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McDonald’s, Wendy’s sued over burger ads that exaggerated portion sizes
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McDonald’s, Wendy’s sued over burger ads that exaggerated portion sizes

A federal judge tossed burger-size claims against McDonald’s and Wendy’s, but the case spotlighted how menu photos can make a sandwich look 15% to 20% bigger.

Marcus Chen2m read
McDonald's worker stabbed in Virginia dispute as police investigate assault
Labor

McDonald's worker stabbed in Virginia dispute as police investigate assault

Two McDonald’s employees fought inside a Fredericksburg store, and one was stabbed in the shoulder before the suspect fled. The case exposes how fast crew conflict can turn into a safety crisis.

Derek Washington2m read
McDonald’s UK keeps hiring steady, launches 2,500 paid youth placements
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McDonald’s UK keeps hiring steady, launches 2,500 paid youth placements

Lauren Schultz is trying to prove McDonald’s can hire and train through rising costs, with 2,500 paid youth placements set to start in July.

Marcus Chen2m read
McDonald's faces softer demand, analysts trim sales forecast before earnings report
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McDonald's faces softer demand, analysts trim sales forecast before earnings report

Analysts cut McDonald’s sales outlook after March demand softened, a warning that could mean more value deals, tighter labor plans and heavier pressure on crew pace.

Derek Washington2m read
Nationwide boycott targets McDonald’s over labor practices, prices, and policies
Labor

Nationwide boycott targets McDonald’s over labor practices, prices, and policies

John Schwarz’s seven-day boycott put McDonald’s labor, pricing, and DEI choices under a new spotlight as franchise stores braced for customer pushback.

Marcus Chen2m read
McDonald's boosts value menu and bigger burgers as beef costs rise
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McDonald's boosts value menu and bigger burgers as beef costs rise

McDonald’s is answering beef inflation with a two-track pitch: cheaper meal deals under $3 and a 1,057-calorie Big Arch built to feel like more burger.

Lauren Xu2m read
McDonald’s jobs split across corporate and franchise systems for employees
Culture

McDonald’s jobs split across corporate and franchise systems for employees

At McDonald’s, the hiring portal often tells you who really employs you. The split between corporate and franchise systems shapes everything from applications to accommodations to HR help.

Derek Washington6m read
Chili’s, Zaxby’s target McDonald’s with cheaper meal deals and value push
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Chili’s, Zaxby’s target McDonald’s with cheaper meal deals and value push

Chili’s is selling a $10.99 chicken bundle it says beats McDonald’s McCrispy, while McDonald’s rolled out 10 items under $3 to defend its value lead.

Derek Washington2m read
McDonald’s details tuition, training and benefits for restaurant workers, noting franchise variation
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McDonald’s details tuition, training and benefits for restaurant workers, noting franchise variation

McDonald’s lays out tuition assistance, training and perks available to eligible restaurant workers, noting that franchise participation and eligibility vary by location.

Marcus Chen2m read
McDonald's Archways program offers tuition help but varies by franchise
Benefits

McDonald's Archways program offers tuition help but varies by franchise

McDonald's Archways to Opportunity provides tuition aid, ESL and high school programs for crew and managers, but franchisee participation determines whether those benefits are available locally.

Marcus Chen2m read
How McDonald's Workers Can File Federal Wage Complaints
Labor

How McDonald's Workers Can File Federal Wage Complaints

Federal Wage and Hour officials detail how restaurant employees can file confidential complaints about unpaid wages, overtime, meal and break violations, and other federal labor law issues. The guidance matters to McDonald's workers because it explains protections against retaliation, the investigation steps, and practical steps to gather payroll and schedule records before filing.

Marcus Chen2m read
McDonald’s joins Carolina Shores retail buildout near state line
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McDonald’s joins Carolina Shores retail buildout near state line

McDonald’s is joining a Carolina Shores retail strip that could trigger a fresh hiring rush, as Walmart, Publix and others crowd the same labor market.

Marcus Chen2m read
12 McDonald’s benefits crew, managers and corporate staff should know in 2026
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12 McDonald’s benefits crew, managers and corporate staff should know in 2026

Twelve principal McDonald’s benefits commonly available in 2026, from 401(k) company-matching to an Aviva stakeholder pension for salaried staff.

Derek Washington5m read
McDonald's workers told how to file OSHA complaints about hazards, retaliation
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McDonald's workers told how to file OSHA complaints about hazards, retaliation

McDonald's workers can learn how to report safety hazards and retaliation to OSHA, including what to report, how to file, deadlines, protections, and contact numbers.

Marcus Chen5m read
McDonald's Archways to Opportunity Serves Tens of Thousands, Improves Retention
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McDonald's Archways to Opportunity Serves Tens of Thousands, Improves Retention

McDonald’s Archways to Opportunity has helped tens of thousands of restaurant employees access education and appears to boost retention and skills, changing workplace mobility and career paths.

Marcus Chen3m read
Department of Labor Guidance Clarifies Organizing Rights for McDonald's Workers
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Department of Labor Guidance Clarifies Organizing Rights for McDonald's Workers

The Department of Labor issued guidance that lays out employee rights under the National Labor Relations Act and explains common steps in union organizing, including authorization cards and NLRB elections. The guidance matters to McDonald’s employees and managers because it highlights what activity is protected, what actions employers must avoid, and practical steps HR and field leadership should take when organizing activity occurs.

