Don Brunell - Small change will cost billions

We’re seeing a lot of news stories these days about the projected costs of the new federal health care law known as Obamacare.

Employers of all sizes, from small companies to warehouse stores and restaurant chains, are warning that compliance costs will force layoffs and price hikes.

Even some of the lesser-known provisions will cost employers billions of dollars.

For example, tucked away in the 2,000-plus pages of the legislation is a requirement that restaurants and “similar” food retailers display calorie counts on their menus.

Sounds reasonable in this health-conscious age, but according t...