18th Annual Wine Industry Conference
4/26/2018
Sonoma State University campus
Rohnert Park, CA
Farella Braun + Martel is proud to underwrite the North Bay Business Journal's 18th Annual Wine Industry Conference.
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Q&A With Leaders in Wine Law
Katherine Philippakis was one of the wine law experts to provide comments on what the tariff war means for the wine industry and how bankruptcy and debt restructuring laws come into play for struggling...
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A Brief Guide to Wine Tariffs
While much has been written about how the tariffs introduced in the White House’s April 2, 2025 Executive Order will reshape the U.S. wine industry, if and when they fully go into effect, very...
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Securing the Vine: IP and Privacy Protection for the Wine Industry
Nate Garhart discusses "Securing the Vine: IP and Privacy Protection for the Wine Industry." The wine industry, with its rich history and vibrant marketplace, relies heavily on branding and innovation. Protecting your brand and...
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New Wildfire Rules Aim To Ignite Coverage in High-Risk Areas
Sept. 21, 2024 marked the one-year anniversary of Governor Newsom’s executive order directing the Department of Insurance (“DOI”) to take accelerated “regulatory action to strengthen and stabilize California's marketplace.” Commissioner Ricardo Lara is continuing...
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Pouring Over the Law: 2025 Employment Law Updates
Staying current with the latest employment laws, amendments, and new statutes is crucial to ensure compliance and avoid costly legal pitfalls. Speakers Chandra Andrade, Kevin Jones, Jamie Talt, and Ryan Wessels discuss key changes to...
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FAQs: Wine Industry Intellectual Property Protection
For wineries, managing intellectual property (IP) is crucial to maintaining brand identity and protecting creative investments. While general IP principles apply across many sectors, wineries face unique challenges and opportunities. We have spoken to...
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"Forever Chemicals" and Their Impact on the Wine Industry
Forever chemicals continue to make headlines and are rapidly becoming a focal point of state and federal regulations, as well as environmental, product, and personal injury litigation. These persistent chemicals called per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances...
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