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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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Possible Government Shutdown: Immigration Consequences for Employers and their Foreign National Employees (UPDATED)

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Another potential government shutdown may be on the horizon, as we await updates on the progress of the latest funding bill. Although already passed in the House of Representatives, an extension to continue funding the...more

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DHS Shortens Deportation Protection Timeframe for Haitian Nationals – What Employers Need to Know About New TPS Designation Period

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The Trump administration just shortened the duration of deportation protections for certain Haitian nationals who are in the United States, and this change could impact your workplace. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)...more

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Trump Administration Immigration-Related Executive Orders

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The new Administration has taken immediate and swift action with the goal of reshaping our country’s immigration policies. Employers should be aware of how these changes will affect the workplace....more

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Ongoing ICE Raids – Key Information for Individuals and Employers

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Over the last week, federal immigration enforcement has intensified in some parts of the country, though not yet on the scale many feared. According to reports, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) made 308 arrests...more

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What Employers Should Know About the New Immigration Orders

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On January 20, 2025, Donald Trump returned to the presidency. Within two hours of assuming office, he executed a series of executive orders intended to carry out a restrictive and enforcement heavy immigration agenda. While...more

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Preparing for Immigration Changes Under the Trump Administration

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Employers need to be aware of anticipated changes to immigration policy under the new Trump administration and be prepared for the impact those changes may have on their workforce. All employers should make sure their I-9s...more

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Immigration Under the Trump Administration: Five Things to Expect in the First 90 Days

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The first Trump administration brought significant changes to U.S. immigration policies, which had profound impacts on businesses and individuals alike. Donald Trump has shared plans for closing the U.S. borders and enforcing...more

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Navigating Immigration Changes in 2025: What Businesses Need to Know Following the 2024 Election

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As the dust settles from the 2024 US presidential election, businesses with a significant international workforce are bracing for potential shifts in immigration policy. Former President Donald J. Trump’s return to office...more

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Not Selected in the H-1B Visa Lottery? There are Nonimmigrant Visa Options to Consider

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On April 1, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it had selected sufficient H-1B visa preregistrations to reach the congressionally mandated 65,000 regular H-1B cap (bachelor’s degree cap)...more

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Workplace Law Forecast 2024 - Your workplace law recap for 2023 and predictions for 2024 to help you prepare for the coming year.

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When I reflect on the relationship that our firm has with our clients, I’m most proud of the fact that you can always count on us. That often means defending complex litigation, steering you through regulatory threats,...more

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What All K-12 Schools Need to Know About Immigration: New Form I-9 and Work Visa Options for Teachers

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Immigration compliance remains a critical requirement for K-12 schools across the country. Not only do all schools need to ensure they comply with new I-9 rules and procedures, but many also have grown to rely on foreign...more

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Workplace Law Update: 22 Essential Items on Your August To-Do List

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law, especially since the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace. In order to ensure you stay on top of the latest changes and have an action plan...more

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Florida’s New Immigration Bill: What Employers Need to Know

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Florida employers should prepare now to comply with a new law taking effect in July, aimed at ensuring that employers do not allow undocumented immigrants to work in their businesses.Senate Bill 1718 (SB 1718), which became...more

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The Slippery Road Toward Immigration Reform Under President Biden: Beware of ICE!

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President Biden has proposed sweeping changes to U.S. immigration law, contained in the pending U.S. Citizenship Act of 2021. This piece of proposed legislation, as introduced into Congress by the bill’s lead sponsors, Sen....more

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Biden’s Proposed Legislation Is Next Step Along Immigration Reform Path

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President Biden promised sweeping changes to U.S. immigration law should he be elected president. In accordance with these campaign promises, Democratic lawmakers have just introduced a sweeping immigration bill backed by the...more

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ICE Extends Temporary Flexibility For Employers’ I-9 Compliance, Reminds To Monitor For Updates

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ICE has announced that its flexibility regarding the physical presence requirements for I-9 inspection will be extended for another 30 days, until June 18, 2020 due to continued COVID-19 precautions. The terms and details of...more

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Social Security Administration Office Closures and Impact on Social Security Number Issuance

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With the closure of Social Security Administration (SSA) offices in the wake of COVID-19, we are receiving questions concerning the impact on work authorization for individuals who may have recently entered the U.S. in a...more

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COVID-19 Immigration Updates From the Agencies

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Seyfarth Synopsis: The outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) has resulted in unprecedented travel restrictions, U.S. consular appointment cancellations, and changes to USCIS operations. To help navigate these...more

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COVID-19 And Employer Responsibilities To Workers On Visas

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As employers respond to workplace issues pertaining to COVID-19 (Coronavirus), it is important not to forget about foreign nationals working pursuant to temporary non-immigrant visas. Employers must avoid discriminatory...more

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Termination of TPS Halted for Honduras and Nepal

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has agreed to stay the termination of temporary protected status (TPS) for Honduras and Nepal pending the outcome of Ramos v. Nielsen. In addition to the stay, DHS has also agreed to...more

Carlton Fields

Mergers and Acquisitions: Seal of Approval on Work Visas

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2019 is showing to be a strong year for continued activity in the mergers and acquisitions arena. ...more

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When the Government Shuts Down: The Impact on E-Verify, I-9’s, and Visas

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Government shutdowns seem to be the norm these days. Whether they last 6 days or 60 days, the impact on E-Verify and visas is the same. Since the partial government shutdown began on Dec. 22, 2018, while lawmakers discuss...more

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To Shut Down or Not to Shut Down . . . . What is Going to Happen to My Immigration Case?

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For the third time this year, a government shutdown is looming. While the Trump Administration is lobbying for funding for a border wall, thousands of lawful immigrants are wondering, “what is going to happen to my case?” The...more

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Potential Government Shutdown: Immigration Consequences for Employers and their Foreign National Employees

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Seyfarth Synopsis: If Congress fails to pass a funding bill by midnight on Friday, April 28, resulting in a federal government shutdown, it would trigger numerous immigration-related ripple effects on employers, both large...more

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Trump Administration Brings New Priorities on Immigration Front for Employers

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President Trump has only been in office a little over a month, but one thing is clear. He intends to do what he said he would do on the campaign trail, especially in regard to immigration. What does that mean for employers?...more

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