Questions answered by Ainsworth G. Dudley Jr.

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I was terminated 3 weeks ago and i havent gotten my dismal papers yet and they keep my last paycheck because i owed the company

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on April 06, 2013

They cannot withhold an money from your paycheck that causes your hourly pay to drop below the minimum wage or your overtime wage, if applicable.

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Recover money from friend whom I lend

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on April 06, 2013

I would recommend that you make a demand upon your alleged friend to pay you, and if he doesn't to file suit and obtain a judgment. Once you obtain...

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Should I get a attorney or try and handle this situation myself? How/What step do I go about the suing the property management

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on April 05, 2013

I agree with the other attorneys and strongly suggest that you hire an attorney. You have significant damages, but liability will be contested. You...

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Slip and fall

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on April 04, 2013

I agree with the prior response. however, you may wish to check and see if the floor is cleaned by a party other than your employer. Man employer's...

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Need advise forming an S-Corp with 1 or 2 other "founders" and want to ensure equal ownership, help?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on April 04, 2013

All of the other attorneys are correct, Speak with an attorney and have him advice you as to the best business entity to form. and the proper way...

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My father paid over $300,000 to a civil lawyer on a case last year. My father passed away in Aug, then the case was settled out

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on April 03, 2013

Ask for an itemized bill and have an experienced attorney review it to determine if the bill is reasonable.

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Should I tell EEOC that my employer brought up pregnancy at unemployment hearing?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on April 02, 2013

I suggest you hire an attorney experienced in employment law to represent you if you believe you have been discriminated against because of...

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Do I need to register my business in GA?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on April 02, 2013

If you maintain any office in Georgia, I would probably continue your registration to conduct business as a foreign corporation in Georgia.

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Which path should I take for financial relief: bankruptcy, foreclosure, or debt negotiation with a house that won't sell?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on April 02, 2013

I recommend that you contact an attorney who is an experienced bankruptcy attorney and discuss your financial situation in depth and have him...

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Is it considered wrongful termination if our employer terminated me due to medical reasons?

Ainsworth's answer | Answered on April 02, 2013

Depending upon the size of your employer and/or the length of your employment and other factors, you may have a claim under either the FMLA or ADA....

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

I was terminated 3 weeks ago and i havent gotten my dismal papers yet and they keep my last paycheck because i owed the company

Recover money from friend whom I lend

Should I get a attorney or try and handle this situation myself? How/What step do I go about the suing the property management

Slip and fall

Need advise forming an S-Corp with 1 or 2 other "founders" and want to ensure equal ownership, help?

My father paid over $300,000 to a civil lawyer on a case last year. My father passed away in Aug, then the case was settled out

Should I tell EEOC that my employer brought up pregnancy at unemployment hearing?

Do I need to register my business in GA?

Which path should I take for financial relief: bankruptcy, foreclosure, or debt negotiation with a house that won't sell?

Is it considered wrongful termination if our employer terminated me due to medical reasons?