Year-end parties are a great chance for employees to come together, reflect on the year's accomplishments and bond as a team. The primary goal of any party is for everyone to enjoy themselves, but it takes a lot of careful planning to create an environment that ensures safety as well as a good time. Concerns such as liquor consumption, premises safety and security, discrimination and food borne illness are a few of the many issues that need to be addressed to help prevent over-indulgence, injuries or even harassment. Not only could the pleasant atmosphere be ruined in a hurry, your bank could find itself liable.