Restaurant

Husband Pursues Legal Battle Against Disney After Wife’s Fatal Allergic Reaction at Disney Springs Restaurant

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Orlando, Fla. — Following a tragic incident at Disney Springs where Dr. Kanokporn Tangsuan succumbed to a severe allergic reaction, her surviving spouse, Jeffrey J. Piccolo, initiated a wrongful death lawsuit against the entertainment conglomerate and the restaurant where the incident occurred. The legal battle, centered at the Raglan Road Irish Pub located within the Walt Disney World Resort, raises complex questions about consumer rights and corporate accountability in accidental death cases. Piccolo’s attorney, citing autopsy reports, asserts that Dr. Tangsuan’s death on October 5, 2023, was directly caused by her exposure to allergens at … Read more

San Mateo County Faces Growing Concerns Over Restaurant Waste Management, Grand Jury Finds

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San Mateo, CA – Local authorities are grappling with a problem that seems mundane yet has far-reaching implications for public health and urban sanitation: restaurant waste management. In San Mateo County, an investigation by a grand jury has highlighted a troubling trend where inadequate disposal practices in restaurants are contributing to environmental degradation and public nuisances such as odor and vermin proliferation. The grand jury report found that many eateries in the area lack proper waste containment and disposal systems. This oversight, often resulting from a combination of ignorance and negligence concerning adequate waste management … Read more

Downtown Los Angeles Restaurant Sparks Controversy with New ‘Security Charge’ on Diners’ Bills

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Los Angeles, California – A downtown restaurant in Los Angeles has instituted a “security charge” on its customers’ bills, sparking discussion about unexpected surcharges becoming more prevalent. Perch, a popular rooftop bar and restaurant near Pershing Square, includes an extra 4.5% fee on all checks to ensure the safety of its staff and guests, according to a Perch employee named Melody Lin. The restaurant’s website states that the charge remains with the establishment to cover safety and security resources. The attention to this fee was first drawn by a Reddit post from a user named … Read more

When Can a Restaurant Refuse Service? Understanding the Legalities and Boundaries

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HAWTHORNE, California – Ever wonder when a restaurant can refuse to serve someone? In a recent incident at a local coffee shop, a customer became disruptive and was eventually asked to leave by the manager. The question arises: what are the circumstances under which an establishment can refuse service? Under both federal and state law, it is illegal to discriminate against someone based on race, color, religion, citizenship, disability, sex or gender identification, sexual orientation, marital status, or medical or genetic information. Therefore, a restaurant must have a legitimate reason for refusing to serve someone. … Read more