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THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF BREWERY LICENSES IN MASSACHUSETTS

Submitted by John P. Connell, Esq. on Mon, 28/01/2013 - 14:36

Law Offices of John P. Connell, P.C.: In order to legally produce and sell beer commercially, a brewer must be authorized to operate by obtaining both national and state approval. The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau issues “TTB permits,” granting approval of a brewer’s operations on the national level. All types of commercial brewers qualify for the same Continue Reading...

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BREW ON PREMISE – WHAT’S THE STATUS?

Submitted by John P. Connell, Esq. on Thu, 17/01/2013 - 17:21

Law Offices of John P. Connell, P.C.: In Massachusetts, a brewer producing beer for mere personal or family use, and not for sale, does not need any license to do so. Should the brewer intend to brew and sell its beer commercially however, licenses are needed at both the national level, through the Alcoholic and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau Continue Reading...

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THE COMING BATTLE BETWEEN CRAFT BREWERS AND MASS PRODUCERS OVER LABELING

Submitted by John P. Connell, Esq. on Wed, 19/12/2012 - 17:43

Law Offices of John P. Connell, P.C.: In the business of distributing of alcoholic beverages, branding means everything. Manufacturers such as wineries, distilleries and breweries spend a great deal of money every year acquiring, maintaining and protecting their brand labels. Their labels are the only thing that differentiates them from competition, as products are sold in almost universally undistinguishable containers Continue Reading...

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A RESTAURANT’S LIABILITY WHEN IT’S SOCIAL MEDIA CAMPAIGN GOES TOO FAR

Submitted by John P. Connell, Esq. on Mon, 19/11/2012 - 16:18

Law Offices of John P. Connell, P.C.: In November 2012, it was reported that the venerable Papa John’s Pizza restaurant chain is facing a $250 Million Dollar lawsuit by its customers who claim they were “spammed” by Papa John’s as part of an overly aggressive social media campaign. In particular, the plaintiffs in the class action lawsuit alleged that Papa Continue Reading...

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TIPS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH MASSACHUSETTS WAGE AND TIPPING LAWS

Submitted by John P. Connell, Esq. on Tue, 06/11/2012 - 18:56

Law Offices of John P. Connell, P.C: In 2004, “An Act Protecting the Wages and Tips of Certain Employees” (the “Act”) was ratified by the State of Massachusetts to improve and further the protection of restaurant service employees and waitstaff. The Act amended several sections of M.G.L. c. 149 and c. 151, making changes to allow employee inspection of payroll Continue Reading...

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THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF BREWERY LICENSES IN MASSACHUSETTS

BREW ON PREMISE – WHAT’S THE STATUS?

THE COMING BATTLE BETWEEN CRAFT BREWERS AND MASS PRODUCERS OVER LABELING

A RESTAURANT’S LIABILITY WHEN IT’S SOCIAL MEDIA CAMPAIGN GOES TOO FAR

TIPS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH MASSACHUSETTS WAGE AND TIPPING LAWS