‘No breaks anywhere’ for San Diego-area restaurateurs — so many are opting to close up shop
San Diego restaurateurs are facing their toughest survival challenge since the Great Depression, grappling with minimum-wage hikes, escalating rents, and soaring food costs. “Somebody once said that we are more regulated than a nuclear power plant,” said Sarah Mattinson, San Diego chapter president of the California Restaurant Association. Lengthy inspections before opening, combined with ongoing reviews by cities and health departments, are especially difficult for new startups and struggling businesses.
The restaurant industry’s AI moment: Why 2026 is the year restaurant leaders must lean in — agents just arrived
AI has rapidly evolved from simple chatbots to autonomous digital agents that can analyze data, optimize operations, and drive innovation in the restaurant industry. This shift offers a unique opportunity for restaurant leaders to leapfrog competitors by harnessing AI's intelligence-as-a-service. Discover how embracing AI can help shape the future of dining.
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Grubhub agrees to pay $5 million lawsuit settlement over misleading customer fees
California customers who ordered from Grubhub or Seamless between 2019 and 2026 may get part of a $5 million settlement. Grubhub agreed to the payout after a lawsuit claimed it misled customers about fees and menu prices, violating consumer protection laws. Court approval is pending.
CRA LEGAL PARTNER CONTENT The FBI seized a CEO’s AI chats — And four more reasons California employers can’t ignore AI any longer
Zaller Law Group recently hosted a masterclass guiding California employers through the essential issues surrounding AI in the workplace. From new hiring regulations to federal court rulings and practical tools, the session highlighted five key takeaways every employer should consider as AI transforms business.
CRA LEGAL PARTNER CONTENT California’s ADMT Regulations: New compliance obligations and emerging enforcement risk
California’s new Automated Decision-Making Technology (ADMT) regulations, effective January 1, 2027, require businesses using AI or automated systems to provide expanded consumer disclosures, opt-out and appeal options, and regulatory risk assessments. These CPPA rules increase compliance obligations and operational requirements for companies using automated tools to make decisions about individuals.
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