Juul to settle multistate youth vaping investigation for $438 million
BY NATHANIEL WEIXEL – 09/06/22 4:09 PM ET E-cigarette company Juul on Tuesday tentatively agreed to pay $438.5 million to settle an investigation by 34 states and territories into the company’s marketing and sales practices that were alleged to fuel the youth vaping crisis. The investigation found the company deliberately engaged in an advertising campaign that appealed […]
Property Taxes for Hotels: A Lawyer’s Perspective
An interview with David Wilkes – Partner, Herman Katz Cangemi Wilkes & Clyne, LLP in New York. You can download David’s presentation here: https://www.dropbox.com/s/ed86kfgsfbu…
Fentanyl in Hotels
Moderated by Stephen Barth, this recorded presentation features a discussion about fentanyl in the hospitality industry. Gain insights from Brad Bonnell, Principal at Hotel Security Group; Sherri Foster, Director of Safety & Security at Extended Stay America Management; Salvatore Caccavale, Principal at Global Hospitality Security Solutions; and Marshall Gilinsky, Shareholder at Anderson Kill. The presentation […]
Extended Stay Issues with Greg Duff, Foster Garvey and Justin Bragiel, TH&LA
Hosted by Stephen Barth – a discussion with Greg Duff, Foster Garvey and Justin Bragiel, Texas Hotel & Lodging Association.
Hospitality Staffing Company Contracts Discussion with Andria Ryan, Fisher Phillips
Hosted by Stephen Barth – a discussion with Andria Ryan at Fisher Phillips
Tools to Track Travel
For hapless travelers tired of dealing with “openings” that are not really open, there are some new information sources to turn to With the well-ordered world of travel totally disrupted by COVID-19 travel restrictions, new solutions have quickly developed to track what’s open, what’s not, and what travelers must do to thread the needle from Point […]
Compliance: Common Sense Approach to Ensure Guest Safety
Most of you will recall Anthony ” Tony ” Marshall and his tireless work to assist the hotel industry in understanding the legal aspects of the business and ensuring guest safety. Due to his lasting impact, we honor Tony annually at The Hospitality Law Conference in Houston by recognizing others with the Anthony G. Marshall award for […]
4 Best Practices for Food and Beverage Operators
I’ve been noticing some trends in the feedback I hear from those in the food and beverage industry and the customers they serve. The operators know what works, and the customers know what they like. If you’re involved in the food and beverage business, I encourage you to review and consider the following best practices: In […]
A Safe Night Out: Things to Avoid When Serving Alcohol
While it can be difficult as an alcoholic beverage server or bartender to determine how much is too much for your patrons, it is absolutely essential to pay attention. When it comes to legal compliance for restaurants and the potential for lawsuits, there are several things to avoid when serving alcohol. For many young adults, […]
Scalded by Coffee: New Perspectives on an Infamous Lawsuit
The “McDonald’s coffee lawsuit” made national headlines in 1992 after Stella Liebeck spilled scalding coffee in her lap while removing the lid and decided to sue the corporation for damages. Years later, perspective lends new angles to this often-mocked story. Was Liebeck’s suit legitimate? And what does this still mean for restauranteurs and hospitality professionals […]