In Tomaydo-Tomahhdo LLC et al. v. Vozary et al., an Ohio restaurateur appealed to the Sixth Circuit arguing that her recipes deserve copyright protect...
Rastafarians have a religious right to have long dreadlocks or wear caps at work
The EEOC filed yet another suit in federal court claiming that termination or refusing to hire Rastafarians with dreadlocks or long hair violated fed...
Are Drive Through Windows and Self-Serve Soda Machines Discriminatory?
If you have a drive through window, you should implement a method to be used by blind and deaf patrons to order at your drive through window if you wa...
Sensory Tasting-Learning in a glass
Producing craft beverages is an art. Brew masters, cider masters, wine makers and distillers can modify the production process conditions and add ingr...
Wake Up to Untapped Revenue Streams
In the fast food industry where profits have been declining for several years, breakfast has been in a growth mode. You can’t escape the advertising...
How much is that cocktail?
How much is that cocktail? TGI Friday’s was sued in a class action case for not having drink prices on its menu. The case was dismissed on technical...
Chipotle Mexican Grill disregards employee’s rights
Chipotle Mexican Grill disregards employee’s rights The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that Chipotle Mexican Grill’s so...
How do I know if I should apply for a tavern or restaurant license?
How do I know if I should apply for a tavern or restaurant license? The same application is filed for both tavern and restaurant licenses. Selecting t...
One size doesn’t fit all when it comes to contracts
Many employers download “standard” employment agreements from internet resources to use in their employee on-boarding process. In fact, some pay...
Including Kitchen Workers in tipping pools
The courts in part of the country (9th Circuit covering California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Nevada and Arizona) are supporting the US Depa...