Attorneys fight for the compensation that victims are legally entitled to. Driving under the influence of any substance endangers not only the driver but also their passenger(s) and the lives of others on the road. Furthermore, fatalities are life-altering losses that can shatter the lives of the loved ones of the victims.
If you or a loved one have been impacted by a driver under the influence, call an auto accident attorney today.