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15
Apr
What Can Prevent You from Getting a Liquor License?
To operate a liquor business legally in the U.S., you need to meet all the necessary licensure requirements. Of course, these requirements vary across industries depending on the nature of operations involved, which means that some industries have more stringent licensing requirements than others. For instance, selling regulated products such as liquor requires a thorough vetting process before you get
4
Jun
Are Bars Liable for Customers Who Fall After Drinking?
In the United States, businesses in the nightlife scene, be it a sports bar, a cool college bar, or a nightclub that gets packed on the weekend, report serving more than 19 million people each year. Throughout the country’s 62,000 bars and nightclubs, you’re bound to come across a liability issue here or there. From rowdy patrons to overserving to
11
Jul
How Establishments Should Handle Over-Intoxicated Patrons
As the bread and butter of any bar or tavern, it’s no secret that alcohol sales provide great profit margins. But with a successful bar business comes the possibility of having to handle customers who tip the scales of intoxication and end up presenting a liability to your bar. There is a balance bars need to find where they are
23
May
Key Facts to Know About Liquor Liability Coverage
Newer state statutes are holding sellers of alcohol, such as bars, nightclubs, and liquor stores, responsible for damages under liquor liability laws. Bars can be held liable for instances where there’s a death or injury due to alcohol like in a DUI, bringing them to court and possibly closing their doors for good. Establishments that sell alcohol should not only
28
Mar
Spotting and Handling an Underage Patron
One thing that will always be a constant concern in the restaurant and hospitality industry is the issue of underaged drinking. While, obviously, bar and nightclub owners can’t handle what happens off their premises, they can ensure they’re taking the right steps to enforce strict rules against underaged patrons. It’s the bar’s or restaurant’s responsibility to make sure people under
28
Dec
New Years’ Resolution: Serve Liquor Responsibly
Every restaurant and bar owner know the implications of serving liquor, wine, and beer. However, these are staples of the industry and often prove to be the most lucrative sources of income. With that in mind, we’re going to provide some recommendations that you can share with your hospitality clients to start 2018 off right. Especially as Christmas has ended
7
Feb
Attention Bar Owners: Understanding Liquor Liability
Operating a bar and legal liability go hand in hand. With particular dram shop laws that vary by state and the inherent liabilities that bar owners have by serving alcohol, it’s absolutely imperative that your clients carry a custom-tailored Liquor Liability Insurance program to mitigate risk and financial responsibility. While bar owners might be working with a limited budget, this
16
May
What Liabilities to Bar Owners Face When Serving Liquor?
For many owners, operating a bar and serving liquor go hand-in-hand with legal liabilities. With state dram shop laws and liquor liabilities, bar owners must protect themselves against a variety of potential lawsuits. However, many choose to skip out on the policies that are intended to protect their best interests in order to save money. The sobering facts about their
9
Jun
Key Coverages in a Hospitality Insurance Program
Hospitality is a dynamic and exciting industry. With services ranging from nightclubs to bars to comedy clubs, there is a diverse variety of risk exposures. Insuring your business with a respected Hospitality Insurance Company will not only protect you from potential loss, but help your company thrive. Here are a few key coverages to implement in your hospitality business: General Liability-