A 2020 Widow Jane ruling examines bourbon origin, proofing-water claims, and the difference between label language and a consumer’s interpretation.
This 2020 review examines Illinois’ COVID workers’ compensation presumption and why beverage and hospitality employers should document safety measures.
A 2020 winery lawsuit questions reopening rules that distinguish bars and tasting rooms by food service, despite no requirement that patrons order food.
The ILCC’s May 2020 FAQ addresses outdoor service, food requirements, local permission, and operational limits for bars, taprooms, and tasting rooms.
A May 2020 update tracks the denied Lebamoff rehearing request and related federal appeals over retailer alcohol shipping and the Commerce Clause.
Illinois’ May 2020 reopening guidance covers precautions for bars and restaurants, with links to state, federal, and industry safety materials.
A review of Illinois’ 2020 cocktails-to-go bill examines eligible licenses, container language, and questions for brewpubs, taprooms, and distilling pubs.
An Aviation Gin advertising complaint illustrates tension between industry responsibility codes, parody, humor, and First Amendment protections.
This May 2020 post links CDC reopening guidance and discusses its recommendations for bars, restaurants, taprooms, and tasting rooms.
Illinois charity promotions involve statutes, attorney-general rules, and liquor regulations. This article outlines issues for beverage businesses.
The original May 2020 PPP forgiveness application explains payroll records, staffing calculations, and documenting employees’ refusal of rehire offers.
A review of TTB’s temporary 2020 policies on beer destruction, tax relief, product returns, credit terms, gift cards, and retailer-related donations.
