Arkansas has child labor laws designed to protect young workers from exploitation and ensure that they have access to education and other opportunities for personal and professional development.

Before forming a new entity, it is important that you understand the different types of entities that exist under Arkansas laws. Companies are unique and a different entity may make sense for some that would not for others.

There is a right way and a wrong way to set up a new business. You may have a million-dollar idea, but if you do not start your company in the proper way even a great business can cause you a whole lot of headaches.

Losing a job is an unfortunate reality for many Arkansans. When you enter the workforce, it's a possible outcome, regardless of your field. What makes it more difficult is when the layoff comes unexpectedly.

I have recently had several clients mention to me during conversations regarding an employment termination that the state has a right to work law. Nearly every time what the client actually meant to refer to was the employment at will doctrine.

We have previously written about the federal law’s minimum wage caveats for tipped employees. The Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) also has an exception for interns. As you likely know, in many situations interns are entitled to no wages at all. Unpaid internships, after all, are a staple of congressional offices.