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The United States Department of Labor recently announced the final rule federalregister.gov regarding independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act.  This rule, scheduled to go into effect on March 11, 2024, rescinds the 2021 Independent Contractor Rule, and will make it more difficult for an employer to classify individuals as independent contractors.  As part of its news release, the DOL states “The rule provides guidance on proper classification and seeks to combat employee misclassification, a serious problem that impacts workers’ rights to minimum wage and overtime pay, facilitates wage theft, allows some employers to undercut their law-abiding competition and hurts the economy at large.”

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was enacted in 2021, but implementation of the new law was delayed on several occasions. As of January 1, 2024, however, the CTA’s beneficial ownership reporting requirements are in effect. This alert reviews critical points every business owner should consider in determining the steps necessary to comply.

Friday, Eldredge & Clark, LLP newest partner Lindsey E. Raines focuses her practice on bankruptcy, creditors’ rights, landlord/tenant issues, and intellectual property. She has successfully represented financial institutions, property owners, creditors, and businesses in a wide range of cases, including commercial and residential foreclosures and evictions, account collection, contract disputes, and other commercial litigation matters.

Friday, Eldredge & Clark proudly continues its community engagement initiative, Friday Cares, now in its 8th consecutive year. Raising over $7,000 in funds - funds utilized to support foster kids in need through the CASA Christmas for a Child Wishlist in Central and Northwest Arkansas. Additionally, providing over 4,000 meals to families in need through contributions made to the Arkansas Food Bank and NWA Food Bank.

 

Friday Eldredge & Clark, LLP is pleased to announce the addition of three new associates to our firm. Emma Jumper, Anuj "A.J." Teotia, and Rose McGarrity were formally sworn in by the Arkansas Supreme Court on Friday, October 6. Our firm proudly welcomes them aboard as we continue to expand.

The Arkansas Bar Association (ArkBar) recently announced the appointment of Jamie Huffman Jones as the new President-Elect Designee, after an uncontested election on October 2, 2023. Jamie, a partner in the firm’s Litigation Practice Group and a member of the management committee, has a strong commitment to her profession and community. She has previously served in various leadership roles, including on ArkBar’s Board of Trustees, the Executive Committee, the Board of Governors, and House of Delegates.