Archive for November, 2011

Hospitality Attorney Stephen Barth: Where are the Fire Marshals?

As a Hospitality Attorney, I wonder where the fire marshals are on Black Friday when crowds overwhelm the stores and grossly exceed occupancy limits.  What do you think? Check out this story from USA Today about the Black Friday chaos last week: How much crazier can Black Friday get? By Chris Hawley, Associated Press NEW YORK — Pepper-sprayed customers, smash-and-grab …

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David Denney presents Tragic Consequences: Avoiding Food Allergen Crises and Liability in Your Restaurant

David Denney presents Tragic Consequences: Avoiding Food Allergen Crises and Liability in Your Restaurant

HospitalityLawyer is excited to welcome back speaker David Denney to the Tenth Annual 2012 Hospitality Law Conference. David Denney is the principal of the David Denney Law Offices and  focuses on Food & Beverage Law. He represents clients on matters such as the formation, purchase and sale of business entities, private placements of securities, commercial leases,  foodborne illness and allergy liability, employment …

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Brad Adler to Discuss Wage and Hour Issues at Hospitality Law Conference

Brad Adler to Discuss Wage and Hour Issues at Hospitality Law Conference

Have you ever wondered whether you have to pay an employee for sitting on an airplane? Can I just pay commissions to somebody sitting in an office all day that sells over the phone or do I have to pay an hourly wage? Or how about whether you can deduct a broken plate or a cash register shortage from the …

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BDO Consulting adds Drew Olson as Manager in Chicago

BDO Consulting adds Drew Olson as Manager in Chicago

BDO Consulting is excited to announce the growth of its Insurance Claim Services practice with the addition of Drew Olson as a Manager in the Chicago office. Drew has helped companies in the hospitality industry recover from disasters such as the California wildfires, hurricanes hitting the Gulf Coast, and advised clients regarding the BP oil spill. In addition, he has …

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