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WHEN IS A SOCIAL MEDIA ADVERTISEMENT FOR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE LAW?

Law Offices of John P. Connell, P.C.:  On May 13, 2013, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and  Trade Bureau (“TTB”) created an alcoholic beverage industry circular to clarify rules regarding advertising practices for businesses in the alcoholic beverage industry. Title 27 of the Code of Federal Regulations (“CFR”) generally regulates such advertising practices within this industry. In light of society’s Continue Reading...
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THE LEGAL GUIDE TO ESTABLISHING A BREWERY IN MASSACHUSETTS

Law Offices of John P. Connell, P.C.:  When establishing a brewery in Massachusetts, there are many legal factors to consider. Depending on the type of brewery business sought, different legal duties and regulations will be imposed on the applicant for a license. Awareness of these varying legal implications is crucial. To view our Firm’s “Legal Guide to Establishing a Brewery Continue Reading...
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ASSESSING THE “PUBLIC NEED” OF A LIQUOR LICENSE

Law Offices of John P. Connell, P.C.:  When approving the grant or transfer of a liquor license, a local licensing authority (“LLA”) determines the license’s “public need.”  Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 138, § 23, a LLA has the authority to approve the grant or transfer of a license “with a view only to serve the public need and in such Continue Reading...
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LAW OFFICES OF JOHN P. CONNELL PREVAILS IN ABCC CASE RELATING TO AN ALLEGED “UNDERUTILIZATION” OF A LIQUOR LICENSE

Law Offices of John P. Connell, P.C.:  On April 9, 2013, the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (“ABCC”) issued a decision for an unusual case in the matter of Karen A. McGovern d/b/a Puffin’s Restaurant (“Puffin’s”) in which the Law Offices of John P. Connell, P.C. represented Puffin’s in an appeal against the Town of Millbury Board of Selectmen (“Board”).   The Continue Reading...
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WHAT BARS SHOULD KNOW BEFORE HIRING A BOUNCER

Law Offices of John P. Connell, P.C.:  In 2007, Mayor Menino signed “Imette’s Law,” making it mandatory for bouncers to submit to a background check and training prior to being hired at any Boston bar or club. The law was named after Imette St. Guillen, a 24-year-old Boston native who was murdered in Brooklyn and last seen working at a Continue Reading...
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