government

House members renew 'patent troll' bill

Feb. 09, 2015

The measure would protect restaurants and other businesses from parties who buy up patents expressly for the purpose of suing alleged violators of usage rights.

Oregon sets model for restaurant scheduling restrictions

By Peter Romeo on Aug. 09, 2017

A bill signed into law yesterday by the governor will penalize restaurants for making last-minute shift changes. It's widely seen as a model for other states.

Operations

White House official raises hopes of a permanent joint employer fix

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 02, 2018

Former restaurateur and Office of Management and Budget Director Mick Mulvaney showed sympathy for franchising's plight if an expanded definition of the concept should stand. He promised to have the White House take a look.

Cuomo's plan to raise minimum wage wins support of 84 religious leaders

Mar. 23, 2015

Congregations of 84 prominent clergymen will be urged to support a hike to $11.50 an hour.

Financing

6 ways restaurants could benefit from Trump’s tax plan

By Peter Romeo on Sep. 28, 2017

Although economists are still assessing the implications of the proposal, certain provisions are clear wins for restaurants.

Leadership

Now being sued: Donald Trump, restaurateur

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 29, 2018

A federal judge has cleared the way for the president to be sued for alleged undue advantages in his restaurant and banquet operations.

Senate fails to override NLRB’s ‘quickie election’ rule

By Peter Romeo on May 06, 2015

No vote will be taken, now or in the future. Meanwhile, 141 labor groups have reportedly filed for an expedited union vote.

Operations

Is a service charge right for your restaurant?

By Peter Romeo on Oct. 26, 2017

Here are the questions converts and others close to the situation suggest restaurateurs ask themselves before deciding if a labor surcharge is right for their operation.

Workforce

Houlihan's franchisee pays $5M to resolve tip-pooling, overtime charges

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 13, 2018

The consent agreement settles a three-year action brought by the Department of Labor.

No. 3 distributor says Sysco-US Foods merger would be favorable

May 08, 2015

A Performance Food Group executive testified that the competitive stature of his company would be enhanced by the combined companies’ sale of 11 distribution centers.

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