A settlement reached by Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER) of the United States Department of Justice and a private security services company demonstrates how easy it is for companies to go awry of I-9 compliance. The settlement is the culmination of an investigation into whether the private security company discriminated against a worker by… [Read More]
Potential Penalties for Hiring Undocumented Immigrants
The hiring of undocumented immigrants, whether purposeful or not, is illegal. The I-9 process was implemented in 1986 to help combat this practice and to provide protections to both US workers and lawfully authorized non-US workers. However, over time, the “bite” of the I-9 audit has dissipated as the government focused less on this issue and… [Read More]
Wave of ICE Enforcement Asks – Are Your I-9s Audit Ready?
Increased ICE surveillance and arrest activities historically heralds added enforcement for U.S. employers. Find out if you are ready for an audit.
Form I-9 Requirements Flexibility Extended for an Additional 30 Days
Due to delays in the issuance of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), USCIS has announced that employees may use the I-797 Notice of Action indicating that their I-765 EAD has been approved as a valid document for proof of work authorization. The Notice of Action would need to have a notice date between December 1, 2019… [Read More]
I-9 Enforcement Could be Next Front in Immigration Battle
The Trump Administration made clear it plans to continue to link record high unemployment with immigration, as seen with President Trump’s recent executive order suspending entry to the U.S. on the H-1B, L and J-1 visas. While business leaders across the United States challenge the legality and efficacy of the Executive Order, it is safe… [Read More]
USCIS Announces COVID-19 Temporary Policy for List B Identity Documents
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a temporary policy for expired “List B” documents used for to complete Employment Eligibility Verification of Form I-9. Starting May 1, List B documents that expire on or after March 1, 2020, may be treated as if the employee presented a valid receipt for the document. USCIS has issued… [Read More]
What to do if your Business Receives a “No Match” Notification
A recent New York Times article reported that tens of thousands of employers are expected to receive “no-match” notifications from the Social Security Administration, a move that could cause massive disruptions in hospitality, construction and agriculture workforces. The notifications are the first to be sent since 2012. The practice received increased scrutiny in 2007, when… [Read More]
Top 5 Tips for Year-End Immigration Planning
With the change from summer to fall, we approach the end of 2018 – when many companies are planning their recruitment and retention strategies for foreign employees. In today’s immigration landscape, it’s important to know how to proactively plan for your business goals, so we have compiled our Top 5 Tips for Year-End Immigration Planning:… [Read More]
In Wake of ICE Raids, Businesses Ask – Are We I-9 Compliant?
I-9 Compliance in a time of increased scrutiny The raids on a hundred 7-Eleven stores nationwide serve as a reminder – the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are committed to their pledge to target businesses who employ illegal immigrants. The before-dawn raids netted 21 arrests and dramatic news coverage, putting employers on edge. The… [Read More]
Video: I-9 Advanced
This hour-long webinar is the second in a two part series, following I-9 Basics – Forms, Rules and Common Pitfalls. The video and accompanying transcript provide more nuanced information about the I-9 application process. For more information, download our complimentary 13-page guide to I-9 compliance and preparing for an audit. If you have additional questions… [Read More]
