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DOL Audits of H-1B Sponsorships Likely to Increase Under “Project Firewall”

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The H-1B visa classification was established as a nonimmigrant, temporary worker program to aid U.S. employers unable to fill highly specialized positions (those requiring a bachelor’s degree or its equivalent).  The...more

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Summary of White House Announcements Impacting the H-1B Program: What We Know Now

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The White House has announced significant changes to the H-1B program, including a new $100,000 petition fee, revised prevailing wage rules, a tiered lottery system, and expanded enforcement measures. These developments...more

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DOL Launches Project Firewall with Immigration, Wage & Hour, and Criminal Implications for Employers

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The US Department of Labor has launched Project Firewall, a new enforcement initiative focused on safeguarding the rights, wages, and job opportunities of American workers. The program signals heightened scrutiny of H-1B...more

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