How much money is there in a coffee house tip jar? A trial is underway in San Diego to find out. The court will be asked to award damages to employees who allegedly were denied a fair share from the tip jar at Starbucks. The class action on behalf of an estimated 120,000 Starbucks baristas alleges that store managers or supervisors shared in the tip jar in violation of California law. The plaintiffs’ attorney is quoted as saying that the tip jar damages could be in the “tens of millions.”
Portland, Oregon’s October 2025 Employment & Labor Law Cases
October 2025 Labor Law Updates for Portland, Oregon This monthly roundup from HKM Employment Attorneys — Oregon team is designed for employees, HR professionals, and compliance leaders seeking timely insights into Oregon labor law and workplace rights. It covers court rulings, legislative changes, and agency actions in Oregon during October
November 26, 2025
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