Program Details
2025-11-14 13:00:00
Over 1,000+ webinars
Course Overview
2025-11-14 13:00:00
1.5h CLE Credits
Intermediate
1.5
1:00 pm - 1:30 pm ESTThis session explores the historical origins of dram shop liability from 18th century Britain through the development of the Texas Dram Shop Act in 1987. Participants will examine jurisdictional variations, the statutory framework unique to Texas, and the public safety rationale behind holding alcohol-serving establishments accountable for overservice.
Stephen Barth.Spencer G. MarkleJon Bailey 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm ESTAttorneys from both plaintiff and defense perspectives share proven trial strategies including discovery techniques, deposition preparation, and jury selection considerations. Key topics include leveraging toxicology evidence, the tipping incentive argument, witness preparation methods, and effective approaches to cross-examination of expert witnesses.
Stephen Barth.Spencer G. MarkleJon Bailey 2:00 pm - 2:10 pm ESTA short intermission allowing participants to refresh before the final session. Use this time to reflect on trial strategies discussed and prepare questions for the compliance segment.
Stephen Barth.Spencer G. MarkleJon Bailey 2:10 pm - 2:40 pm ESTThis session focuses on building an organizational culture of responsible alcohol service through effective training, policy development, and documentation practices. Participants will learn about standard drink measurements, handling pre-gaming patrons, energy drink interactions, and the business case for why risk management ultimately protects profitability.
Stephen Barth.Spencer G. MarkleJon BaileyStephen Barth, author of Hospitality Law and coauthor of Restaurant Law Basics, is an attorney, the founder of HospitalityLawyer.com, the annual Hospitality Law Conference series, and the Global Travel Risk Summit Series. As a professor at the Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management, University of Houston, he teaches courses in hospitality law and leadership. He is #3 on Global Guru’s Top 30 Hospitality Thought Leaders & Influencers for 2023. In addition to legal and travel risk mitigation insight, Stephen specializes in communicating the importance of Emotional Intelligence in leadership roles; and has provided valuable insight to many companies including The Methodist Hospital System, Wyndham Worldwide, Dine Equity, Business Travel News and Aramark. His fun, fast-paced presentations provide practical information and solutions to enhance your personal and professional life.
Spencer G. Markle is one of Texas’s most accomplished civil trial attorneys and a leading authority on dram shop and liquor liability law, bringing a rare dual-perspective as both defense and plaintiff counsel to alcohol-service liability, risk management, and jury strategy.
Jon Bailey is a Plaintiff’s personal injury trial attorney in West Texas, with the majority of his trial docket involving Dram Shop or alcohol related cases in addition to trucking cases.
Stephen Barth, author of Hospitality Law and coauthor of Restaurant Law Basics, is an attorney, the founder of HospitalityLawyer.com, the annual Hospitality Law Conference series, and the Global Travel Risk Summit Series. As a professor at the Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management, University of Houston, he teaches courses in hospitality law and leadership. He is #3 on Global Guru’s Top 30 Hospitality Thought Leaders & Influencers for 2023. In addition to legal and travel risk mitigation insight, Stephen specializes in communicating the importance of Emotional Intelligence in leadership roles; and has provided valuable insight to many companies including The Methodist Hospital System, Wyndham Worldwide, Dine Equity, Business Travel News and Aramark. His fun, fast-paced presentations provide practical information and solutions to enhance your personal and professional life.
Spencer G. Markle is one of Texas’s most accomplished civil trial attorneys and a leading authority on dram shop and liquor liability law, bringing a rare dual-perspective as both defense and plaintiff counsel to alcohol-service liability, risk management, and jury strategy.
Jon Bailey is a Plaintiff’s personal injury trial attorney in West Texas, with the majority of his trial docket involving Dram Shop or alcohol related cases in addition to trucking cases.
Requirements
The Alabama State Bar MCLE Commission requires attorneys to complete 12 credits, including 1 ethics, by December 31 of each year. All credits must be reported by February 15 of the following year. A maximum of 12 credits, including 1 ethics credit, may be carried over for 1 year only.
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