Emma Ricaurte Harker is an associate in the Franchise and Distribution Group in the Austin office of Haynes and Boone, LLP. Emma’s practice focuses on domestic and international franchise transactions.
Prior to law school, Emma studied hotel and restaurant management and worked in luxury hotel operations in the U.S. and Hong Kong.
Memberships
- American Bar Association
- State Bar of Texas
- ABA Forum on Franchising
- Women's Foodservice Forum
Online Publications
07/07/2011 -
Restaurant Trade Groups Challenge Department of Labor’s New “Tip Credit” Rule
In April 2011, the Department of Labor (“DOL”) issued a final rule that could have a significant impact on employers that use a “tip credit” to satisfy their obligation to pay employees minimum wage. Although courts have generally required employers to notify employees of (but not explain) the tip credit, the new rule requires employers to provide very specific and detailed information regarding their use of the tip credit.