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Cracking the Egg Crisis: Understanding Rising Prices, Supply Chain Solutions, and Strategies for Producers

Modern Restaurant Management

These challenges not only impact egg producers but also have significant ramifications for restaurants, retailers, and consumers alike. Regulatory Changes : Several states, including Colorado, California, and Massachusetts, have enacted laws mandating the production and sale of cage-free eggs.

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California Amends Franchise Law: What Restaurants Need to Know

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On January 1, 2023, Assembly Bill (“AB”) 676 went into effect, significantly amending the California Franchise Relations Act and Franchise Investment Law. These provisions will apply to franchise agreements entered into, amended or renewed on or after January 1, 2023.

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Utilizing Automation to Maximize Your Restaurant’s Labor Efficiency in 2023

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The labor shortage that began in 2020 has not slowed, with restaurants continuing to struggle to fill open positions and keep employees long-term. In addition, it takes a considerable amount of time for them to stay on top of new employment laws, to ensure their employee schedules are fully compliant with health and safety regulations.

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September/October 2020 and Elections Legal Update

Modern Restaurant Management

Nair, a partner at Ervin Cohen & Jessup LLP compiles recent legal news affecting the restaurant, food and beverage and hospitality industries for Modern Restaurant Management (MRM) magazine. Under California law, app-based gig workers would have been considered employees. Election Results. Litigation. Legislation.

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Bridging the Gap: Integrating Legal and Insurance Considerations into Restaurant Cybersecurity Response

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In today's digital landscape, restaurants have become prime targets for cybercriminals who take advantage of potential entry points from point-of-sale systems, online ordering platforms, customer databases, loyalty programs and third-party delivery services. In January 2023, Yum!

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JBF Study: Independent Restaurants Are Actively Evolving

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Independent restaurants are at a pivotal moment, as the industry confronts multiple challenges including inflation, cost volatility, and extreme weather and adapts to an increasingly complex operating environment, according to the findings of the The James Beard Foundation® (JBF) 2025 Independent Restaurant Industry Report.

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The Essential Handbook to Florida Restaurant Labor Laws

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Florida is a great place to operate restaurants thanks to its huge tourism draw and an influx of retirees with disposable income. But beyond minimum wage laws, there are other Florida-specific regulations—like overtime laws and child labor laws—that affect the restaurant and hospitality industry.