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Perspective

Apr. 20, 2011

When Good Times Go Bad

A case pending before the state Supreme Court may make you think twice before entertaining guests in your home. By Michael Walsh of Sedgwick LLP.


By Michael Walsh

Ennabe v. Manosa, now pending before the state Supreme Court, raises this question, along with two related issues - what constitutes a "sale" of alcohol, and when is a person required to have a license to provide alcohol? The answers determine whether the host in Ennabe is potentially liable for the tragic death of one of her guests.


As reported by the Court of Appeal, Jessica Manosa, 20 years old, organized...

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