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Hospitality & Dram Shop Liability Defense

Experienced Defense for Hotels, Restaurants, and Alcohol-Serving Establishments

Morris Duffy Alonso Faley & Pitcoff offers deep experience in defending clients across the hospitality industry in high-exposure litigation. We represent major hotel brands, independently owned properties, restaurants, and bars facing claims ranging from premises liability to liquor law violations.

Our attorneys understand the operational realities and reputational risks faced by hospitality clients, and we work strategically to protect their interests in both routine and high stakes matters.

Hotel & Hospitality Defense

We defend hotel owners, operators, and franchisees in claims involving:

  • Premises liability (slip/trip and fall, unsafe conditions)
  • Assaults and negligent security
  • Construction accidents on hotel properties
  • Contractual and indemnity disputes
  • Claims involving guests, vendors, and third-party contractors

Our firm has represented both national hotel chains and boutique properties, providing tailored strategies based on venue size, ownership structure, and insurance coverage.

Dram Shop & Liquor Liability Defense

MDAFP also has substantial experience defending bars, lounges, and restaurants in dram shop actions and liquor liability claims. These cases often arise when an individual allegedly:

  • Was served alcohol while visibly intoxicated
  • Was served underage in violation of the law
  • Later caused injury to themselves or third parties in motor vehicle accidents, assaults, or other incidents

We defend establishments and their employees from the pre-suit investigation phase through trial and appeal, and we have successfully resolved numerous high-exposure claims through mediation and other alternative dispute resolution methods.

Why Clients Choose MDAFP

  • Extensive trial and appellate experience in hospitality and dram shop cases
  • A track record of favorable outcomes and indemnification results
  • In-house Appellate Team that supports every phase of litigation
  • Knowledge of state alcohol laws, liability thresholds, and insurance strategies

We understand that hospitality and liquor liability claims demand speed, discretion, and precision, and we deliver.




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