Trade secrets and trade dress investments can payoff

Magnolia Bakery opened its first store in Greenwich Village, New York over 15 years ago. It is known for its cupcakes. The bakery believes its cupcakes are distinguishable and highly valued because of their “unique, distinctive, and immediately recognizable look — the...

Special permits provide a little fun this summer

As the weather warms up – eventually – we can look forward to the many county fairs and farmers markets that are sure to liven up any summer day/night. Many of us over the age of 21 enjoy having the occasional beer or glass of wine while at these events....

Hot dog and vodka please

I am a huge advocate for the underdog. When I go to state or county fairs or farmers’ markets and I see samplings of beer and wine available, I really start to feel sorry for liquor, which has been prohibited from giving tastings at these events – until now. Governor...

You can be your own landlord. Really, the SLA says so!!

There are a lot of documents, applications and questionnaires that must be submitted when applying for a liquor license with the State Liquor Authority. The SLA has started enforce yet another requirement to the ever-growing list of things that are submitted in order...