Federal Programs With Unexpected Impact On Alcoholic Beverage Industry
When businesses dealing in alcoholic beverages think of federal regulation, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau or Food and Drug Administration spring to mind.
NFT-Based Alcohol Businesses vs. Alcoholic Beverage Control Laws
In our last article we discussed how NFTs associated with alcoholic beverages may be treated under New York’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Law (“ABCL”).
NFTs and Alcoholic Beverages
Last year non-fungible tokens, known popularly as NFTs, exploded onto the marketplace.
Illegal Sale Of Intoxicating Liquor And The Dram Shop Act
In order to limit liability, investors use corporations or limited liability companies to house restaurants, taverns, and package stores.
Search And Seizure And The New York State Liquor Authority
The State Liquor Authority (“SLA”) has broad powers to conduct searches under the Alcoholic Beverage Control (“ABC”) Law.
More Shipping, More Problems
Complications from Interstate Wine Sales are Now Coming into Focus. Out-of-state sales to New York wine drinkers pose a tremendous threat to package stores in New York, and the problem will likely exacerbate.
Limits of Corporate Liability
Accountability for Taxes and Conduct is Still Personal. The shield offered by a corporation or LLC will not protect a person from his or her own wrongful conduct.