Dram Shop Liability
Dram laws, on the books in 38 states including Illinois and Iowa, impose penalties on bars, clubs, restaurants, or hotels that improperly supply liquor. In an alcohol-related accident, such as a DUI or DWI, not just the driver, but also those who provided the alcohol may be considered negligent and liable for damages caused. In such cases, dram shops are expected to exercise due care and not serve anyone who is obviously drunk.
In some states, even someone outside of such a business may incur liability for supplying liquor to a driver who subsequently had a DUI or DWI accident, injuring or killing others. This legal theory is called "social host liability." Where applicable, the host of a party may be held liable under dram shop laws if he or she continues to allow a guest to imbibe after the guest is obviously intoxicated or nearly intoxicated.
If you or a loved one has suffered an injury or death as the result of someone being served too much alcohol, call VanDerGinst Law at 1-866-843-7367 or click here for a FREE online case evaluation. The initial consultation is free of charge. If we agree to handle your injury case, we will work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if, and when, there is a money recovery for you. In many cases a lawsuit must be filed before an applicable expiration date, known as a statute of limitations. So please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.
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| Sat, 16 Jan 2010 08:00:00 GMT Club Space Sued Over Carlos Bertonatti's Vehicular... Miami New Times A new civil suit against Carlos Bertonatti also names Club Space. a a On January 16, an aspiring musician named Carlos Bertonatti spent hours inside downtown megaclub Club Space until hopping into his silver 2007 Volkswagon and speeding off into the early morning sunlight. Click here to read this Dram Shop Liability news article. |
| Thu, 15 Jul 2010 19:12:05 GMT Dram Shop Law: How to Avoid Dram Shop Liability Associated Content Dram shop law deals with liability on the part of a bar owner or party host for negligently serving alcohol. Click here to read this Dram Shop Liability news article. |
| Thu, 15 Jul 2010 02:20:48 GMT Insurance Department: Iowa Dram Shop Rule Creating Confusion Insurance Journal West The Iowa Department of Insurance reports that insurance companies and insurance producers may be in violation of an administrative rule issued by the Iowa Alcoholic Beverages Division in relation to dram shop insurance. Click here to read this Dram Shop Liability news article. |
| Wed, 30 Jun 2010 20:04:55 GMT In re Islamorada Fish Co. Texas, L.L.C. Texas Lawyer Islamorada Fish Co. Texas, L.L.C. filed this mandamus proceeding seeking relief from the trial court's order compelling it to produce information about its net worth. Click here to read this Dram Shop Liability news article. |
| Thu, 27 May 2010 06:40:00 GMT Liquor establishments not liable in 2008 death Journal-Courier.net Two men convicted for their roles in the 2008 death of Ryan Butler in Meredosia also were found liable in a wrongful death lawsuit. Click here to read this Dram Shop Liability news article. |
| Thu, 27 May 2010 05:20:30 GMT Kotin's Verdict: Serving alcohol to minors could be costly for parents The Highland Park News The concept of "teaching my kids to drink responsibly" has passed. The Illinois legislature has said so loud and clear. Click here to read this Dram Shop Liability news article. |
