Labor
California’s Upcoming Fast-Food Ballot Measure, Explained
Eater 3/21
When Ingrid Vilorio tested positive for COVID-19 in March 2021, she wasn’t worried about her symptoms or even ending up in the hospital. She was worried she wouldn’t be able to make rent.
Arbitration clauses fail, Grubhub and others will face class action in court
Legal Newsline 3/21
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) – A federal judge is refusing to send a proposed class action lawsuit against Grubhub, Uber and Postmates to arbitration.
Food Industry Policy
The FDA food code for 2023 and it’s significance for businesses
Food Safety News 3/22
The FDA introduced a revised Food Code featuring a number of essential changes at the end of last year.
New Comprehensive Paid Leave Program Proposed by White House Budget
NRA 3/21
On March 9, the White House announced President Biden’s budget proposal for fiscal year (FY) 2024.
On the Side
The next hot fast food menu item? Electric car charging
Axios 3/22
Several major fast food and convenience store chains have recently announced a big push into electric vehicle (EV) charging, a trend that could accelerate efforts to expand the country’s embryonic charging infrastructure.
Farmer Boys Recharges and Aims for Expansion
QSR 3/21
Last year was a reset for Farmer Boys, says John Lucas, vice president of franchise development. The roughly 100-unit chain needed a recharge.
