For licensees who get caught, the result is likely to be an emergency suspension order. The New York State Liquor …
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I have my TTB permit/license. Now what?
After you get your federal approval to manufacture alcoholic beverages; you have 5 continuing duties in addition to compliance with …
If I have an alternating proprietorship can I use the host’s staff as independent contractors to assist me in alcoholic beverage production?
Yes, as long as the written agreement between the Host and Tenant provides for this situation. The key factors that …
How to submit photographs to the NY State Liquor Authority
Important: The electronic photo submission process should only be used in response to a deficiency letter. Original photos should normally be …
Lessons from the State Liquor Authority (SLA)
The new Liquor Authority administration has started strong. There are 5 lessons licensees, practitioners, and applicants should learn from the …
What to do if your building has more than one legal address
The Authority is now requiring that the address appearing on the license, bond and lease match the 911 system and …
Are Proprietary Food and Beverage Item Names Protectable? We still don’t know.
In Tomaydo-Tomahhdo LLC et al. v. Vozary et al., an Ohio restaurateur appealed to the Sixth Circuit arguing that her …
What does the Cider Act mean for your cider production? Up to $3.80 per gallon tax savings!
The CIDER act was finally passed. What does this mean for NY wineries, breweries and cideries? It allows cider producers …
Rastafarians have a religious right to have long dreadlocks or wear caps at work
The EEOC filed yet another suit in federal court claiming that termination or refusing to hire Rastafarians with dreadlocks or long …
Are Drive Through Windows and Self-Serve Soda Machines Discriminatory?
If you have a drive through window, you should implement a method to be used by blind and deaf patrons …