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The Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 is a form issued by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services to verify the identity and employment eligibility of workers within the United States. U.S. Employers... more +
The Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 is a form issued by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services to verify the identity and employment eligibility of workers within the United States. U.S. Employers must require all employees, both citizens and non-citizens, to complete an I-9 and present supporting documentation, such as a passport or green card. less -
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EEOC Announces Increased Enforcement Focus on Employers Preferring ‘Non-American’ Workers

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On Feb. 19, 2025, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced that it would be “protecting American workers from anti-American national origin discrimination” in part by “increasing enforcement of...more

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ICE Raids and Increased Immigration Enforcement Are Here - Is Your Business Prepared?

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With the new Trump administration in place, immigration enforcement is already ramping up. Employers across various industries – including hospitality, agriculture, construction, healthcare and manufacturing – have begun...more

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Immigration Checklist for U.S. Citizens, Green Card Holders, and Lawful Nonimmigrant Visa Holders

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The new Administration’s recent immigration law enforcement actions, which range from extensive audits to sweeping raids, have far-reaching impact on U.S. citizens, permanent residents and lawful nonimmigrant visa holders...more

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Potential Immigration Impacts for U.S. Employers Under a Second Trump Presidency

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As we head into another Trump presidency later this month, many U.S. employers are wondering how the new administration’s strong stance on immigration might impact their organization, including its ability to hire and retain...more

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[Webinar] Navigating I-9 Compliance in a Trump Era of Enforcement - December 11th, 12:00 pm EST

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Join industry leaders Bill Riley, Morgan Bailey, and John Shofi as they share actionable insights and strategies to help your organization prepare for an anticipated increase in government worksite enforcement actions under...more

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Employers Get Ready: I-9 Fine Increases Are Here — and More I-9 Inspections Are on the Horizon

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The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recently announced that it will impose higher fines against employers that fail to comply with the complex rules governing Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility...more

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DHS Guidelines Give Protection from Deportation to Undocumented Workers Who Report Labor Violations

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If an employer hires undocumented workers, are they covered under the U.S. employment laws? Initially, employers must complete Form I-9s for all new employees and cannot hire workers who are unable to establish that they’re...more

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Immigration Crash Course: What to Know About ICE Enforcement Activities

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) continues a record-setting pace in auditing and investigating employers over worksite and I-9/E-Verify compliance concerns. Join Denver shareholder Chris Thomas as he covers the...more

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No Immigration Surprises in President’s Proposed Budget - Mandatory E-Verify, Boosted Enforcement Among Priority Requests

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President Trump’s proposed budget released by the White House earlier this week contains no real surprises when it comes to the immigration provisions. The budget supports President Trump’s promises to increase immigration...more

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U.S. Employers Facing Increased Fines for Form I-9 Violations

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The U.S. Department of Justice recently announced significant increases in fines for immigration-related paperwork violations, in an interim final rule slated to take effect this fall. Harsher financial penalties come as part...more

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FLSA Compliance Not That Important? You Might Need a Criminal Lawyer, Too

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Those of you who attended our annual Employment Law Conference this past February know that failing to complete Form I-9 for all new hires can lead not only to civil fines and penalties, but to criminal penalties. That’s true...more

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Tips To Ready Employers When Immigration Agencies Come Knocking

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Worksite enforcement actions for immigration-related matters are on the rise; the Obama Administration is emphasizing worksite compliance obligations; and immigration-related audits are increasing....more

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