Kevin McCarthy

For restaurants that have a minimum gratuity charge on large groups, the IRS will now count those tips as regular wages rather than traditional tips that we are all familiar with when we dine out. Ask any server, and they will tell you that this will directly affect their day-to-day lifestyle.

American Politician

Lara Pulver

I'm not an actress who's a fan of gratuity, so I don't seek projects that have nudity for nudity's sake. I don't know any actors who do, unless they're in 'Spartacus.

English Actress

Steven Spielberg

One of the gratuities about being a director is that you can volunteer yourself out of difficult details.

American Director

Marilyn vos Savant

Know how and how much to tip people who expect gratuities, even in the case of poor service.

American Writer

Understanding varies by country; some places expect gratuities, others include it in the bill already.

Tipping Culture

Gratuity is given directly to service staff to show satisfaction beyond the payment for the service.

Service Appreciation

The usual amount ranges from 15% to 20% of the bill, but this can depend on service quality.

Customary Amounts

A gratuity in a legal context is extra payment given, separate from salary or contractual earnings.

Beyond Salary

In legal terms, the absence of obligation to pay means gratuity is not enforceable or expected by law.

Legal Distinction

It's a tangible way to express gratitude for exceptional service, often used in professions like hospitality.