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Opinion: California’s unique employee lawsuit law could be repealed if ballot measure passes

In 2003, just five days after California voters recalled then-Gov. Gray Davis, he signed landmark legislation making it easier for workers to sue their employers for violations of state labor law. Davis’ action, often speculated to be retribution for the business community’s support of his recall, ignited a political and legal struggle that will reach a climactic point in November when voters decide the fate of a ballot measure that would repeal the law.

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  • California Supreme Court rules trial courts lack authority to strike PAGA claims based on manageability by Jackson Lewis

  • California Supreme Court hold trial courts do not have authority to dismiss PAGA claims for manageability concerns by Zaller Law Group

California’s $20 fast food wage poses risk and reward, execs say at ICR

California's impending $20 fast food minimum wage is prompting restaurant brands, from QSRs to fine dining, to prepare for potential impacts on the labor market. Many are considering strategies such as raising menu prices, implementing operational changes, and investing in automation to cope with increased labor costs, while some larger brands with greater purchasing power may be better positioned to negotiate with suppliers and invest in technological solutions.

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National

SEE YOU THERE:
National Restaurant Association Public Affairs Conference Registration is Open!

The 2024 National Restaurant Association Public Affairs Conference is set for April 15th-18th and registration is now OPEN! Limited time Early-Bird discounts are available (must register before February 29th).

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Here's how those pandemic-era delivery cap lawsuits are shaking out

The state of Massachusetts and Grubhub have reached a settlement in the state attorney general’s 2021 lawsuit against the third-party delivery company for repeatedly violating the Massachusetts pandemic-era delivery fee caps.

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2023 California Restaurant Foundation Impact Report

2023 Impact Report - CA Restaurant Foundation

See key accomplishments from our nonprofit! Highlights include $3.5 million in grants to 537 independent restaurants, critical relief funding to 143 food and beverage workers, college scholarships to 57 students and job training to 14,000 teens. These programs work together to bolster our restaurant community.

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Replacing just one restaurant employee costs $5,864. Let us help you boost employee retention. Get the Guide.

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New State Law SB 476. Responsibilities have shifted. Get your employees certified with ServSafe Food Handler. Click here.

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CRA News

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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT:
GOTT'S is turning 25!

Congrats to long-time CRA member GOTT's. Join us in celebrating their 25th anniversary. They will showcase their favorite seasonal dishes, past and present, and all-new dishes created for their anniversary each month. Plus, I have heard they have amazing shakes! 

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UPCOMING CRA WEBINAR:
CRA Webinar with ServSafe and Fisher Phillips: Understanding how to comply with CA’s new Food Handler card law

Jan. 1 employers are responsible for anyone who stores, serves and prepares food to have a CA Food Handler card. Learn what this means for your business.

FEB. 07TH
9 AM - 9:45 AM

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FRESNO COUNTY:
2024 Best of the Valley Restaurant Awards

Posthumously Honoring
BOB SMITTCAMP
with the Lifetime Achievement Award

APR. 08TH
COCKTAIL HOUR BEGINS 5 PM

TABLE MOUNTAIN
CASINO RESORT

777 Jackpot Lane, Friant, CA 936261

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UPCOMING TRAINING + EXAMS:
ServSafe Food
Protection Manager

IN-PERSON:
Northern California

  • Jan. 29: San Francisco 
  • Feb. 5: Fremont
  • Feb. 29: Modesto

IN-PERSON:
Southern California

  • Jan. 29: San Diego (ENG)
  • Jan. 30: Long Beach
  • Feb. 12: San Diego/La Mesa (SP)

WEBINAR RECORDING:
Restaurants in North America: 2023 in review presented by Mastercard

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Event Calendar

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JAN 31

8:45 AM - 11:00 AM

San Diego Chapter Mini Seminar: HOG Cutting

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JAN 31

NOON - 2:00 PM

Sacramento Educational Seminar | How to Control Your Bottom Line

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FEB 01

8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

San Diego Chapter All Member Meeting - Feb. 2024 Economic Outlook

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FEB 06

5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

2024 Best of the Valley Nominee Mixer

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