Lebamoff Takes On The State Of Illinois

By |2020-04-13T21:11:03+00:00July 1st, 2018|Liquor Case Discussion|

This summary does not reflect my personal viewpoint but merely predicts what I think will occur based on the oral argument before the 7th Circuit.

 

Prediction

The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals will not let stand the District Court’s ruling granting summary judgment in favor of Illinois. Ironically, if they remand the case, the original judge retired, […]

NCSLA 2018, Hawaii: Part II, Aloha from Elvis and I

By |2020-04-13T21:11:04+00:00June 24th, 2018|Conference Reviews|

This includes my commentary on the rest of the conference. Enjoy the Elvis music while reading, compliments of me 🙂

LEGAL UPDATE

Valerie Haber of Gray Robinson did an excellent job of reviewing some of the most important cases. The people of this fine firm always deliver top quality and Valerie Haber follows the norm.

Direct […]

The Story of Elmhurst Brewing Company: It’s a Long Way to the Top if You Want to Rock n Roll

By |2020-04-13T20:45:24+00:00June 13th, 2018|Irish Liquor Lawyer Interviews, Liquor Industry Insights|

AC/DC’s song “It’s a Long Way to the Top” tells about the obstacles and setbacks one must overcome to enjoy success in Rock n Roll. After sitting down with Pete Dolan of the Elmhurst Brewing Company, I discovered that there are similarities in starting a Brew Pub.

The […]

OF VALUE REGULATION

By |2020-04-13T21:10:48+00:00June 7th, 2018|Liquor Industry Insights|

The Illinois Secretary of State published the “Of Value” regulation for first notice on May 4, 2018. There is a 45-day period till June 18th to comment on the regulation. Attached is a copy of the regulation.

Of Value Regulation

 

  1. IMPORTANCE OF THIS REGULATION

“Of value” issues became heightened in Illinois when it was announced that […]

Illinois Liquor Legislation Final Status (before veto session)

By |2018-05-31T21:21:01+00:00May 31st, 2018|Liquor Industry Insights|

The Illinois Legislature adjourned today and the final actions were taken on liquor bills for this session.

Here is a final synopsis of important liquor bills and their fate.

A Governor’s veto is unlikely, so barring the unforeseen, these should be law within 60 days.

 

1. SB2286-Self Distribution exception for craft distillers

Did not pass

The Wine and […]

Proposed Illinois Liquor Legislation

By |2020-04-13T21:10:21+00:00May 19th, 2018|Legislation, Liquor Industry Insights|

Friends, welcome to my first blog post. In this blog I will provide valuable information on the liquor and hospitality industry. Never hesitate to contact me or engage me!

This first post represents a synopsis of some of the major Illinois liquor bills introduced. This is not an exhaustive list of bills introduced.

In the bills featured, […]

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