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Thinking about becoming a Franchisee with a Health & Fitness company. As far as taxes go, would that be the same if I was an LLC

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on October 20, 2013

I would suggest the you form a corporation or LLC as owner of the franchise or business because of issues of liability in the type of business in...

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I worked as a associate hair stylist in norcross. i was told i was given 32 hr work week for which i was paid $250 cash weekly.

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on October 16, 2013

Yes. You are entitled to be paid for the time at work plus an equal amount in liquidated damages and attorneys' fees incurred in prosecuting the...

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I was fired for an accident, was going through worker compensation with company. Only person known to be fired for said offense.

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on October 16, 2013

You also may have claims in addition to comp. claims. Contact a good employment attorney.

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My company will not pay the first/last .5 hour of the day if it is driving. Is this Legal?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on October 16, 2013

Their policy probably violates the FLSA, but I would have to know additional facts. If you would like to discuss the facts I would need to know to...

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My company requires me to answer customer calls 24/7

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on October 14, 2013

In order to advice you, I would need to know what you mean by a "token" amount. The FLSA requires that an employee be compensated for all working...

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Discrimination and wages not paid.

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on October 13, 2013

I would contact an attorney immediately. It sounds like you may have a gender discrimination claim, claim for unpaid commissions and a FLSA claim....

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How can I get my paycheck from previous employer

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on October 10, 2013

Demand payment, and tell them you will hire an attorney if they don't pay. You are entitled to payment contractually as well as under the FLSA.

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How do we fire a lawyer and hire a new one !!!!

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on October 02, 2013

Sorry to hear about your mother. I would contact an attorney and have the new attorney review the attorney-client agreement and discuss your...

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Can a former employer sue you for filing sexual harassment claim with labor department?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on October 02, 2013

If your claims were filed in good faith with the department of labor they are probably privileged and immune from suit. Additionally, the...

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Can I join a client organization if I have signed a Non-Interference agreement with my employer?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on October 01, 2013

I agree with the prior response. Take the time to review the agreement with an employment attorney. It should be relatively inexpensive to spend an...

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

Thinking about becoming a Franchisee with a Health & Fitness company. As far as taxes go, would that be the same if I was an LLC

I worked as a associate hair stylist in norcross. i was told i was given 32 hr work week for which i was paid $250 cash weekly.

I was fired for an accident, was going through worker compensation with company. Only person known to be fired for said offense.

My company will not pay the first/last .5 hour of the day if it is driving. Is this Legal?

My company requires me to answer customer calls 24/7

Discrimination and wages not paid.

How can I get my paycheck from previous employer

How do we fire a lawyer and hire a new one !!!!

Can a former employer sue you for filing sexual harassment claim with labor department?

Can I join a client organization if I have signed a Non-Interference agreement with my employer?