Third Party Alcohol Liability and Security Management
Expert Witness and Consultant
Oregon Third Party Alcohol Liability laws can hold a licensed provider of alcohol responsible for any harm or injury caused by the selling of alcohol to a visibly intoxicated customer, or a minor, which then leads to an accident or fatality, but the issues involved with intoxicated customers and over-serving of those customers or serving minors are not always that clear.
Alcohol Liability, Alcohol Legal Liability
Alcohol Liability is a term used to describe the legal responsibility that a business may have for their customers when alcohol is served. Any staff involved in the service of alcohol could be held liable for damages or injuries where alcohol is considered to have been a contributing factor. These factors include, but are not limited to:
If you have a claim, or are involved in an issue involving "Alcohol Liability" or “Third Party Alcohol Liability”, or "Use of Excessive Force" in a restaurant, bar, night club, arena, stadium, or any venue where alcohol is served you may need an “expert witness” who is not only experienced in the industry but also understands how "Third Party Alcohol and Use of Excessive Force Liability" rules and regulations apply and “risk management” strategies to help you determine which course or actions are reasonable and customary in these industries.
Ray Hopkins–Expert Witness & Litigation Consultant:
Mr. Hopkins has taught Oregon Liquor Control Commission (O.L.C.C.) Alcohol Server Education classes for over 10 years to business owners and alcohol servers, and Oregon Dept. of Public Safety, Standards, & Training (D.P.S.S.T.) Unarmed Security classes to bouncers, doormen, nightclub and event security for over 12 years. He has also owned and operated a large “crowd control” company with a Summer staffing level of over 100 that specialized in providing security services to events where alcohol was a factor throughout the Northwest.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished business development professional offering expertise in generating significant company growth through lead generation, customer service and sales and marketing techniques. Proactive instructor effective at motivating employees and students to be actively engaged in training programs. Expertise in OLCC and/or DPSST seminars focused on compliance issues, rules, and regulations, and the results of non-compliance to these.
Skills / Knowledge
• DPSST (Dept. Public Safety, Standards and Training) unarmed security training and licensing (12 yrs).
• OLCC (Oregon Liquor Control Commission) alcohol server training and licensing (10+yrs).
• Event management
• Customer targeting
• Proficient in creating and maintaining schedules
• Strategic event planning
• Account management
• Negotiation/conflict resolution skills
Achievements
• 20+ years as a state instructor (DPSST/OLCC)
• In 2005 was asked by Eugene OLCC to assemble "Responsible Vendor" program for local businesses
In 2006 was called into the Eugene OLCC office and asked by Inspector Mark Jennege if I could
provide special "at location" DPSST unarmed security classes to local bars, nightclubs, and other
"drinking establishments. Inspector Jennege informed me that the OLCC was responsible for checking
for compliance with DPSST rules and regulations and that most establishments in the area were not
compliant. I then provided that specialized class to staff at numerous drinking establishments.
In 2007 was accepted as a candidate for an investigators job with the OLCC
• Charismatic public speaker
• Creative instruction styles and techniques
Employment History
Owner/Instructor Oregon North West Alcohol Server Education - 2010–Present (9+ yrs)
4207 S.E. Woodstock #508, Portland, OR 9720 (503)935-3091
• Scheduling, marketing, and teaching State (OLCC) approved "Alcohol Server Education" classes to student groups of 1-25 in various locations in and around the Portland Metro area. Also provided customized "I.D checking" classes and provided "Expert Witness" services in court cases.
Website @ www.OregonNorthWest.com
Owner/Instructor Behind Velvet Rope Security Training/Licensing - 2/2007-3/2009 (2 yrs.)
