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consumer-rights2 years ago•2 min saved

Outrage over restaurants' controversial service charges for parties of 1 or more

A Vietnamese restaurant in California is facing backlash after a customer was charged an 18% gratuity fee for dining alone, as per the restaurant's policy for "parties of one or larger." The incident gained attention when a photo of the receipt was posted on Reddit, sparking outrage among users. Many expressed their refusal to pay such an excessive fee, while others vowed to boycott the restaurant altogether. This controversy comes as inflation continues to rise, adding to the financial burden faced by consumers.

via Fox Business|

#consumer-rights #inflation #outrage

labor-and-employment2 years ago•3 min saved

Chicago's Tipped Workers Fight for Fair Wages

A restaurant server in Chicago opposes Mayor Brandon Johnson's proposal to eliminate the subminimum wage for tipped workers, arguing that the current tipping system allows servers to thrive financially. The server points to the negative impact of a similar policy change in Washington, D.C., where many restaurants have replaced tipping with a service charge, resulting in reduced take-home pay for servers and potential closures of establishments. The server urges policymakers to consider the perspectives of tipped workers and engage in a meaningful conversation before implementing changes that may harm their livelihoods.

via Chicago Sun-Times|

#labor-and-employment #mayor-brandon-johnson #minimum-wage