Archives for July 2026

19th Annual Center for Alcohol Policy Legal and Policy Symposium Set for August 24-26 in Minnesota

The Center for Alcohol Policy always puts on a thoughtful, informative and interactive conference. This year’s conference will be in Minneapolis starting with a reception Monday the 24th, a full day of conference on the 25th, and a half day of sessions on Wednesday the 26th. The agenda is packed with timely topics and expert…Read More

Still Waiting for Decision on New York Winery Distribution Challenge

One lawsuit that has already been briefed and had a bench trial is Alba Vineyards v. New York. This lawsuit argues that New York laws banning a New Jersey winery from self distributing to New York retailers are violations of the dormant Commerce Clause. I neglected to fully brief this case but since the trial…Read More