When an employer timely files a petition for an employee in H-1B, H-1B1, L-1, O-1, E-3 or TN status to extend his/her employment in the same status, the employee may continue to work for the same employer for an additional 240 days beyond the expiration of their...
Immigration
Five Key Points you should know about the Long Awaited Premium Processing Options
After decades of asking, USCIS finally expanded its premium processing service to include additional immigration petitions and application types. Here are the key points that you need to know: 1 - The initial expansion will apply to these categories: Forms I-140,...
Happy New Year Travel News: In-Person Visa Waivers & Southern African Travel Restrictions Lifted.
The Department of State (DOS) and the Biden Administration are bringing Happy New Year News for some travelers and visa applicants. New Waivers of In-Person Visa Interviews for Some Applicants The DOS has announced that Consular officers, through the end of 2022, will...
What Proactive Steps Can Employers Take to Lessen the Likelihood of Form I-9 Investigation or Fines?
This is the tenth and final post in a series promoting the publication of my new book: I-9 Employment Verification eGuide: A Practical and Time-Saving Resource for HR Professionals. This free guide helps HR professionals navigate the many routes of the I-9...
Form I-9 Verification Violations: How are the Penalties Determined?
This is the ninth post in a series promoting the publication of my new book: I-9 Employment Verification eGuide: A Practical and Time-Saving Resource for HR Professionals. This free guide helps HR professionals navigate all the details of the I-9 verification process....
What should you know about the easing of COVID-19 travel restrictions for certain foreign nationals?
The White House announced plans to ease travel restrictions on certain international travelers coming into the United States beginning in early November 2021. The plan will rescind the current geographic COVID-19 related travel bans implemented for individuals from...
If an Employer Is Found to Have I-9 Violations, What Fines Might They Face?
This is the eighth post in a series heralding the publication of my new book: I-9 Employment Verification eGuide: A Practical and Time-Saving Resource for HR Professionals. This free guide helps HR professionals gain a comprehensive understanding of the I-9...
An Internal Audit Uncovered Problems with a Form I-9 — What Should Employers Do?
This is the seventh post in a series celebrating the publication of my new book: I-9 Verification Employment eGuide for HR professionals. This free guide covers everything busy HR pros need to know to prevent common issues experienced during the I-9 verification...