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In Arkansas, like anywhere else, employment plays a main role in people’s lives. Employment is a vital part of society and Arkansas labor laws equalize the bargaining power between employer and employees in order to maintain a balance and satisfying environment for society.

Union affiliation of employed wage and s

Beginning in January 2003, data reflect revised population controls used in the household survey. Data refer to the sole or principal job of full- and part-time workers exluded are all self-employed workers regardless of whether in Arkansas
Total Employed 2003. 1,035
Total Members of unions 50
Percent of Employed 4.8
Total Employed Represented by Unions 61
Persent Total Employed 2004 5.9
Total Employed 2004. 1,058
Total Members of unions 51
Percent of Employed 4.8
Total Employed Represented by Unions 65
Persent of Total Employed 2004 6.2

Source: U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics

Labor laws in Arkansas primarily regulate the relationship between employers and unions and grant employees the rights to engage in certain activities, such as strikes, to have their demands fulfilled. Arkansas workers rely on labor laws to rectify unfair employment practices. Our Arkansas labor law lawyers have dealt with various cases protecting each worker's and employer’s rights in order to maintain a fair relationship between both parties.

Our Arkansas labor law lawyers specialize in all aspects of labor law and possess solid knowledge concerning:

  • Arbitration / grievances / mediation
  • Business immigration
  • Collective bargaining
  • Discrimination law
  • Employment agreements
  • Employment class action defense
  • Employment counseling
  • Employment litigation
  • Fair Labor Standards Act
  • Labor relations
  • Occupational safety & health
  • OFCCP
  • Strike support
  • Supervisor training
  • Workplace security
  • Wrongful discharge

Maintaining an equal and fair employee/employer relationship should be in everybody’s interest. If you have any questions, or if you are concerned that one of your rights as a Arkansas worker or employer has been violated, contact one of our Arkansas labor law lawyers immediately.

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Arkansas Audio


Labor Dept. Expands Overtime Laws

AUDIO, RM, 44Kbps, 4:09, 4/20/2004


The Bush administration releases new rules governing which employees have the right to receive overtime pay. While not as far-reaching as some lawmakers had desired, the central revision raises the threshold for overtime from workers earning $65,000 to those making $100,000.
Source: NPR



News

News about Labor Law cases in Arkansas and nationwide:

EEOC Examines Job Bias Laws

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) examined perspectives on work/family balance and the intersection with the federal anti-dis... Read more >

Job Bias Charges Edged Up In 2006, EEOC Reports

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) last year received a total of 75,768 discrimination charges against private sector employer... Read more >

OSHA Joins Associated Builders and Contractors

PHILADELPHIA -- Better health and safety for construction workers is the goal of a new strategic partnership launched today by the U. S. Labor Depa... Read more >

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Employment Topics

  • Collective Bargaining
  • Discrimination law
  • Employment Agreements
  • Employment Litigation
  • Fair Labor Standards Act
  • Labor relations
  • Mediation
  • Occupational safety & health
  • OFCCP
  • Strike Support
  • Wrongful Discharge

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Employment Terms

National Labor Relations Act

This act once guaranteed workers the freedom to form unions without employer interference. Today, however, this guarantee is not given any more.

National Labor Relations Board

Any complaints or questions concerning unfair practices involving unions should be directed to the NLR Board.

Securities

Paper certificates (definitive securities) or electronic records (book-entry securities) evidencing ownership of equity (stocks) or debt obligations (bonds).

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