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FLSA and Overtime Laws in Arkansas
Commentary About Fair Labor Standards Act – What are FLSA and Overtime Laws in Arkansas? The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overlaps Arkansas State Labor Laws in many areas, one of which is laws regulating what qualifies as overtime and what is fair overtime pay. State law and the FLSA Read more »
Helpful Guide if You Have Been Injured by a Defective Product
Commentary About Defective Products I’m a family man who loves his family, just as you do. I work hard at practicing law and when I get home, I focus completely on my loved ones. I love to buy them gifts and do activities with them, and I seek out dependable Read more »
Transvaginal Mesh Implants and Lawsuits
Commentary About Transvaginal Lawsuits, Little Rock-Arkansas Advanced medical procedures intended to strengthen, reinforce, or replace insufficient tissues, density, or elasticity in the vaginal wall commonly include the use of transvaginal mesh. This treatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) and Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) comes with the risk of significant complications Read more »
Hip Injuries as a Result of Nursing Home Neglect
Insights and Statistics from a Hip Injury Lawyer in Arkansas Who Fights For The Defenseless – Hip Injuries and Nursing Home Neglect Every year, thousands of elderly citizens are abused by the very people you trust with their care. While there are many high quality skilled nursing facilities, there Read more »
DePuy Hip Replacement Class Action Lawsuit
Hip replacement is a serious procedure that can greatly increase your mobility or negatively affect your health. When the DePuy ASR XL Acetabular System (metal on metal) was made available to hip replacement patients in 2005, many thought that the miracle of the decade had been created for people who Read more »
FLSA – Understanding Auto Deductions
Commentary About FLSA and Auto Deductions – FLSA: Wage and Hour Litigation – Understanding Auto Deductions For Hours Worked: Auto pay deductions are a commonplace practice among employers in the marketplace. Many pay hourly wages for hours worked, but then deduct pay for required lunch breaks whether Read more »
Understanding Mistakes of Worker Misclassifications under the FLSA
News and Commentary regarding FLSA and Misclassifications – The Fair Labor Standards Act implemented by the US Government has detailed and strict classifications for the different types of workers hired by employers. For the most part, there are hourly and salaried employees, and contractors who are separate entities and are Read more »
The Key Basics on Donning and Doffing Laws
Commentary About Donning and Doffing Laws – What you need to know about Donning and Doffing Laws According to the US Department of Labor, each non-exempt employee must be paid for hours worked. Hours worked can include meals and breaks while on the job. Unfortunately, there are some who Read more »
Employment Law FAQs – Understanding Your Legal Rights Regarding FMLA
Commentary About FMLA Laws – Understanding Your Legal Rights With Employment Law and FMLA Question: “If I experience a serious illness and miss a lot work, am I protected from losing my job?” or “My wife is pregnant and I need time off to help care for her and Read more »
Employment Law – FLSA: Anti-Discrimination and Protection against Retaliation
Commentary from an Arkansas FSLA Attorney – No matter your age, your gender, your race, or religious beliefs you are entitled to the same wages and workplace rights as other employees. The FLSA, or Fair Labor Standards Act, is comprised of two provisions against discrimination. The first is the Equal Read more »