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Compliance Update: The Consumer Review Fairness Act
Posted In: Legal + Regulatory, Restaurant Operations,
Date posted Mar 30

By Joseph Sullivan, Partner at Taylor English Duma LLPFrustrated by the increasing number of reservations for large groups not being honored, a...

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Should You Use Social Media Sources to Hire Your Next Employee?
Posted In: Human Resources,
Date posted Mar 26

By Sandra Christopher, National Sales Representative/Account Manager at B&B Reporting Inc.Social Media is defined as “forms of electronic...

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How to Value a Restaurant — Part Math, Part Craft
Posted In: Closing a Restaurant, Finance, Restaurant Operations,
Date posted Mar 15

By Carrie Zhou and Jessica Hussain at AprioHow involved is the restaurant owner? How long has the business been in operation? What’s trending...

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Negotiating a Restaurant Lease: What You Need to Know
Posted In: Legal + Regulatory, Real Estate,
Date posted Mar 5

By Jonathan Page, Esq., Managing Attorney at InPrime LegalIntroductionRestaurant leases typically consist of dozens of pages. Reading them is not...

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Does Background Screening Really Help You and Your Restaurant?
Posted In: Human Resources,
Date posted Feb 19

By Sandra Christopher, National Sales Representative/Account Manager at B&B Reporting Inc. Short answer is… absolutely! Background...

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Top picks for your restaurant's romantic Valentine's Day menu
Posted In: Marketing + PR, Menu,
Date posted Feb 8

By BoelterCue the candles, soft music and luscious floral arrangements: Valentine's Day is on its way. Many couples view this romantic day as...

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The Value of Monitoring a Restaurant Brand’s Online Presence
Posted In: Marketing + PR,
Date posted Feb 7

By Jay Bandy, President at Goliath Consulting GroupIt is vital for restaurants to manage and monitor their reputation online for obvious reasons. If...

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Business Interruption Best Practices
Posted In: Finance, Restaurant Operations,
Date posted Sep 19

By Cory Bennett and Michael Dukes, Partners at Bennett Thrasher LLP​As Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma have stormed through Texas and the...

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Website Accessibility Lawsuits under Americans with Disabilities Act on the Rise
Posted In: ADA,
Date posted Jul 27

By Jackson LewisFor years, lawsuits under Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act concerning places of public accommodation were confined...

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Three Ways to Reward and Encourage Key Employees
Posted In: Human Resources, Restaurant Operations,
Date posted May 18

By Jessica Hussain, Tax Senior Manager at AprioIn an industry notorious for turnover, motivating and retaining key employees can be a huge...

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Surviving the Inspection: How to Protect Your Georgia Alcohol Licenses
Posted In: Alcohol, Legal + Regulatory,
Date posted Apr 6

By Michele Stumpe, Partner at Taylor English Duma and Tiffanie Pittington, Senior Licensing and Permits Specialist at Taylor English DumaSurviving...

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Four Things to Know about Offering Gift Cards
Posted In: Finance, Marketing + PR, Restaurant Operations,
Date posted Mar 14

By Jill Nyboer, Tax Manager at AprioGift card sales are increasing with each year and with good reason. They are an excellent source of income for...

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