Should McDonald's help solve the childhood obesity epidemic?

With its marketing prowess, the chain certainly has the ability to be a change agent. But does it need to?

Illinois salmonella outbreak impacts 80 victims, Subway apologizes

June 16, 2010

Subway is working to ensure its customers that the food in its restaurants is safe, even as the number of confirmed cases in a salmonella outbreak in Illinois…

Illinois salmonella outbreak impacts 80 victims, Subway apologizes

June 16, 2010

Subway is working to ensure its customers that the food in its restaurants is safe, even as the number of confirmed cases in a salmonella outbreak in Illinois…

Wendy's pulls kids' meal CD over adult lyrics

June 13, 2010

Wendy's has pulled one of four music CDs it has been offering in its kids meals. The four CDs were marked as safe for children age 3 and up, but the disco…

McDonald's praised for handling of Shrek glasses recall

June 10, 2010

Analysts say McDonald's has done a good job of handling the recall of its Shrek glasses, Time Magazine reports.   From the story: "The takeaway from all this…

Study finds insurance companies are major QSR investors

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April 15, 2010

The quick-service restaurant industry has been receiving a large share of the blame for the country's growing obesity epidemic. Recent studies have pointed out…

Congress approves fixes to health care bill

March 28, 2010

Congress passed the final bit of legislation regarding health care reform late last week, and President Obama is expected to sign the bill into law on Tuesday.

Legislative outlook: QSRs and health care reform

Operators are keeping close tabs on the controversial legislation.

Webinar: Restaurant Crisis Management: How to Protect Yourself During a Foodborne Illness Incident

Publicity of an actual or alleged foodborne illness outbreak can be devastating to your restaurant’s revenue and reputation. While you may be insured for…

Handwashing: A Crucial Way to Prevent Foodborne Illness in a Restaurant

A foodborne illness outbreak can severely damage a restaurant's reputation and profits, and leave the restaurant owner liable for lawsuits. Handwashing is a…

Four Steps for Protecting Pizza Delivery Services

Reckless drivers and dangerous customers can leave a restaurant owner feeling vulnerable. One accident by a delivery driver or a dangerous customer can leave…

Restaurant Insurance - How to choose the proper coverage and the right policy

Worker's compensation, umbrella insurance, property insurance...finding the right coverage can feel overwhelming. But not have adequate insurance could spell…

Protecting Delivery: Insurance for Restaurants that Deliver

Delivery insurance can be crucial to a restaurant that delivers. The cost of even one accident can quickly mount up. Learn what to consider when choosing the…