Trump administration sues cities to stop gas appliance bans
"Federal courts have been mixed on whether the bans run counter to a federal law that sets appliance efficiency standards, which the government argues preempts the bans."
A California law will change how you see menus beginning July 2026
"A new law that's due to come into effect this year is set to change how menus are presented across many California restaurants. The Allergen Disclosure for Dining Experiences Act (ADDE) will require food facilities to provide written notification if any of the nine major food allergens are to be found on a menu item, either directly in the description or through a digital format via a QR code.”
LA County's oldest restaurant, Saugus Cafe in Santa Clarita, closes doors after nearly 140 years
"After nearly 140 years in business, The Original Saugus Cafe in Santa Clarita is closing its doors for good, ending its tenure as Los Angeles County's longest-running restaurant.”
PARTNER CONTENT Filing your business income tax return: What to know for 2026
"You’re not imagining it — filing business taxes feels more complicated every year. In 2026, small businesses face more than routine paperwork as key provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) begin to expire. This guide covers what’s due when, what filing method makes sense for your business, and how to sidestep the most common mistakes."
ICYMI: U.S. Department of the Treasury Penny Production Cessation FAQs
"Following a request from the National Restaurant Association and other business organizations, the U.S. Treasury Department, on Dec. 23, released long-awaited FAQs for small business owners on handling cash transactions amid the penny shortage.”
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CRA PARTNER SPOTLIGHT DIRECTV for BUSINESS® Q&A from the CRA — a short read
Meet CRA's newest partner, DIRECTV for BUSINESS. They have joined the CRA to help operators drive traffic, increase customer spending, and grow their businesses through innovative entertainment technologies. DIRECTV for BUSINESS curates entertainment packages that create exciting experiences for restaurant customers. CRA members, enjoy 20% off DIRECTV packages.
LEGAL PARTNER CONTENT New "Workplace Know Your Rights" model notice published by Labor Commissioner
"The Labor Commissioner has published a model Workplace “Know Your Rights” Notice pursuant to Senate Bill 294 (SB 294), also known as the Workplace Know Your Rights Act. This Act introduces annual notice requirements and new rules related to employee arrests or detentions."
LEGAL PARTNER CONTENT California court limits website privacy claims: Key takeaways for website operators and business owners
“A new California court decision delivers welcome news for website operators and businesses caught in the surge of website privacy litigation. In the December 10 Rodriguez v. Ink America International Group LLC decision, an L.A. County state court pushed back on efforts to stretch the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) far beyond its original purpose.”
CRA Legal Center Webinar – PAGA Reform and the Restaurant Industry: Limiting Exposure Through Proactive Compliance Steps and New Early Resolution Opportunities
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