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What Restaurant Operators Need to Know About Music Licensing

Modern Restaurant Management

Performing Rights Organizations (PROs) such as ASCAP and BMI represent songwriters and publishers and grant licenses to play copyrighted music. What should restaurant operators know about music licensing? Truth be told, music licensing can be complicated. What are common misconceptions about music licensing and the costs?

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Bridging the Gap: Integrating Legal and Insurance Considerations into Restaurant Cybersecurity Response

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More recently, Panda Restaurant Group disclosed a March 2024 data breach that compromised driver's license numbers and other personal information of nearly 240,000 current and former employees. This documentation is crucial for both regulatory compliance and insurance claims.

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Serve and Sip Responsibly: Tackling Restaurant Liquor Liability Concerns

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Serving minors due to improper ID verification can result in fines, a restaurant losing their liquor license and reputational damage. Whether on or off the premise, restaurant owners could be held liable for such incidents given the Dram Shop laws in many states.

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Opening a Restaurant: Steps to Take and Common Pitfalls to Avoid

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Draft a Business Plan Business plans are documents that contain all the necessary information surrounding your restaurant and how it will operate. The business plan will become your go-to document when you run into operational problems and will guide you through turbulent times.

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Reopening a Restaurant in a New Location? Don’t Skip This Step

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Handle Licenses, Permits, and Inspections Early Opening day cant happen without the right paperwork. Licenses and permits dont always transfer from one location to another, so check with your local health department, city planning office, and fire marshal. Announce the move often and in creative ways.

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Owning a Bar: Everything You Need to Know

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This document will outline your bar's concept, menu, marketing strategy, and financial projections. Sorting Out Paperwork and Licensing Below is a breakdown of the licenses and documentation you'll need: Business license : The cost of registering your business will vary by state and includes a registration and filing fee.

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Marketplace Collection Laws Present Unique Challenges for the Restaurant Industry

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However, qualification to opt-out and the necessary documentation to do so varies from state to state. Other states, such as Nevada, allow the online food delivery service and the restaurant to contractually determine who will remit the sales tax. Non-Compliance Risks.