Here’s everything you need to know About California’s proposed ban on black market restaurant reservations
Read about The CRA-backed bill, the California Restaurant Reservation Anti-Piracy Act. AB 1245 (D – Stefani) will ensure middlemen don’t rack up the cost for reservations so families can afford to visit their desired dining experience and restaurants are not hit with fake reservations.
Senate Bill 84 (R-Niello) now has two Democratic lawmakers as lead authors offering more opportunity to move through the legislature. The bill will allow small businesses the right to cure certain ADA violations within a timeframe before having to pay out.
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Restaurant spending offers clues to the economic outlook. What it says now
Although the next few months will be more telling, so far this year restaurant sales have declined in January and February according to credit and debit card data. Sales have improved for fast-casual and quick-service restaurants, while full-service restaurants have been down year over year.
Five years after COVID, the restaurant labor market has yet to recover
While the industry has always seen a flux of workers phasing out and in, the number of workers coming into the industry has shrunk since the pandemic. That has been especially true for workers with specialized knowledge and skills, like sommeliers or specialty chefs.
Front & Back of House Certification These programs are designed to provide restaurant employees with the skills, knowledge, and training needed to perform their job responsibilities.
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NEWS YOU NEED TO KNOW Big legislative updates impacting CA restaurants!
Sara breaks down the latest government affairs updates impacting California’s restaurant industry. After reviewing 2,355 new pieces of legislation, the CRA has identified key legislation that will affect the industry. Learn about SB 68 (menu allergen labeling), AB 1065 (swipe fee reform), and CRA-sponsored bills supporting outdoor dining and protecting restaurants from reservation piracy. Stay informed and find out how you can make a difference!
LEGAL PARTNER CONTENT Fundamentals of Personnel Files for Employers in California
Current and former employees have the right to examine their personnel files upon request within a legally specified timeframe. When an employment-related claim occurs, these individuals often seek a copy of their files. However, if the employer has not maintained these records properly, recreating them retroactively becomes impossible. For California employers, CRA Legal Center Partner Jackson Lewis offers valuable insights on managing personnel files.
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