Green Beer and Red Tape: Managing Liquor Liability for St. Patrick’s Day Events
Green Beer and Red Tape: Managing Liquor Liability for St. Patrick’s Day Events
For the hospitality industry, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, will be one of the busiest Tuesdays of the decade. While the surge in patrons is welcome, the risk of “over-serving” is at an all-time high. Business owners must be aware of Dram Shop Laws, which allow third parties to sue a business that provided alcohol to a person who subsequently caused an injury or death.
Is Your Policy “St. Paddy’s Ready”?
A standard General Liability policy typically excludes liquor liability for businesses that sell or serve alcohol as a primary function.
- The Necessity: You must have a standalone Liquor Liability policy.
- The Coverage: This policy covers legal fees, settlements, and medical costs if your business is sued following an alcohol-related incident.
Pro-Active Step for Tuesday: Hold a “pre-shift” meeting with your staff this Tuesday morning. Review the signs of intoxication and empower your bartenders to stop service. In the eyes of an insurance investigator, having a documented “safe service” protocol can be a powerful defense in a liability suit.
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