March 13, 2006
We're Back . . .
The blog has returned from its annual spring break hiatus -- refreshed and ready to bring you the latest in franchise law developments.
As reported in the Chicago Tribune, the Cracker Barrel restaurant chain has agreed to pay $2 million to settle a race and discrimination lawsuit brought by current and former employees of three Illinois restaurants. Fifty-one current and former employees of these Cracker Barrel restaurants will share in the settlement proceeds. Cracker Barrel also agreed to train workers at the relevant stores regarding harassment and to take other prophylactic measures.
Posted by franchiselawblog at March 13, 2006 11:26 AM