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News | 10.20.15

CLIENT ALERT: No More Tipping? – Potential Changes in Compensation Practices for the U.S. Hospitality Industry

October 20, 2015 – The continuing development of the New York State Department of Labor's hospitality industry regulations and the constant threat of litigation, have created significant uncertainty for employers. As a result, some employers in the restaurant industry have recently considered adopting a no tipping policy. With key changes for New York employers starting on December 31, 2015, employers should revisit their wage and hour practices to ensure that new regulations are implemented. The attached Client Alert examines New York's key changes for employers in the hospitality industry.

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