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Observations on Hotel Safety and Security for Hospitality Brands and Hotel Management Companies by John J. Hogan Jan 20, 2014: There are many issues facing Hospitality Brands and Hotel Management Companies as they expand their operations in global markets. With the expansion comes increasing pressure to address safety and security issues in both the marketplace and the training classroom.

e-Tools for Employment Laws Jan 20, 2014

Which Employment Laws Apply to Your Business? There’s an E-Tool for That!

Negligence and Responsible Care in Employment - An Attorney's Perspective Jan 19, 2014: An Attorney's Power Point Presentation with a Focus on the Employment Arena.

Put Handbook Review on Your 'To Do' List. Jan 19, 2014: Not complying with current law can be expensive in today's legal climate, therefore one of your New Year's resolutions should be to review your employee handbook and employment-related policies to make sure they are up to date.

For more specific advice regarding your own situation, contact your personal lawyer.

Be aware of and work with the Law; do not be afraid of it by Dr.John Hogan Jan 19, 2014

This article provides readers with information and an overview of a program that discusses the sensitive issues of legal protection and operations. From alcohol and food liability to labor and employment, the latest trends and issues in hospitality law are included at the b Hospitality Law Conference, v

The author finds this conference differs from many others in its organization, structure, audience and more intimate size. It was created for and continues to evolve as an excellent forum for in-house counsel, attorneys practicing in the hospitality industry, CFOs, comptrollers, accountants and IT professionals. It also has specific discussions of interest to those involved with risk management, security and loss prevention.

What may be The biggest threat to the brand capital of your hospitality business? Jan 19, 2014: Two hospitality technology players are concerned that the industry is not applying sufficient urgency to its adoption of PCI DSS payment processing standards. They got together to voice their disquiet.

Nigel Allport of Agilysys and Andrew Brooks of Servebase see too many hotels and hospitality operators paying lip-service to the need to put PCI DSS at the heart of their business. By operating in a way that is not fully compliant, these operations put their valuable brand capital in jeopardy. It's a risk no hospitality business can afford to take.

ADA Regulations Update - Recreational Facilities Jan 18, 2014: One of the most impactful standards from the 2010 ADA regulations will concern pools and exercise facilities. Here's what you need to know.

Sexual Harassment: What Employees Need to Know Jan 18, 2014

There are various types of sexual harassment including "hostile work environments". This video presents employees with scenarios that define sexual harassment and how to effectively recognize and deal with it.

Hotel Management Agreements: Exculpation Clauses for Protecting the Owner's Assets Jan 18, 2014: This article briefly reviews the need for hotel owners to include a provision in hotel management agreements limiting the liability of the owner to its interest in the hotel property. This kind of provision is commonly referred to as an "exculpation clause," because it exonerates someone from blame or liability. While this is, in many ways, basic "blocking and tackling," it is important to remember as acquisitions in the hotel sector increase and as owners renegotiate agreements with brands and independent managers.

5 Ways to Start a Business Plan Jan 13, 2014: 5 Ways to Start a Business Plan

How do you get started on a business plan?

It depends on who you are, what you like, what you do well and how you think. People are all different. I say think of a business plan as a collection of components or modules, and start wherever you feel like it. Here are five specific suggestions, based on the idea that people should start with what’s best for the individual, depending on style. Which one is best for you?

The 10 Mistakes Most Likely to Get You Sued Jan 13, 2014: The California Chamber of Commerce has produced a white paper cataloging the top 10 mistakes most likely to get a company sued. While a few of the laws cited apply specifically to California, some of them are federal and may apply in your state. The report observes: "Employers may unintentionally violate employment laws simply by trying to provide some flexibility for an employee, save money for the company or just be nice."

Here are the 10 Mistakes Most Likely to Get You Sued