by evansfox | Jul 30, 2025
As alcohol consumption declines—especially among younger consumers—many craft breweries and cideries in New York are facing a sobering reality: traditional beverage sales are slowing and margins are tightening. But with this market shift comes a new and timely...
by evansfox | Jul 28, 2025
The New York State Liquor Authority (SLA) has maintained rigorous enforcement of the Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Law throughout 2025, emphasizing public safety and regulatory compliance. The 2026 State Budget increased the Liquor Authority’s budget by 30%,...
by evansfox | Jul 24, 2025
New York moviegoers are enjoying more than popcorn and soda with their films these days. Thanks to a new law passed as part of the 2025 legislative session, all movie theaters in New York (that meet the definition) are now eligible to apply for a liquor license with...
by evansfox | Jul 23, 2025
Finally … some clarity! Federal Estate Tax planning has been more turbulent the past twenty years than sailing a ship through a hurricane. Ok, that’s an exaggeration. Nevertheless, we have clarity now. As a result of the OBBB Act (One Big Beautiful Bill) signed...
by evansfox | Jun 19, 2025
Changes in the trademark laws in 2024 now allow business owners to register social media handles as trademarks to protect their brand identity online. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to register your social media handle as a trademark: Determine Eligibility...
by evansfox | Jun 6, 2025
2024 Revised Regulations for Non-Traditional Trademarks: A New Frontier in Brand Protection As the global marketplace continues to evolve, so too does the need for robust and adaptive trademark laws. In 2024, a significant milestone was reached with the introduction...
