Foodborne illnesses: An overview of hospitality operations liability

Abstract

The purpose of this article is to provide restaurateurs and hoteliers with information they need to be aware to avoid liability due to food safety outbreaks, steps that can be taken to reduce liability, and to substantiate that how foodborne illnesses can greatly impact the hospitality industry. A number of strategies, which assist hospitality business to minimize legal responsibility caused by foodborne illnesses, are provided.