On Thursday, October 9, 2014, the U.S. Department of State published the November 2014 Visa Bulletin, indicating a significant retrogression in visa availability under the Employment-Based, Second Preference (EB-2) category for applicants born in India. Beginning November 1st, the EB-3 India “cut-off” date will be February 15, 2005. This means […]
Recent Federal Investigations Yield Record Fines and Settlements for Alleged Immigration Violations
6 Oct
by Foster, on Immigration Updates
Three recent cases have highlighted the significant penalties being imposed by U.S. immigration authorities on employers for immigration violations related to knowing employment of unauthorized workers, harboring, fraud, conspiracy, and discrimination. The largest fine with criminal forfeiture of over $1.3 million and restitution of $2.6 million was imposed where the […]
Reminder: Update Form I-9 Today for Students Changing to H-1B Status on October 1st
1 Oct
by Foster, on Immigration Updates
On Wednesday, October 1, 2014, F‐1 students with approved FY‐2015 H‐1B change of status petitions will see their status automatically change to H‐1B. Employers should update the Form I‐9 Employment Eligibility Verification for these employees to reflect their new work‐authorized status and expiration date. Students should check in with their […]
Date News Stories 10/1/2014 Reminder: Update Form I-9 Today for Students Changing to H-1b Status on October 1st 9/30/2014 FY-2016 DV Lottery Opens Tomorrow, October 1, 2014 9/23/2014 Foster Fall Immigration Update Seminars in Austin and Houston, Texas 9/16/2014 Beware of Scams Targeting H-1B Workers […]