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The Best Defense Against FLSA Lawsuits for Unpaid Overtime

Employers facing wage-and-hour claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) have several legal defenses available to reduce or avoid liability, particularly in unpaid overtime cases. The article outlines common strategies, including challenging employee classification, disputing the number of hours worked, and relying on accurate payroll and timekeeping records. It also highlights the importance of the “good faith” defense, which can limit or eliminate liquidated (double) damages if an…

August 9, 2019

Litigation

Mechanics Lien Flowchart (DC)

A Flowchart outlining the mechanic’s lien process in the District of Columbia.

June 29, 2019

Litigation

Mechanic’s Lien Flowchart (VA)

A Flowchart outlining the stages of non-judicial mortgage foreclosures in Virginia.

June 29, 2019

Litigation

Mechanic’s Lien Workflow Checklist (DC)

A Checklist outlining the steps for creating, perfecting, and enforcing a mechanic’s lien for work performed or materials furnished for the improvement of privately owned residential and commercial real property in the District of Columbia.

June 29, 2019

Litigation

Mechanic’s Liens in Practice (DC)

A Practice Note addressing statutory mechanic’s liens that may arise out of construction projects for the improvement of privately owned residential and commercial real property in the District of Columbia.

June 29, 2019

Litigation

Mechanics’ Lien Workflow Checklist (VA)

A Checklist outlining the steps for creating, perfecting, enforcing, and discharging a mechanics’ lien for work performed or materials furnished for the improvement of privately owned residential and commercial real property in Virginia.

June 29, 2019

Litigation

Mechanics’ Liens in Practice (VA)

A Practice Note discussing statutory mechanics’ liens that may arise out of construction projects for the improvement of privately owned residential and commercial real property in Virginia.

June 29, 2019