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In Tip Credit Debate Both Sides Are Claiming Progress Law360
July 15, 2026Partner Christopher Pardo spoke with Law360 about the evolving debate over eliminating the tip credit as lawmakers in Chicago and Washington, DC, modified previously adopted measures to phase out the lower tipped minimum wage.
The article examines recent legislative developments and the competing claims of momentum from advocates and opponents of eliminating the tip credit. Chris discussed the outcome of Massachusetts’s 2024 ballot measure, noting that voters appeared to support retaining the existing system and that many tipped employees were concerned about the potential impact on their earnings.