Questions answered by Ainsworth G. Dudley Jr.

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Where should a breach of settlement claim be filed when the parties don't reside in the county of the original dispute?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on June 19, 2014

You need to contact an attorney. If you want to enforce the agreement, you should file a motion in the existing lawsuit, and I would do it before...

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Is it legal for a manager to fill out time cards 3 days in advance, then tell employees they cannot deviate from their schedule?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on June 17, 2014

There is nothing illegal about filling our and signing time sheets in advance unless the time sheet contains inaccurate work time . In other words,...

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I filed the lawsuit in small claims court against Contractor.

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on June 16, 2014

I know you are in small claims court, but you may wish to consult with a lawyer before proceeding further. Good luck.

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I was required to work off the clock. I was recently terminated and my employer will not pay those hours. Is any of this legal?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on June 12, 2014

You must be paid for work off the clock. Contact an employment attorney specializing in wage and hour law. Good luck. If you were terminated fro...

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Boa sent a hour and wage class settlement form. Should I sign or not?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on June 10, 2014

Contact a firm who handles class action and wage and hour claims and let them review your case before making a decision to opt-in to the class. Our...

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In state of Georgia, If a full/part time employee worked for 4 days with 40 hours. Do i have to calculate 2hours of overtime

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on June 10, 2014

No. Overtime is calculated based upon the workweek - not work day.

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Is it important to give the Attorneys name when trying to get new counsel for an existing case, suppose they know each other?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on June 09, 2014

The new attorney will ultimately find out the name of the old attorney. However, your conversations with attorneys should be confidential and...

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What actions should I take if my employee has failed to run payroll for multiple paychecks?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on June 09, 2014

It sounds like you have a breach of contract claim for wages and claims under the FLSA for the minimum wage,liquidated damages and attorneys' fees....

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I live in Georgia and I was discriminated and fired from my job because I am gay is there anything I can do about it?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on June 06, 2014

I agree with the prior answer. However, if you were employed in Atlanta, there is a city ordinance that protects an employee from discrimination...

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Do I have to file an amended complaint based on newly discovered knowledge in my slip and fall case?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on June 05, 2014

I would suggest you amend your complaint in order to avoid any problems that may occur down the road, such as impeachment, etc. In state court you...

Ainsworth G. Dudley Jr.'s Answers (491)

Where should a breach of settlement claim be filed when the parties don't reside in the county of the original dispute?

Is it legal for a manager to fill out time cards 3 days in advance, then tell employees they cannot deviate from their schedule?

I filed the lawsuit in small claims court against Contractor.

I was required to work off the clock. I was recently terminated and my employer will not pay those hours. Is any of this legal?

Boa sent a hour and wage class settlement form. Should I sign or not?

In state of Georgia, If a full/part time employee worked for 4 days with 40 hours. Do i have to calculate 2hours of overtime

Is it important to give the Attorneys name when trying to get new counsel for an existing case, suppose they know each other?

What actions should I take if my employee has failed to run payroll for multiple paychecks?

I live in Georgia and I was discriminated and fired from my job because I am gay is there anything I can do about it?

Do I have to file an amended complaint based on newly discovered knowledge in my slip and fall case?