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Beyond the evolving regulatory landscape and the overwhelming amount of data sources throughout their complex value chains, quick-serves are also contending with considerable legacy technology roadblocks.

California’s $20 Fast-Food Wage Takes Effect

Regardless of the state law, you should clearly communicate the new terms of employment before they take effect.

Ask the Restaurant Legal Professionals: How Do We Prepare for DOL’s New Overtime Rule?

Sometimes, the signs of union organizing are obvious.

How Restaurants Can Prevent Unionization with Transparency

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Federal Judge Blocks Expanded Joint Employer Rule

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Starbucks and Union Organization Reach Milestone Agreement

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FAT Brands Chairman Andy Wiederhorn May Face Charges from the SEC

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17-Unit Popeyes Franchisee Declares Bankruptcy

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Boston Market Owner Files Personal Bankruptcy for Second Time

The best practice for preventing liability this February is through preventative measures that start with a company “anti-harassment” policy.

Ask the Restaurant Legal Professionals: Dealing with Workplace Romance

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California’s New Fast-Food Wage Law to Bring Major Impact Industrywide

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Starbucks Sees Sluggish Traffic in Wake of Israel and Palestine Boycotts

California Wage Hike Brings Fast-Food Industry to Crossroads

2024 is bound to see some dramatic changes in the legal scene for brands across the country.

5 Legal Trends to Watch in the Restaurant Industry

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House Votes to Block Expanded Joint Employer Rule

The New Jersey Department of Labor ordered Boston Market to pay more than $2.5 million in penalties and damages.

Amid Financial Troubles, Boston Market Launches New Program to Attract Operating Partners

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Two Pizza Hut Operators will Eliminate In-House Delivery Due to California’s New Fast-Food Law

An employee handbook is only as good as your implementation of the policies and training your employees on those same policies.

Ask the Restaurant Legal Professionals: How to Be Less Stressed Going Into 2024

Chick-fil-A boasts the highest average-unit volume in this year's QSR 50.

Would NY Bill Require Select Chick-fil-As to Open on Sundays?

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Boston Market Owner Jay Pandya Files Personal Bankruptcy

2024 is bound to see some dramatic changes in the legal scene for brands across the country.

Ask the Restaurant Legal Professionals: What to Know When Hiring Seasonal Workers

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Federal Government Delays Start of New Joint Employer Rule

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61-Unit Wendy’s Franchisee Declares Bankruptcy

AI-driven security systems will offer improved protection against theft and fraud as businesses continue to collect and house massive amounts of personal data.

Expanded Joint-Employer Rule Could ‘Upend’ Franchise World

An employee handbook is only as good as your implementation of the policies and training your employees on those same policies.

Ask the Restaurant Legal Professionals: Are You Ready to Pay $20 Wages in California?

There are certain provisions that the franchisee should negotiate in the assignment/subletting section of its lease that are unique to a franchise.

Why You Should Negotiate a Lease’s Assignment and Subletting Clause

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Restaurant Groups Sue Federal Government Over New Joint Employer Rule

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Clover Food Lab Declares Bankruptcy

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New Federal Policy to Hold Franchisors More Liable for Labor Violations

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