3911 S.E. Mall st., Portland, OR 97202 (503)935-3091
• Scheduling, marketing, and teaching State (DPSST) approved " Unarmed Security” classes to student groups of 1-10 in various locations in downtown Portland. These classes were tailored towards those working in “Event Security” and “Bar/Nightclub Security”
• This company was a “spin off” of “MIB Security & Event Services Inc.” and classes were offered 4 - 8 times per month
Owner/Operator/Instructor MIB Security & Event Services Inc. - 1997-2/2007 (10 yrs.)
359 Mill St., Eugene, OR 97404 (503)935-3091
• This company provided all types of staffing for fairs, festivals, rodeo’s, concerts, sports events, and various other venues. Duties included, but were not limited to, marketing, negotiating contracts, consulting, hiring, training, licensing, compiling payroll and compliance with all Federal, State, & local laws/regulations. During the busy Summer season coordinated the weekly scheduling of 75-100 staff to work various events across the state
• Developed company into one of the largest event security/ staffing company in Oregon
• Annual sales for services of around a quarter million ($250,000.00) dollars/yr.
• In the last year, prior to selling of business, provided staffing for nearly 300 events – CLIENT LIST
• Contacted in 2005 by the Oregon Liquor Control Commission to develop a program to help guide liquor providers to acquire their “Responsible Vendor” certification. Contacted by OLCC in 2006 and asked to compile and provide classes for those providing security in the service industry (bars, nightclubs, etc.) • As a state licensed Oregon Department of Public Safety Executive manager and Instructor was responsible for training and licensing over 300 security providers
• Designed an interactive web site where clients could get information about company liability, insurance, certifications, rates, etc.
• Consulted with clients on issues dealing with Federal, State, County, City, Fire Department, Oregon Unarmed Security and O.L.C.C. rules and regulations
Bartended or Provided Security (Bouncer/Doorman) @
The Lotus Cardhouse - Full bar / Varied clientele - Portland, OR
Joggers Bar and Grill - Full bar / College clientele - Eugene, OR
Oregon Electric Station - Full bar / Catered events - Eugene, OR -
-The Olive Garden - Full bar / Italian theme food & drinks - Eugene, OR
Red Lion Hotel - Full bar / Martini crowd - Eugene, OR
Scandals Night Club - Full bar / College clientele - Springfield, OR
Pierce Street Annex - Full bar/Varied clientele - Costa Mesa, CA
Portland Rose Garden – Full portable bar – Portland, OR
Oregon Veterans Memorial Coliseum – Full portable bar – Portland, OR
Providence Park – Full portable bar – Portland, OR
Thirsty Lion - Full bar/Downtown PDX - Portland, OR
Gypsy Velvet Lounge - Full Bar/Downtown PDX - Portland, OR
Potawatomi Casino Lounge - Full bar/Scotch, Bourbon, & Craft Drinks - Milwaukee, WI
Licenses/Certificates/Permits:
D.P.S.S.T. Private Security Executive Manager License 1997 - 2008
D.P.S.S.T. Private Security Unarmed Instructor License 1997 - 2009
D.P.S.S.T. Private Security Unarmed Provider License 1997 - 2009
O.L.C.C. Alcohol Server Education Provider License 2012 - current
O.L.C.C. Alcohol Server Education Instructor License 2010 - current
O.L.C.C. Authorization to indorse 2006 - 2014
O.L.C.C. Servers Permit 1993 - current
Oregon Food handlers permit 1993 - current
Education:
Emery Riddle Aeronautical University - Frankfurt Germany (Aeronautical Science)
Lassen Community College - Susanville California (Computer Science)
Lane Community College - Eugene Oregon (Computer Science - A.A. Transfer Degree)
University of Oregon - Eugene Oregon (Computer Science)
CLIENT LISTS
Oregon North West Alcohol Server Education
Fred Meyer
Traders Joe's
Top Golf
Elks
Portland Pickles
Pietro's Pizza
Round Table Pizza
Old Chicago
Izzy's
Market of Choice
Classes provided all over Portland Metro area
MIB Security & Event Services Inc.
