Advocacy
What’s on the Nov. 5 Ballot: 5 Key Constitutional Amendments
Latest News What’s on the Nov. 5 Ballot: 5 Key Constitutional Amendments Oct 30, 2024 Voters in Louisiana will be considering five proposed amendments to the state Constitution in this fall’s election, split between the Nov. 5 and Dec. 7 ballots. These proposals address topics including coastal restoration funding, legislative procedures for budget approval, judicial…
Read MoreUnderstanding Workers’ Compensation: A Necessary Component of Business in Louisiana
Latest News Understanding Workers’ Compensation: A Necessary Component of Business in Louisiana Oct 30, 2024 In Louisiana, the law mandates that most employers provide Workers’ Compensation insurance for their employees. This requirement extends to all workers, regardless of their employment status—whether full-time, part-time, seasonal, or even minors. While there are some exceptions, such as domestic…
Read MoreGet Ready for Renewal: Benefits of the LRA Workers Comp Program
Latest News Get Ready for Renewal: Benefits of the LRA Workers Comp Program Oct 23, 2024 For 42 years, the LRA Workers’ Comp program has served as the best option for Louisiana’s restaurant and hospitality industry. The renewal process begins in December with the arrival of the renewal packets. For those who have yet to…
Read MoreFTC Cracks Down on Misleading ‘Local’ Seafood Claims at Restaurants
Latest News FTC Cracks Down on Misleading ‘Local’ Seafood Claims at Restaurants Oct 8, 2024 Recently, ten seafood restaurants received warning letters from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over misleading advertising practices. These warnings focused on restaurants falsely promoting their seafood as “wild-caught” or “American-sourced” when, in reality, it was farm-raised and imported from foreign…
Read MoreNew Analysis Explains Challenges of Higher Costs, Menu Price Increases
Latest News New Analysis Explains Challenges of Higher Costs, Menu Price Increases Oct 4, 2024 Restaurants across the U.S. are grappling with rising food and labor costs, and Louisiana operators are facing even greater pressure due to skyrocketing insurance premiums. According to the National Restaurant Association, food costs have surged 29% over the past four…
Read MoreILA Strike Ends with Tentative Agreement, Ports Set to Reopen
Latest News ILA Strike Ends with Tentative Agreement, Ports Set to Reopen Oct 4, 2024 The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) strike has come to an end following a tentative agreement between the union and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX). The strike, which disrupted ports along the East Coast and Gulf Coast, will now see…
Read MoreSupporting Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts: How You Can Help
Latest News Supporting Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts: How You Can Help Oct 1, 2024 The devastation caused by Hurricane Helene has left many communities in the Gulf Coast of Florida and extending through Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Virginia in urgent need of assistance. While our area was impacted by the storm, the damage…
Read MoreLongshoremen’s Strike in Effect: What it Means for Restaurants
Latest News Longshoremen’s Strike in Effect: What it Means for Restaurants Oct 1, 2024 As of midnight on October 1, the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) strike is officially in effect, halting operations at key East Coast and Gulf ports. This strike is anticipated to cause significant disruptions in the restaurant supply chain, especially for products…
Read MoreBusiness Recovery Resources Following Hurricane Francine
Latest News Business Recovery Resources Following Hurricane Francine Sep 11, 2024 In the wake of Hurricane Francine, the Louisiana Restaurant Association Advocacy Team has compiled essential numbers and websites to assist you in the recovery process. We understand the complexities involved in gathering critical information during such challenging times, and we are here to help…
Read MoreLouisiana Insurance Commissioner: Be Insurance Ready as TS Francine Approaches
Latest News Louisiana Insurance Commissioner: Be Insurance Ready as TS Francine Approaches Sep 10, 2024 Commissioner Tim Temple is urging Louisiana residents to prepare for impacts from Tropical Storm Francine, which is expected to strengthen into a hurricane and make landfall in Louisiana later this week. Francine is currently projected to bring significant to life-threatening…
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