I don't think that is valid reasoning. I would bet you are probably right, as that is "why", but I see no reason why an owner shouldn't be prevented from gathe

I don't think that is valid reasoning. I would bet you are probably right, as that is "why", but I see no reason why an owner shouldn't be prevented from gathering up all the tips, and distributing them to the staff in any way they please (provided it is above the min wage).