Tag: COVID-19

NYSLA Restricts On-Premises Sales in Response to COVID-19

Lindsey A. Zahn, March 17, 2020March 17, 2020

In response to Governor Cuomo’s order, the New York State Liquor Authority (“NYSLA”) issued restrictions to licensees with respect to the COVID-19 outbreak, effective Monday, March 16, 2020 at 8:00 PM ET. Per the NYSLA, all licensed on-premises establishments (including restaurants, bars, taverns, clubs, arenas, catering establishments, etc.) must stop on-premises…

Proactive Legal and Compliance Steps for Wineries in a COVID-19 Environment

Lindsey A. Zahn, March 16, 2020March 15, 2020

In a world where the spread of COVID-19 is increasing and where consumers and businesses alike have encouraged “social distancing,” it is not without many sacrifices. The wine industry and other service-based businesses are certainly not immune and must be creative during a time where consumers and workers are staying home….