As discussed in Part One of the Gratuity Law Series, California’s Labor Code §351 provides that “no employer or agent shall collect, take, or receive any gratuity” if the patron intended for the gratuity to be given to an employee. Though this statement may appear simplistic on its face, courts have frequently been asked to decide who is an “employer or agent” for the purposes of this law. Continue reading
Crowds of people regularly flock to farmers markets seeking new brands, new tastes, and an intimate experience with local treats. For much of California, and especially the San Diego area, farmers’ markets can operate year-round as a great tool both for selling product and marketing a brand. The California legislature’s passage of Assembly Bill 2004 and Assembly Bill 774 allows for beer to be sold at farmers’ markets. This means that craft breweries have an entirely new market to advertise and sell their products, letting its beer take its place as a piece of local pride amongst other local foods and drinks. Tenant representation
- . . . Alcoholic beverage law and legal services for businesses engaged in, or seeking to engage in, the sales of alcoholic beverages. California Alcoholic Beverage Law services include ABC licenses, conditional use permits, Police Department permits, Sheriff Department permits, and determinations of Public Convenience or Necessity. California Alcoholic Beverage Law is a legal practice area of William A. Adams of Norton, Moore, & Adams, LLP. Mr. Adams has been providing legal services to the hospitality, grocery, and convenience store industries for over 20 years. Although the firm's offices are in San Diego California, the firm provides its alcoholic beverage legal services statewide. The firm also provides representation to businesses in enforcement proceedings related to alcoholic beverage sales, entertainment, and related matters.
