
California SB 1524 Exempts Restaurants from False Advertising Law
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 1524 into law, exempting restaurants from the False Advertising Law and requiring full, upfront disclosure of service fees and gratuities.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 1524 into law, exempting restaurants from the False Advertising Law and requiring full, upfront disclosure of service fees and gratuities.

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Franchise attorney Tom O'Connell discussed the importance of following advertising laws to protect franchisors and franchisees.
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