Restaurants can be Liable for Customer using Unintended Door

A recent slip and fall case at a New York City restaurant held a restaurant owner liable when a patron exited through a “side” entrance that had a 7 ½” step down to the sidewalk.  The doorway used by the patron was not its regularly used exit, nor was it a required...

Child Labor Laws and Farm Workers

The growth of farm wineries, farm distilleries and farm breweries brings new entrepreneurs to the world of farming. Corporate executives are leaving the board room for a better quality of life. With no experience in farming and the applicable regulations, this can be...