Liability Issues

The legal and financial risks an establishment faces if it fails to follow food safety or alcohol service rules (e.g., lawsuits from foodborne outbreaks or overserving alcohol).

Related Terms

TABC Seller Server Course

A training program mandated by the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for employees who sell or ...

Dram Shop Laws

Laws holding alcohol-serving establishments liable for overserving patrons who then cause harm du...

Fake IDs

Counterfeit or altered identification cards presented by minors to purchase alcohol. TABC emphasi...

Intoxication Assessment

Judging a patron’s sobriety level by observing speech, coordination, and behavior. TABC training ...

Abandoned Bar Tabs

Tabs left unpaid by customers. TABC rules allow holding credit card info but caution staff not to...

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