FESTIVALS, FAIRS, SPORTS , & SPECIAL EVENTS-Attendance NATIONAL MUSIC ACTS
Bohemian Mining Day 10,000-12,00 38 Special
Douglas County Fair 40,000-65,000 B.T.O.
Duck out of summer-end of summer concert 5,000-10,000 Bad Company
Easter Seals Microbrew Festival 5,000-10,000 C.C.R.
Eugene Celebration 70,000-80,000 Blue Contrell
Eugene Octoberfest 3,000-5,000 Burning Spear
Freedom Festival 5,000-10,000 Cherry Poppin Daddies
Light up the Night July 4th concert & fireworks 5,000-10,000 Chris La Dux
Lane County Fair 50,000-75,000 Collin Raye
New Super Sale, Inc. World Discount club 5,000-10,000 David Sanbourne
Newport Seafood & Wine Festival 10,000-12,000 Diamond Rio
Oregon Loggers Conf. 5,000-10,000 Earth, Wind, & Fire
Springfield Filbert Fest 5,000-10,000 Eddie Money
U.of O. Football Games-Autzen Stadium 40,000-50,000 Electric Light Orchestra
U.S.H.R.A. Monster Jam 5,000-10,000 Foreigner
Coburg Golden Years 500-2,000 George Thorogood / Destroyers
Collectors West (Gun shows) 500-2,000 John Micheal Montgomery
Columbia River Drag boat Ass. 500-5,000 Little feet
Douglas County Speedway 3,000-5,000 Lonestar
Eugene Boat show 2,000-3,000 Loverboy
Eugene Golf Show 500-2,000 Marshall Tucker Band
Eugene Hilton 500-2,000 Martina Mcbride
Holliday Food & Gift Show 3,000-5,000 Night Ranger
Jimmy Buffet Weekend (6th St. Grill) 1,500-2,000 Oak Ridge Boys
Oak Ridge Boys Newport Microbrew Festival 3,000-5,000 Pat Benatar
Ore. Fest. of American Music 500-1,000 Point of Grace
Oregon Elec. Station 500-50,000 Quiet Riot
Pape’ Bros Inc. 5,000-10,000 R.E.O. Speedwagon
Rock, Rhythm, & Brews 300-1,000 Randy Travis
Scream in the Dark 500-1,000 Rascal Flatts R
Rascal Flatts RSixth Street Bar & Grill 300-1,000 Sixpence None The Richer
Special Olympics 2,000-3,000 String Cheese Incident
St. Patty's Day (The Blarney Stone) 2,000-3,000 Styxx
The Blarney Stone 2,000-3,000 Ted Nugent
The Car Stereo Store Liquidation sale 2,000-5,000 Tesla
The Wild Duck Brewery 500-2,000 The Beach Boys
Torgerson Monster Truck Races 2,000-3,000 Too Short
U. of O. Book Store / Duck Shop 20,000-25,000 Tracy Byrd
U. of O. Hayward field 2,000-3,000 Wynona Judd
U.O. & O.S.U. Greek Systems 1,500-2,000 Keith Anderson
Umpqua Roundup 2,000-5,000 Alice Cooper
Charley Pride
Newport
Chief of Police
O.L.C.C
BACK
Douglas County
Fairgrounds
Lane County
Fairgrounds
Douglas County
News Review
U.O. Athletics
Duck Football
DEMI
"Eugene Celeb."
Eugene Hilton
Springfield Filbert Festival
U of O
Greek Life
Special Olympics
U.O. Hayward Field
Raymond Hopkins
4207 SE Woodstock Blvd #508
Portland OR, 97206
RaymondDeanHopkins@gmail.com
(503) 935-3091
* Liability of a server - Serving people who are already visibly intoxicated.
* Liability of a business owner - Businesses and organizations are responsible
for protecting their customers from injury and being "over served", while on their premises.
* Liability of a sponsor at a potentially dangerous event.
* Liability in cases of accusations of "excessive force" against staff.
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