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]
Mainebiz Publishes Russell Ford’s Tips on Preparing for an I-9 Audit
For employers and human resources professionals, the employment eligibility verification process can be a daunting one. If unorganized, the process becomes all the more difficult.
Understanding SEVP: I-17 Recertification Compliance and What Every School Should Know
Colleges and universities that offer a foreign student program (FSP) don’t have to be told about the benefits that come along with it. Students from the United States and abroad are able to collect educational and cultural experiences that will remain with them for a lifetime. But as a higher education professional, you already know… [Read More]
SHRM Publishes Russell Ford’s I-9 Compliance Audit Tips
Companies need to stay on top of I-9 compliance, especially after the recent release of a new version of the form in an atmosphere of increased enforcement. In fact, did you know that it is good practice to regular I-9 compliance audits biannually? In this piece published by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM),… [Read More]