Lexington, KY — Lexington Kentucky business owner Andrew Cooperrider was granted a major victory today when the Fayette County Circuit court dismissed a civil case against him and his establishment Brewed.
This happened after Cooperrider found himself at a crossroads on November 24 when Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear ordered a complete shutdown of indoor dining.
Cooperrider, who had faced similar restrictions before, felt that his businesses could not shoulder another reduction in business and made the decision to stay open.
In doing so, Cooperrider became somewhat of a local folk hero to many small business owners who felt the burden of the Governor’s prolonged executive orders and the arbitrariness for which they were targeted.
In fact, one of the first things Cooperrider did was take to social media where he pointed out that while he couldn’t sell a cup of coffee indoors, he was allowed to sit indoors for hours on end playing slot machines or, if so inclined, get a lap dance.
These videos pointed out the hypocrisy of a Governor who has developed a reputation for protecting his political donors and allies’ businesses.
While the civil case’s dismissal is a major win for Brewed and Cooperrider, the fight is still far from over.
According to Cooperrider’s lawyer, Chris Wiest, the business has successfully defended its food license in the last few weeks after a back and forth legal struggle. However, its liquor license and the costs associated with it are still up in the air.
Even worse, multiple sources have reported that Brewed has caught the ire of Governor Beshear. The Democrat governor is directing significant government resources at the business owner who is making a mockery of his orders.
This story continues to develop, so check back for updates in the coming weeks.
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Good for Cooperrider. More business owners need to do this. Band together and maybe get class action suits going.