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Texas' new law spells trouble for restaurants. But mum's the word

 By Peter Romeo on Dec. 20, 2023

Reality Check: The industry can't publicly condemn Abbott's anti-immigrant measure without looking like a chronic lawbreaker.

Workforce

On-the-job restaurant deaths rose 22% in 2022, government data show

 By Peter Romeo on Dec. 19, 2023

Nearly a quarter of the year's 524 workplace homicide victims were serving customers or tending a retail establishment, the figures indicate.

Operations

New York lawmakers say roadside Chick-fil-A units should open on Sundays

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 18, 2023

A bill introduced last week would require all restaurants in state-run travel plazas to operate seven days a week. A Chick-fil-A is already in seven of them.

Workforce

What's next for Starbucks after the extraordinary week it's had? Here are some possibilities.

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 15, 2023

Working Lunch: The developments are unlikely to halt the fault-finding that's erupted. But at least one could foster more respect.

Workforce

Accused of misusing service-fee proceeds, a Seattle restaurant group agrees to pay $323,000

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 14, 2023

Proceeds from the surcharge were used for purposes other than the one patrons expected, according to city authorities.

Financing

National Restaurant Association takes aim at FTC's proposal to kill add-on fees

By Peter Romeo on Dec. 07, 2023

The association wants operators to speak out against a ban on service fees, which have become increasingly popular at restaurants.

Operations

White House calls falafel shop protest antisemitic and 'unjustifiable'

By Lisa Jennings on Dec. 05, 2023

As restaurants continue to be caught in the war-related political crossfire, the latest incident at Philadelphia's Goldie prompted a high-level response.

Workforce

DOJ wants stronger protections under the ADA for employees with alcohol issues

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 21, 2023

The department has filed a court action against a Minnesota town for requiring an employee to pay for proof of sobriety.

Financing

Arizona restaurateur looks for inflation relief in court

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 17, 2023

With big-name backing, Tucson operator Grant Krueger sues to prevent a farming change that's expected to drive up egg prices.

Workforce

Restaurant franchisors get more time to block the new 'joint employer' definition

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 17, 2023

The National Labor Relations Board has announced that it will hold off on enforcement of the controversial standard until Feb. 26.

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