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Is it Time to Change Your Glasses
by John Bates
In this article the author examines the liability of the hospitality industry for injuries caused by glassware and the effect that changing technology may have on that liability.
Is Sex on a Business Trip ‘In the Course of Employment’
Travel throws up a range of interesting legal scenarios. This article examines one of the more novel aspects.
It Only Hurts When I Tweet
by David Jacoby
Social media isn’t just the 800 lb gorilla in the room for the hospitality industry; some days it seems as if it is fast becoming the entire room. The pitfalls hospitality industry players confront in dealing with this burgeoning reality will be the subject of a session at the annual IBA Annual Conference in Dublin on the afternoon of Thursday 4 October, with a particular emphasis on BRIC nations.
It’s All Greek to Me. The Importance of Pleading the Athens Convention in Cruise Cases
by Sarah Prager
This article discusses a procedural issue in relation to injuries arising out of cruises to which the Athens Convention applies.
Jet Ski Accidents
by Jeff Wilks
In this issue Dr Wilks examines liability for accident involving jet skis.
Left all at Sea by the Evidential Burden of Proof
by Andrew Roy
In this discussion of the case of Dawkins v Carnival plc the author explains that the defendants failed in their appeal because they did not submit the evidence to support their case.
Legal Implications of Using Social Media to Advertise Hotels in Canada
This article discusses the terms of use and guidelines provided by some of the most important social media platforms and the importance of complying with the rules. Potential legal issues are explored with regard to advertising laws and standards, intellectual property laws, user generated content, behavioural advertising, posting reviews, and running contests and promotions. The discussion concludes with the importance of carefully planning a social media campaign and developing a social media policy.
Location, Location, Location. When Claimants and Defendants Go Forum Shopping
This articles discusses the strategies involved in choosing the jurisdiction in which to litigate an aviation case.
Lossof Enjoyment in Holiday Claims - Lottery or Science?
This article discusses the recent case of Milner v Cunard, a Court of Appeal case which seems to have put limits on the amount of damages that can be claimed for distress and disappointment – or at least seems to have brought a modicum of certainty to this area o f the law.
Maggisano v Skyservice Airlines Class Action Settlement
by Tim Law
In this article the author discusses the class settlement that arose out of a hard landing that took place in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
