In late March, Stone Brewing Co. sent me a press release with big words reading “Court scores one for craft beer, finds … Read More
Before the lawsuits start flying, maybe try the National Craft Brewery Mediation Service
Chances are you didn’t get into commercial brewing for the business aspects of it. You love brewing, but not taxes or … Read More
When breweries sue breweries, fans think they’re dicks (even when it’s legit)
Craft breweries are cool, and being cool means not being a lawyer-loving Gordon Gekko like all those big corporate … Read More
Capital Brewery’s minority shareholders file suit against majority shareholders
The craft brewing industry can seem like (and often is) a fun subculture filled with like-minded, laidback pals who … Read More
Kamala Brewing sounds off on Dogfish Head/Namaste trademark dispute
Back in October, we posted a blog from Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, discussing a trademark dispute involving its … Read More
Dogfish Head hopes for ‘friendly solution’ to Namaste trademark dispute
We would say the very public trademark disagreement between West Sixth Brewing Co. and the executives at Magic Hat … Read More
Statement from NBWA President on decision in favor of Missouri’s State Alcohol Code
Last week, the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled against Southern Wine and Spirits’ challenge to Missouri’s alcohol … Read More
NOLA Brewing sued by Godzilla movie makers? Is that right?
According to an Associated Press story running around the web, that headline is true. Make no doubt that NOLA Brewing's … Read More
Bell’s Brewery slaps lawsuit on development company’s dredge plan
Craft beer makers embrace many important tenants — those include entrepreneurial spirit, bold beer products, community … Read More
Unauthorized Roundup Ready wheat found in Oregon, Monsanto sued
In late May, the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed that a genetically-modified, … Read More