Liability & Negligence

Dram Shop Liability

Legal liability of bars and restaurants for injuries caused by intoxicated patrons they served.

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California has limited dram shop liability. Generally, businesses aren't liable for serving alcohol to adults, but may be liable for serving obviously intoxicated minors.

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