Several posters seem to blame Taylor's for Mr. Heard's behavior.  I think that's a bit silly.  Mr. Heard is responsible for his own actions and, it seems, is being held accountable for them, as he should.  He's over 21 and can legally buy alcohol in the bar of his choosing.  Nothing in the story suggests he was served while intoxicated...which might have spread some liability to the bar.  

We're at a place in our culture's development where women are "damn sick and tired" of being physically abused by men and are holding them legally accountable for such attacks.  IMO, it's certainly time.  

To be sure, the widespread use of alcohol by U of O students contributes to many of the incidents of both physical and sexual assault.....this is hardly 'breaking news."  May I suggest blaming Taylor's or any other bar or tavern won't solve this problem.