Two yellow 'wet floor' safety signs beside a bucket collecting water leaking from the ceiling. The signs are in the shape of banana peels to attract attention and warn against slipping.

Restaurant Safety Hazards

Restaurant floors endure a variety of food spills and cleaning products. As a result, they can pose slip, trip and fall hazards for both employees and patrons. While these hazards are significant, many can be prevented by adhering to these safety tips. In the Kitchen Follow these tips to prevent slips, trips and falls in…

A dramatically-lit bar display of dozens of different liquor bottles, many partially empty. Glass bottles of rum and whiskey shine, reflecting the neon bar lights.

Liquor Liability Insurance: Market Update

Liquor liability insurance is designed to protect any business that sells or serves alcoholic beverages (e.g., bars, taverns, restaurants, clubs and liquor stores). Such coverage can provide financial assistance in the event that a business is held responsible for bodily injuries or property damage stemming from an intoxicated customer’s wrongdoings, such as fights, car accidents…

Preventing Third-party Slip, Trip and Fall Claims

BREAKING NEWS: Couple Sues Eataly Boston After Woman Slips on Stray Piece of Prosciutto, Fractures Ankle and Claims ‘Great Pain and Suffering’ Court documents state that medical expenses exceeded $7,500. The couple is seeking damages amounting to $50,000. The lawsuit claims that Eataly was negligent for “failing to ensure that the floor was safe,” not…

COVID Resources – Businesses

Guidelines and government directives are changing so fast and each day brings extraordinary new circumstances to test our resolve. We remain committed to sharing the most updated information to support you through this challenging time. Check out these helpful, up-to-date resources: Restaurant COVID-19 Resources Hospitality COVID-19 Resources Maryland COVID-19 Resources Delaware COVID-19 Resources Virginia COVID-19 Resources National…

Maintaining a Pest-free Restaurant

Pests in your restaurant not only harm your customers, affect your staff and damage your restaurant’s reputation—they could also expose you to costly litigation and even lead to your facility’s closure. Work closely with a pest management professional to take preventive measures against common pests like rodents, flies and cockroaches. Focus on Hot Spots Working…