Detained South Carolina lawmakers begin debating how to address liquor liability issues and how they forced multiple bars and music venues to close. That is correct. Carlos Flores listened to his argument. He joins us today to tell us more about today's takeaways. Carlos. hey there. Mark and Jane. That is correct. The House Judiciary Subcommittee met to begin detailed discussions to resolve liquor liability issues while protecting South Carolinians. But it was clear from the jump that finding a solution is far from easy. This was the first of many meetings for members of Colombia's Liquor Liability Insurance Task Force. Experts and experts from a variety of backgrounds testified. They range from personal injury lawyers, bar owners, and mothers' representatives against drunk drivers. I value rational governance. All we're looking for is reasonable governance that will make this all feel good for everyone in this room today and for all South Carolinians. This all stems from a bill passed in 2017 called the “dram shop bill.” The bill requires businesses that serve alcohol to carry a $1 million liability policy, leading to higher insurance prices. Some point to the lack of competition among insurance companies. across the state. Two years ago, there were 47 airlines. He currently has three policies under consideration, but he is concerned that changing the dram shop law could harm people. Another aspect of this problem is the victims of drunk driving. And it is these same people who will be further victimized if the other side succeeds in its attempt. Mr. Cockrell encouraged committee members to remember the victims as they work to find solutions. You could be next. I am seeking services from my agency. The subcommittee currently plans to meet again in the near future and is encouraging those who wish to speak.
South Carolina business announces 'suspension', citing liquor liability rate as reason
Updated: February 12, 2024 10:15am ET
A South Carolina business announced a closure, citing South Carolina's liquor liability rates as the reason. Golden Grove Farm & Brew announced the change on Facebook. (Video above: SC lawmakers hold first subcommittee meeting to address liquor liability insurance issues) We are forcing change,” the post said. The liquor liability issue goes back to 2017, when lawmakers passed a law requiring establishments with liquor licenses to purchase at least $1 million worth of coverage. This was in response to an incident in which an uninsured drunk driver left a bar and struck Officer Dillon, who was also uninsured, seriously injuring him. Lawmakers believed such cases would be covered by the law. But prices in most places have skyrocketed, forcing some places to go out of business. In addition, claims to insurance companies became expensive. Golden Globe said it will only produce and sell beer through distribution after its current insurance policy ends on April 1. Read the full story here. WYFF News 4 has reported extensively on the crisis at the SC venue. Click here for more articles: Bars, Music Venues and Lawmakers Return to South Carolina Legislature, Hoping for Solution to Liquor Liability Issues South Carolina bars remain high and dry, overwhelmed by bills Rising liquor liability rates A popular downtown music venue in Greenville, South Carolina, closes.Owner explains why
A South Carolina business announced a closure, citing South Carolina's liquor liability rates as the reason.
Golden Grove Farm & Brew announced the change on Facebook.
(Video above: SC lawmakers hold first subcommittee meeting to address liquor liability insurance issues)
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The liquor liability issue dates back to 2017, when lawmakers passed a law requiring establishments with liquor licenses to purchase at least $1 million worth of coverage. This was in response to an incident in which an uninsured drunk driver left a bar and struck Officer Dillon, who was also uninsured, seriously injuring him. Lawmakers believed such cases would be covered by the law. But prices in most places have skyrocketed, forcing some places to go out of business. Also, claims to insurance companies became expensive.
Golden Globe said it will only produce and sell beer through distribution after its current insurance policy ends on April 1. Read the full story here.
WYFF News 4 has reported extensively on the crisis at the SC venue.
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