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Franchises Labor Law Violations Fast-Food Industry

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New York State Senate Bill Would Make Fast-Food Franchisors Jointly and Severally Liable for Certain Labor Law Violations

On April 8, 2025, the New York State Legislature took up Senate Bill S7289, which, if enacted, would amend the New York Labor Law (NYLL) by adding a new article 35-A, otherwise known as the “New York State Fast Food...more

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Hot Take(out): California Fast Food Franchises Could Face Increased Liability

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It’s been a busy spring at the California state capitol.  Among the few thousand bills being considered by California’s legislature this year, AB 1228 stands out.  The bill would essentially create joint liability for...more

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NYC Council Considers Legislation to End At-Will Employment in the Fast Food Industry

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The New York City Council has proposed additional legislation that would have a major impact on businesses falling within the broad definition of “fast food establishments” and has scheduled a hearing on the bills for...more

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McDonald’s & The NLRB to Settle a Nearly Four-Year Battle Involving Joint-Employer Status

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On March 19, 2018, McDonald’s reached a proposed settlement with the National Labor Relations Board (the “Board”) to resolve the outstanding litigation concerning alleged labor law violations by McDonald’s franchisees. ...more

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