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What Damages Are Being Sought?

If at any point within the past three years you worked for the Little Rock Police Department as a uniformed police officer, you are eligible to participate in this collective action, particularly if you were required to wear a Class B uniform. However, time is of the essence because of the statute of limitations. If you are currently working as a uniformed officer this should not pose a problem. However, you must file your claim to stop the running of the statute of limitations. In general two years On November 17, 2008 a motion was filed for Class Certification which allows us to provide notice to those who qualify to participate in this action. is the base statute of limitation under the FLSA and you can seek back pay only from the day you file your "opt-in" claim. However, investigation thus far suggests the City of Little Rock was very much aware of the FLSA and likewise knew of the overtime pay requirements under the FLSA. Where an employer such as the City willfully violates the FLSA the statute of limitations extends to three years. Therefore, any uniformed officer who has worked for Little Rock Police Department within the past three years is eligible to participate.

How much money can I expect to receive?

Once individual pay rates and the number of hours of uncompensated time are determined, claims will vary among officers. However, preliminary analysis by experts formerly with the Department of Labor suggests claims for some officers may approach or even exceed $50,000 in back pay.

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