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One Big Beautiful Bill Act – Key Tax Provisions

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (“OBBB”) was signed into law on July 4th, 2025, ushering in sweeping changes to the U.S. federal tax landscape. The OBBB permanently extends and expands many provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (“TCJA”), and introd...

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One Big Beautiful Bill Act – Key Tax Provisions

ADA Defense Lawyer: a Big Win against Abusive ADA Lawsuits. Recovering Attorney’s Fees in ADA and Unruh Act Cases

For small business owners, facing an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) lawsuit can feel like an uphill battle. These lawsuits often allege accessibility violations, and the costs of litigation can be daunting, even for businesses striving to com...

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Partner, Chairman, Global Hospitality Group®

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Dutch consumer groups prepare legal action against Booking.com, alleging inflated hotel prices

Two Dutch consumer groups said on Wednesday they are seeking affected customers for a legal claim against Booking.com (BKNG.O), opens new tab, one of the world’s largest online travel agencies, over what they described as inflated hotel prices since...

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Dutch consumer groups prepare legal action against Booking.com, alleging inflated hotel prices

Unifocus Earns ISO 27001 Certification to Accelerate Client Confidence and Growth

Unifocus today announced it has achieved ISO 27001 certification, underscoring a strategic commitment to empower hoteliers with a secure foundation for expansion and innovation.

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Understanding the Owner’s Perspective in Hotel Management Contract Negotiations

For many hotel owners, entering into a hotel management agreement (HMA) is one of the most consequential decisions they will make. While these contracts define the operational relationship between the owner and the operator, their long-term financia...

Stephen Rushmore

Stephen Rushmore

Creator of the Hotel Valuation Methodology and Founder of HVS

Hotel Valuation Software

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What Website Accessibility Overlays Don’t Protect You From

What Website Accessibility Overlays Don’t Protect You From

If you’re in the hospitality industry, chances are you’ve invested in tools or vendors promising to make your website “ADA compliant.” Maybe you’ve added overlays, run automated scans, or even rebuilt your site with accessibility in mind. You did ev...

Thomas McDermott

Thomas McDermott

CMO at Tambourine

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Digital Marketing

What Website Accessibility Overlays Don’t Protect You From

AHLA Statement on the U.S. House-Passed Reconciliation Package

AHLA Statement on the U.S. House-Passed Reconciliation Package

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the leading voice representing all segments of the hotel industry, today issued the following statement from AHLA President & CEO Rosanna Maietta following the inclusion of key tax provisions critical...

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American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA)

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AHLA Statement on the U.S. House-Passed Reconciliation Package

FTC Junk Fee Rule is effective May 12, 2025

After many years of study and proposals, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has finally adopted its Rule on Unfair or Deceptive Fees, or junk fees, which takes effect on May 12, 2025.

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Partner, Chairman, Global Hospitality Group®

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UrVenue Champions Transparent Pricing Ahead of FTC Rule

As the hospitality and live-event industries prepare for the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) new Junk Fees Rule, set to take effect on May 12, 2025, UrVenue is taking proactive steps to ensure our clients not only comply with the new regulation but...

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Do Hotel Management Agreements Now Include Too Many Guarantees?

In addition to traditional key money, or those offered in “reverse” management contracts, guarantees are becoming increasingly common in hotel management agreements (HMAs). But are they all beneficial? And if so, how should they be negotiated?

Christopher Boinet

Christopher Boinet

Lawyer at the Paris Bar and Partner at In Extenso Avocats

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