Monroc, Inc. v. Sidwell

GREENWOOD, Judge:

This case arises out of Timmie Sidwell’s employment as a security guard for Mon-roc, Inc. and the requirement that she reside on Monroe’s property. Monroe initiated an action against Sidwell for unlawful detainer of its premises after Sidwell was terminated from employment, but refused to vacate the premises. Sidwell counterclaimed, claiming Monroe had failed to comply with 29 U.S.C. § 207 of the Fair Labor Standards Act (F.L.S.A.), because it did not compensate her for hours worked in excess of forty hours per week.

Timmie Sidwell was hired by Monroe for two purposes. The…