2018 Hospitality & Retail Law Compendium

This 2018 50 State Compendium is a valuable resource provided to our ALFA International Hospitality & Retail Practice Group members and participants.  The Compendium is a survey of each state's laws on: 

1. In your state, what are the categories of damages that are available in tort?
2. Are there any limitations or caps on recovery in tort actions?
3. Are attorneys' fees available in tort actions? If so, under what circumstances?
4. Are there any instances in tort actions when pre-judgment interest is available for recovery?
5. In your state what proof is necessary to establish a right of recovery for economic damages, i.e. lost wages, medical expenses, etc.?
6. Is there any distinction in your state relative to recovery for economic versus non-economic damages?

These topics were selected by members of the Hospitality Practice Group Client Advisory Board.  The Compendium was compiled from information submitted by attorneys in ALFA International member firms from across the country. 

This compendium is meant as an overview. We hope you find the materials helpful. Should you have questions, please contact a member of the ALFA International Hospitality & Retail Practice Group who can provide the appropriate in-depth analysis.

Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia  
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming

DISCLAIMER: Articles contained within this compendium provide information on general legal issues and are not intended to provide advice on any specific legal matter or factual situation. This information is not intended to create, and receipt of it does not constitute, a lawyer-client relationship. Readers should not act upon this information without seeking professional counsel.