One unforeseen consequence of the pandemic, particularly at hotels, is staffing shortages. These staffing shortages have resulted in hotels requesting existing exempt employees to take on more duties and responsibilities of non-exempt employees. Such efforts may backfire and put hotel employers at risk to wage-and-hour litigation. READ MORE

With travelers returning to hotel destinations across the world, threats of COVID-19 contamination continue to expose the hospitality industry to various legal risks. With more than 2,000 COVID-related cases currently on file in the United States, the risk remains, especially in the areas of negligent exposure and labor and employment. This article will examine some of the increased legal risks to the hotel industry and some suggestions to mitigate or reduce exposure to COVID-19 related lawsuits. READ MORE

While business travel may never completely reach pre-pandemic levels due to the success of remote working, business travelers are slowly returning to in-person trade shows, client meetings and team gatherings in 2022. As hoteliers plan for this return, what can hotels do to welcome back these guests and improve their experiences? READ MORE

2020 certainly served as a reminder that we must be prepared for the unexpected. In business, that means understanding what comes next should your business, or hotel in this case, face an unexpected interruption. A proactive approach, as opposed to a reactive approach, could be the key to getting back to business faster, keeping the hotel's reputation intact, and maintaining a healthy revenue stream. READ MORE

In this article, Susan Kuchta,VP, Sales and Strategy at Prism Specialties, discusses how to find the right restoration partner for your hotel. She also details what are the steps you should take to ensure that the restoration partner you choose is reliable and able to fit your needs. From televisions to the lobby sculptures, Ms. Kuchta talks about the best way to restore your hotel's items, prepare your business before disaster strikes and get your hotel and lodging business back to work as soon as possible. READ MORE