District of Columbia Attorney General Brian L. Schwalb has issued a detailed business advisory outlining the legal obligations of restaurants when it comes to paying employees, managing tips, offering paid leave, and maintaining proper records.

The advisory is directed at ensuring the rights of restaurant workers are fully protected under D.C. law.

Schwalb said the restaurant industry plays a critical role in the city’s economy and culture, and that those working in it must be treated fairly.

“The District is home to a vibrant, diverse restaurant industry, and because restaurant workers play such a critical role supporting our local culture and economy, D.C. laws appropriately protect their rights,” the attorney general said. “This guidance advances my Office’s commitment to ensuring th

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