Chicago Passes Fair Workweek Legislation
Get the details on the “Fair Workweek” legislation that has been approved in Chicago.
What to Know About Predictive Scheduling AKA “Fair Workweek” Laws
This article gives a thorough overview of the ‘Fair Workweek Initiative’ and why predictable scheduling matters. It also details how employees, managers, and employers are affected by Fair Workweek Legislations
Assessing the Impact of Fair Workweek Legislation on Franchisees
In today’s business climate, franchisees are under increasing pressure to meet the demands of an ever-changing workforce and to comply with strict legislation that calls for more scheduling reliability for its workers.
While these laws are generally viewed as a win for workers rights, the complexity of putting these laws into practice for employers is often overlooked.
NYC Fair Workweek Update: Mandatory Poster & Time Off for Personal Events
New York’s Fair Workweek Law was updated to give employees two temporary schedule changes for personal events. This affects all retail businesses and fast food franchises in NYC that were governed by NYC’s predictable scheduling law.
How the Agreement to End ‘No-Poach’ Laws Affects Franchisees
On July 12th, 2018, seven major restaurant chains including McDonald’s, Arby’s, Auntie Anne’s, and Carl’s Jr., reached an agreement with the state of Washington, pledging to do away with so-called “no-poach” hiring policies at the national level. The policy held by fast food chains could deter employees from moving to new locations in the same franchise.
New York City Fair Workweek Laws: What to Know
New York City’s Fair Workweek Laws are now in effect. Here’s a free guide to understanding how they affect fast food and retail businesses.
Guide to Oregon Fair Workweek Laws
Oregon’s Fair Work Week Act is now in action. Fines, payments, good faith estimates, scheduling, and more are covered in this blog post and in our free downloadable guide.