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 […]
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 […]
Date News Stories 12/13/2013 EB-3 Visa Availability Advances 6 Months for Most Countries 11/26/2013 Lessons Learned from Infosys Settlement: How to Avoid Allegations of Visa Fraud and Unauthorized Employment of Foreign Nationals 11/19/2013 H-1B Program Study: Participants Needed 11/13/2013 EB-2 India Visa Availability Retrogresses Another […]
