*By Invitation Only

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Presented by Jackson Lewis P.C.

Speakers will address uniquely challenging ADA issues for restaurant employers on the federal, state, and local levels. For example, we will discuss best practices for accommodating service animals in the workplace, handling reduced-schedule requests, and addressing pregnancy-related limitations. We will highlight the latest EEOC guidance and caselaw in these areas.

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Presented by Steptoe & Johnson LLP

The panel will discuss legal issues and recent related claims surrounding chemicals used in food packaging at restaurants that resist grease, oil, water, and heat, also known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS for short. This presentation will include a discussion on what is working as far as defense strategies and what is the future of food contact claims in the United States.

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Presented by Jenner & Block LLP

As state and federal governments seemingly expand their reach with new laws and regulations, many in the restaurant industry may be wondering whether there are limits. Indeed, the U.S. Supreme Court and other courts have been wrestling recently with that same question. Gabriel Gillett will lead a discussion with industry leaders covering some of those recent cases, the scope of regulatory and legislative authority in various contexts, and opportunities for challenging government overreach. Among other things, the presenters will spotlight developments related to the major questions doctrine; interlocutory challenges to agency enforcement actions; the dormant commerce clause; and federal preemption of ordinances relating to the use of natural gas. They will also discuss potential challenges on the horizon—including related to California’s attempt to create a Fast Food Council, the SEC’s attempt to require disclosure of greenhouse gas emissions, and more.

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*Open to all Attendees

Enjoy drinks and light fare as you reconnect with industry friends and network with your peers

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*Open to all Attendees

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Presented by Fisher & Phillips LLP

California has long sent shock waves through the restaurant industry and monopolized legal departments’ litigation budgets. In the past few years, the issues facing restaurants have intensified with increased PAGA litigation and a hostile California Legislature’s targeting of restaurants.  This program will provide attendees with the latest updates regarding California’s Private Attorney General Act (PAGA), the FAST Act, and California’s IWC Wage Orders. 

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Presented by Epstein, Becker & Green P.C.

The panel will identify the wage and hour hotspots that restaurants should have on their radar right now, including the 80/20/30 tip credit, tip pools, off-the-clock work, and misclassification risks, and offer practical compliance considerations.

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Presented by Littler Mendelson P.C.

The panel will discuss recent labor and employment developments in New York City, New York state and beyond. The presentation will address recent New York City and New York state laws, including requirements to identify salary ranges on job applications and restrictions on the use of artificial intelligence tools in the hiring process. In addition, the panel will discuss NYC’s fair workweek laws and the spread of these “predictive scheduling” and “just cause” restrictions outside NYC as well as the status of the Restaurant Law Center’s challenge to portions of these NYC laws.

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*Open to all Attendees

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*Open to all Attendees

A creative leader and consumer-driven marketing and product expert, Denny Post specializes in food service business models and market entry strategies. She served as President and CEO at Red Robin, a chain of casual dining restaurants, and was the interim CEO of the Women’s FoodService Forum, an organization dedicated to advancing women leaders in the food industry.

She conceived, developed, and marketed best-selling products for a variety of restaurant enterprises including Pike Place Roast at Starbucks, Red’s Tavern Double and Finest Lines at Red Robin, Popcorn Chicken at KFC, and Chicken Fries at Burger King. Denny currently serves on four Boards of Directors: Travel + Leisure Co., Vital Farms, Bluestone Lane, and Libbey. In addition, she is Executive In Residence at GXG, and Senior Advisor for US Foodservice at plant-based The LiveKindly Collective.

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Presented by Sheppard, Mullin, Richter & Hampton LLP

Many food and beverage companies rely on third party suppliers (who may in turn rely on third party suppliers) for ingredients they include in products they market based on representations made by the suppliers. What happens if the ingredients turn out not to be as represented? And more importantly, what can you do to protect your restaurant from claims based on the attributes of externally sourced ingredients.  

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Presented by Greenberg Traurig LLP

The panel will discuss various growth contractual structures available to operators for brand expansion domestically and internationally.  Session will cover key legal and business considerations associated with the structures, in addition to real time market insight insights. 

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*Open to All Attendees

Share in some light hors d’oeuvres and libations before heading out to dinner for the evening.

All Attendees who registered with a Law Firm Partner promo code will receive e-communications from their respective law firm contacts regarding dinner details. For Attendees who registered without a promo code, the RLC will look for firms that have extra seats and are able to invite additional guests.

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*Open to all Attendees

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Presented by Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

This program will address emerging litigation and mass arbitrations involving consumer privacy, pricing and fees, marketing and promotions, labeling, and alleged consumer fraud.  The speakers will also address the increased coordination among the private plaintiffs’ bar and regulators, including state Attorneys General around pricing, fees, and privacy issues.  They will share practical tips on how to mitigate against the risk of significant threats and key defense strategies.

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*Open to all Attendees

Reserve your spot for some play (and available instruction) on the pickleball courts at the nearby Phoenician Resort! Roundtrip transportation provided.

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*Open to all Attendees

Take some time and enjoy the courses at McCormick Ranch Golf Club!