government

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.

Workforce

Senate hands restaurants a big victory on labor front

By Peter Romeo on Nov. 09, 2017

A new general counsel for the NLRB was confirmed yesterday. Peter Robb is seen as much more balanced on labor issues than his predecessor, Robert Griffin.

Leadership