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In this Issue:
- Dram Shop Insurance Basics
- Back to the Basics: Simple Steps to Take to Avoid Accidents on Your Premises
- A Quick Look at the New National Menu Labeling Legislation
- HospitalityLawyer.com Resources
- Job Postings
- 2011 Hospitality Law Conference
Dram Shop Insurance Basics
By Elizabeth DeConti
Does your retail operation have the right insurance in the event of a dram shop or liquor liability lawsuit? Here are a few tips to keep in mind regarding the benefits of a dram shop liability insurance rider and the limitations of a general coverage policy.
Back to the Basics: Simple Steps to Take to Avoid Accidents on Your Premises
by Maryalyce Cox
All restaurants should have in place policies and procedures governing all aspects of their operation. However, it seems that some restaurants get lackadaisical in knowing and enforcing them. Cleaning up spills and warning customers about a wet floor is so basic - yet we all need gentle reminders about going back to some of the basics.
A Quick Look at the New National Menu Labeling Legislation
by David Denney
As the dust settles around the fierce 2009-2010 debates concerning healthcare legislation and the ink dries on the new law signed by President Obama on March 23, 2010, hospitality companies remain curious about the impact of the “menu labeling” portion of the law. Buried deep within the “Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act” (P.L. 111-148) is Section 4205, “Nutrition Labeling of Standard Menu Items at Chain Restaurants and Articles of Food Sold from Vending Machines.”
Though various studies debate the effectiveness of menu labeling on consumer behavior, menu labeling is upon us. This is a short primer to help you understand the intricacies of the measure.
HospitalityLawyer.com Resources
Webinars
HospitalityLawyer.com offers legal, safety and security webinars for the industry. Upcoming webinars include:
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May 26, Utilizing Social Media to Legally Market Beverages Containing Alcohol, presented by Elizabeth DeConti, Gray Robinson, and Wendy Meadley, Social Wendy Group
The webinar will begin at 3:00 CST. Most webinars are only $59.00, and the first 5 registrants only pay $39.00! To register for the above webinar, please click here.
We also offer on-demand legal, safety, and security webinars, including:
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Developing a Responsible Alcohol Service Policy, presented by Elizabeth DeConti with Gray Robinson
Solutions Store
Visit our Solutions Store for forms and checklists, including a form containing Suggested Policies and Practices for the Responsible Service of Alcohol. The form contains suggested clauses for an alcohol policy, including clauses on:
- Training and Certification,
- Dealing with Minors, and
- Responsible Service, Safety, and Security.
In the search box, type "Suggested Alcohol Policies and Practices for the Responsible Service of Alcohol."
Training
Did you know HospitalityLawyer.com offers Alcohol Server Training? Please click here for more information.
HospitalityLawyer.com has added a Job Postings section to the website. Information is available for those looking for a job, as well as those looking for an employee. Below are a few of the highlighted postings:
- Bill Diapoulos, former Director of Food & Beverage for the Clift Hotel in San Fransisco, is looking for a similar position in California.
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Landry's is looking for a Director of Loyalty Marketing and for an Employee Relations Representative.
To post a position, please contact Diana Singson.
Save the Date for the 2011 Hospitality Law Conference
The 2011 Hospitality Law Conference is scheduled for February 9-11, 2011, in Houston, Texas. Mark your calendars to not miss this one-of-a-kind conference!
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