Publications
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California Update: Liquor Liability 50-State Survey
California’s Responsible Beverage Service Training Program Act in Effect
August 31, 2022
California’s Responsible Beverage Service Training Program Act went into effect on July 1, 2022. It specifically states that any alcohol server or manager who is employed by a licensee beginning on or after July 1, 2022, has 60 calendar days from the date of hire to obtain an alcohol server certification.
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2022 Liquor Liability Laws – A 50-State Survey
August 2022
The 2022 Liquor Liability Laws, 50-State Survey, addresses the various issues present in this class of business through a review of Dram Shop statutes, where they exist, and common law developments in each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia. -
Arizona Supreme Court Rules Bars Must Take Proactive Steps to Separate Intoxicated Patrons from their Vehicles to Limit Liability
Arizona Rules on Chain of Causation and Liability for Seller of Alcohol
November 17, 2021
The Arizona Supreme Court held that unless a bar takes proactive steps to separate an intoxicated individual from their vehicle and/or finds them a safe ride home, the bar can be found liable, even if the intoxicated individual safely arrived home or at a similar resting place, and then decided to leave.