On March 27, 2020, Governor Roy Cooper issued a Stay at Home Order for the entire State of North Carolina (Executive Order No. 121, “State Order” or “E.O.”) The order takes effect in all 100 counties on March 30, 2020 at 5:00 P.M. for thirty (30) days. It is important to

We believe in supporting each other in times of crisis. We invite you to COME TOGETHER and support the New Belgium Brewing Bar & Restaurant Relief Fund. This fund will support local food and beverage employees in New Belgium’s hometown markets of…

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a dramatic impact on everyone, especially small businesses. ASK Law has been busy guiding its small business clients through the challenges brought on by COVID-19 and we will continue to be here to help with each businesses’ specific challenges and legal…

The uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 is leaving many members of the business community anxious about the new, unexpected risks that could impact their future. Specifically, the effects of new pandemic-centered regulations and restrictions on contractual relationships with incomplete performance…

Effective March 23rd, 2020, at 12pm, Principal Chief Richard Sneed has closed the Eastern Cherokee reservation and issued a shelter in place order. A week after closing the Casino and placing additional restrictions, the Principal Chief's Order suspended all tribal operations of the EBCI…

With the recent order from Governor Cooper mandating that all on-premise sales and consumption of alcoholic beverages cease, we are getting a lot of the same question from our clients; can we still sell growlers for off-premise consumption? Here are the laws and rules regarding the sale of growlers…

For clients with NC ABC retail permits and who are considering direct to customer delivery sales, here are the rules as we understand them right now: Holders of retail ABC licenses are allowed to deliver beer and wine under that license. No spirits. Delivery persons are supposed to have gone…

As everyone is aware, the Governor closed restaurants and bars for dine-in service and recommended no mass gatherings of more than 50 people. Many counties have placed more strenuous restrictions. Last week, the UNC School of Government released advice regarding meetings and public…

We understand that the most important thing in law is our relationships with our clients. Nothing will change that fundamental foundation that our firm is built on. During these difficult times, we encourage everyone to use best practices to reduce the impact of this virus and to…

The COVID-19 pandemic is directly affecting the workplace with the government urging employees to work remotely and some employers having to close their doors for an indefinite period of time. What responsibilities does an employer have to its employees during these unprecedented times?

Asheville: land of beer and outdoor recreation. Pairing beer with fundraising recreational activities is as natural as the splendor of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Nothing could be simpler or better than a sponsorship or partnership with any one of Asheville’s innumerable breweries and an outdoor…

What happens if a contractor fails to contract with the actual owner of the property, but instead contracts with a tenant? This situation is fairly common. Especially when there is an emergency and a plumber, electrician, HVAC technician or other contractor is called to perform an…

askLAW Partner Derek Allen described local beverage industry highlights of 2019 for a recent article in the Mountain Express year-end review. ORIGINAL ARTICLE LINK On-site sales of cocktails at distilleries. Having a drink at the source gives consumers a chance to “feel”…

askLAW Partner Derek Allen described local beverage industry highlights of 2019 for a recent article in the Mountain Express year-end review. ORIGINAL ARTICLE LINK On-site sales of cocktails at distilleries. Having a drink at the source gives consumers a chance to “feel”…

Our downstairs neighbor, Table, and nearly 40 other local restaurants are participating in Asheville Restaurant Week, taking place January 20-29, 2015, and presented by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce.

Asheville’s hospitality and tourism industries continue to thrive, and we are thrilled to be a part of it. The year 2014 brought significant growth in the hospitality industry, and we expect 2015 to continue on that same trajectory.