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Meal Delivery Service’s Mandatory Arbitration Clause for Couriers Unconscionable "The plaintiff courier (the “Plaintiff”) brought an action against SkipTheDishes Restaurant Services Inc. (“Skip”), seeking a declaration that she was an employee of Skip and not an independent contractor, that Skip had breached the terms of applicable employment standards legislation, and for damages." https://ow.ly/mNTf50QzmCU Sometimes getting to “DONE” is as simple as coffee & conversation. How about we have a chat… #groupbenefits #employeebenefits #consulting #leadership #communication #culture #compensation #wellness #employeeengagement #cgib Humans serving Humans

I'm a bit confused by tipping waiting staff in the UK. I thought the 'service charge' (when charged) had superceded the requirements for tips. Otherwise, one is tipping twice. Of course, it's fine to tip if service was above and beyond, as one is then topping up (ie on top of the base charge). With the new law: 1) will staff receive all of the service charge as well as tips? 2) a business can be fined if it withholds tips from staff... and must pay staff by the end of the following month. So if it is not given out at the end of the shift, how do staff know if the business is holding some back. Proving that a restaurant owner is keeping some of the tips would surely be impossible...? I don't run a restaurant (though I worked in some in my younger years), but I'm curious as to how this does/will work. https://lnkd.in/eDnuU433

Restaurant Owners: Employee or contractor? Error: Mixing up employees with independent contractors, or failing to classify exempt/non-exempt employees correctly. Solution: Assess positions in detail and make sure that each worker is correctly classified to avoid severe penalties. There is no harm in consulting with an employment lawyer if you are unsure. #restaurant #restaurantowners

For a tough class of business, Arrowhead is able to offer a solution for restaurant’s workers compensation needs. Connect with Michele Mayer for more information and how to get access to this great product though Arrowhead Programs. #GrowWithUs #ThatsArrowhead #SpearheadingInnovation

📢 From October 1st 2024, UK restaurants will need to comply with the new tipping laws mandating all tips go directly to staff, ensuring fair and transparent distribution. Why is this happening? This law aims to promote fairness and transparency in tipping practices, benefiting hospitality workers and customers alike. By making tipping practices more transparent, the law seeks to foster trust and clarity in the hospitality industry. 🤝 However, compliance comes at a cost. Many businesses could face annual costs between £12,000 and £360,000 to meet these new requirements. With only 28% of operators currently compliant, the financial strain is a significant concern for many. Preparing now is essential to avoid financial strain and ensure smooth operations. Implementing a standardized tipping system can help manage these costs, ensure compliance, and promote fair tipping practices. 📈 📖 Read the full article in the comment to know more about this! #UKRestaurants #TippingLaws #HospitalityIndustry

I just learned that 85% of workman's compensation claims in the restaurant industry are due to slips, trips, and falls. How do we solve this costly problem? By implementing targeted training programs, we can reduce accidents and injuries. Schedule a call for more info! https://lnkd.in/e7dPvpb5 #SafetyFirst #EmployeeTraining

Ever wondered what happens to the service charge added to your restaurant bill or the coins you put in the tip jar at your local cafe? How much actually reaches the people who served you or cooked your food? Currently this is up to the business how this money is distributed, but that’s all due to change from 1 October 2024 with new legislation on tipping coming into force. A few key points: * In addition to a policy about treatment of tips, businesses need to create further documentation to keep records of tips distributed. * You need to include zero hours and agency workers. * Fair distribution doesn’t necessarily mean treating all employees the same. You can differentiate by role, length of service, seniority etc. Take care to ensure your reasons are non-discriminatory. * This doesn’t just apply to the hospitality sector. Think about hairdressers, taxi drivers and more. For more information, please see the following article on our website: https://lnkd.in/epFb7JQr Tag a business who you think needs to know about this! As always, please get in touch for further guidance on [email protected] #tipping #UKEmpLaw #HumanResources #hospitality #legislation #Real5

New employee class codes will take into effect on Sunday, September 1, 2024 for new #workerscomp policies for #foodandbeverageoperators in #California. The code 9079 will be reassigned to 6 new codes, allowing for more detailed analysis of payroll, claims, injury and risk management. Read this article to learn more. #WCIRB #workerscompensation #restaurantsandbars

In the latest edition of "Ask the Restaurant Legal Professionals" my hospitality law partner, Courtney Leyes, and I address #automaticdeductions for #mealbreaks and the impact on your #QSR. If your business uses (or is thinking about using ) automatic meal break deductions check out our article for tips on how to mitigate your legal risks. #wagelaw #FLSA #offtheclockhours #training #timerecords

The Minister of Employment and Labour has extended a collective agreement to bind non-parties across the restaurant industry in terms of section 32 of the LRA. The collective agreement was concluded in the Bargaining Council for the Restaurant, Catering and Allied trades. New wage prescriptions to take effect on 01 June 2024. Stay ahead of the curve and ensure compliance by reaching out to us for more details on how this extension affects your restaurant. ☎️ 021 207 6047 📩 [email protected] 🌎 https://lnkd.in/d5vB8Qph #employmentlaw #compliance #hospitality #reataurants #industrialrelations #labourrelations #labourlaw #CommittedToExcellence #vanbiljon