Marcus Chen2m read
Australia’s Fair Work Commission lets unions bargain for McDonald’s workers
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Australia’s Fair Work Commission lets unions bargain for McDonald’s workers

More than 5,100 McDonald’s workers in South Australia can now bargain together across 18 franchises, a ruling that could reshape pay and conditions store by store.

Lauren Xu3m read
McDonald’s Accessibility page explains requesting accommodations and impact on hiring and retention
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McDonald’s Accessibility page explains requesting accommodations and impact on hiring and retention

McDonald’s careers page lists inclusion@au.mcd.com and mcdhrbenefits@us.mcd.com for accommodation requests and says accommodations are decided "on a case-by-case basis."

Lauren Xu3m read
McDonald's Archways to Opportunity Celebrates 10 Years of Employee Education
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McDonald's Archways to Opportunity Celebrates 10 Years of Employee Education

Archways to Opportunity has enrolled more than 92,400 McDonald’s restaurant employees since its April 2015 launch and, Erin Voss says, awarded over $185 million in tuition aid.

Derek Washington3m read
NLRB Guide Explains Employee Rights During Union Organizing Campaigns
Labor

NLRB Guide Explains Employee Rights During Union Organizing Campaigns

NLRB guidance spells out workers' rights during union organizing and how to report employer interference, information that matters to McDonald's crew, shift managers, and franchise staff.

Marcus Chen3m read
How McDonald’s workers can report pay, safety and harassment
Labor

How McDonald’s workers can report pay, safety and harassment

A step-by-step guide to where McDonald’s employees can report pay, safety or discrimination issues and what to expect from federal agencies.

Marcus Chen2m read
Federal rules on pay, breaks and records affecting McDonald's workers
Labor

Federal rules on pay, breaks and records affecting McDonald's workers

DOL guidance clarifies what counts as paid work time, meal and rest breaks, and recordkeeping for fast-food employees. This matters for wages, scheduling and filing complaints.

Marcus Chen2m read
Labor Department Guidance Clarifies Pumping Rights for McDonald's Workers
Policy

Labor Department Guidance Clarifies Pumping Rights for McDonald's Workers

The Department of Labor has released evergreen guidance summarizing employer responsibilities under the Fair Labor Standards Act as amended by the PUMP Act, clarifying break time and space requirements for employees who express breast milk. The guidance matters for McDonald’s restaurants and franchise operations nationwide because it lays out when pumping time must be paid and offers practical steps employers can take to comply.

Marcus Chen2m read
DOL Guidance Clarifies Federal Pay Rules for McDonald's Workers
Labor

DOL Guidance Clarifies Federal Pay Rules for McDonald's Workers

The U.S. Department of Labor has published guidance that summarizes worker rights under the Fair Labor Standards Act and explains how federal rules apply to restaurant and fast food employees, including McDonald’s crew. The resource outlines minimum wage, overtime, recordkeeping, and child labor provisions, and it tells workers and managers how to file a wage complaint, information that affects pay practices and day to day operations at hourly workplaces.

Marcus Chen2m read
UK NCP accepts complaint against McDonald’s UK over gender-based harassment, offers mediation
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UK NCP accepts complaint against McDonald’s UK over gender-based harassment, offers mediation

UK NCP has accepted a complaint alleging gender-based harassment at McDonald’s UK and offered mediation, a move that could affect worker safety and franchise liability.

Marcus Chen3m read
How McDonald's Hourly Workers Can Report Wage Violations to Federal Authorities
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How McDonald's Hourly Workers Can Report Wage Violations to Federal Authorities

McDonald's hourly workers can report unpaid wages, missed breaks, or minimum-wage shortfalls to the Wage and Hour Division to seek remedies.

Marcus Chen2m read
OSHA guidance gives McDonald’s workers clear steps to report hazards
Labor

OSHA guidance gives McDonald’s workers clear steps to report hazards

OSHA’s public guidance pages explain worker rights and provide step by step directions for reporting unsafe conditions, requesting inspections, and filing whistleblower or retaliation complaints. That guidance matters for McDonald’s employees and managers because restaurant crews face common hazards such as hot oil, burns, slips, and gaps in personal protective equipment, and the site offers confidential reporting and protections for employees who speak up.

Marcus Chen2m read
What McDonald’s Workers Should Do When Harassment Occurs
Labor

What McDonald’s Workers Should Do When Harassment Occurs

This guide lays out step by step options for McDonald’s crew, shift managers, and corporate employees who face harassment, discrimination, retaliation, or workplace violence. It explains internal reporting channels, what evidence to collect, and the main external agencies and advocacy routes workers can use if internal processes do not resolve the problem.

Marcus Chen2m read
McDonald's Guide Explains U.S. Workplace Rights and How to Raise Concerns
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McDonald's Guide Explains U.S. Workplace Rights and How to Raise Concerns

A practical, step-by-step guide for McDonald’s crew, shift leads and managers on core U.S. workplace rights and exactly how to raise concerns in franchised and corporate settings.

Derek Washington6m read