Serving any minor, or an obviously intoxicated person of any age, is a criminal and Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) licensing violation, separate from any civil suit. California also requires on-premises servers and managers to hold Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification through ABC. Liquor liability insurance responds to covered third-party injury and damage claims and their defense; it does not pay ABC or criminal fines and penalties. We can help you sort out coverage and point you to the right compliance resources.
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Because claims can still be filed and need a defense, the obviously intoxicated minor exception and certain assault or over-service claims can still reach your business, and venues, landlords, ...
Yes, exposure can arise even from occasional service. Host and special-event options may fit, and we can walk you through them.
California is not a traditional dram-shop state, so a broad legal mandate generally does not apply. That said, contracts, landlords, and licenses often require it. We can review your ...
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