When it began in 1996, the E-Verify program initially was available in only five states. Currently, more than 520,000 employers nationwide use the program, with almost 44,000 of those being federal contractors. Because...more
On March 3, 2020, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS), in a 5-4 ruling, agreed with the State of Kansas that it could use the state’s identity theft statutes to prosecute three separate criminal cases where the...more
Given an increase in federal investigations, employers in industries paying hourly wages should prepare now for I-9 audits and investigations to ensure compliance with federal immigration laws. Recent raids on seven...more
Under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA), employers must verify the identity and employment authorization of each person hired after November 6, 1986. This verification process is documented by completing and...more
A New York federal court recently said that the plaintiff-employees involved in a wage and hour lawsuit are not required to produce their immigration documents and information. The case is important because it limits an...more