In the fast-paced world of mergers, acquisitions, asset sales, and private equity transactions, the excitement of growth can overshadow critical compliance details. However, unaddressed I-9 compliance issues in any M&A deal...more
6/25/2025
/ Acquisitions ,
Compliance ,
Corporate Counsel ,
Due Diligence ,
E-Verify ,
Foreign Nationals ,
Form I-9 ,
Immigration Procedures ,
Mergers ,
Penalties ,
USCIS
Worksite enforcement and immigration audits are on the rise under President Trump’s efforts to crack down on illegal immigration in his second administration. With updated fine schedules now in effect – reaching $2,861 per...more
The U.S. healthcare system stands at a critical juncture. Projections estimate a deficit of up to 86,000 physicians by 2036, threatening access to care, especially in underserved communities. The bipartisan Doctors in Our...more
On May 19, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an emergency order that allows the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to proceed with terminating Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelan nationals under the 2023...more
5/21/2025
/ Corporate Counsel ,
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ,
Employees ,
Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) ,
Executive Orders ,
Foreign Nationals ,
Immigration Enforcement ,
Immigration Procedures ,
SCOTUS ,
Temporary Protected Status ,
USCIS ,
Venezuela
In a major development for employers and workers relying on Temporary Protected Status (TPS), a federal court has postponed the termination of TPS for Venezuela (under the 2023 designation) through at least April 2, 2026,...more
4/16/2025
/ Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ,
Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) ,
Executive Orders ,
Federal Court Litigation ,
Form I-9 ,
Immigrants ,
Immigration Procedures ,
Popular ,
Preliminary Injunctions ,
USCIS ,
Venezuela
It’s that time of year again – the H-1B visa program is back in the spotlight as we enter the lottery registration period for Fiscal Year 2026. The lottery will be open from March 7-24, 2025....more
2/28/2025
/ Department of Homeland Security (DHS) ,
Employment Policies ,
Executive Orders ,
Foreign Workers ,
H-1B ,
Immigration Reform ,
Popular ,
Regulatory Requirements ,
Trump Administration ,
USCIS ,
Visas
In the intricate processes of mergers and acquisitions, the focus often lands squarely on financials, asset management, and strategic alignments. However, an equally crucial aspect that demands attention is the impact of...more
5/1/2024
/ Acquisitions ,
Compliance ,
Due Diligence ,
E-1 ,
E-2 ,
Foreign Nationals ,
Form I-9 ,
H-1B ,
Immigration ,
L-1 Visas ,
Mergers ,
Visas
As remote work becomes increasingly prevalent, one crucial aspect that employers and employees must address is the allocation of expenses incurred in a remote work setup. In the evolving landscape of work, the shift towards...more
As the H-1B visa lottery registration for the USCIS fiscal year 2025 approaches, it is crucial to understand the process and prepare accordingly.
This annual event continues to attract significant attention from...more
1/23/2024
/ Filing Deadlines ,
Foreign Workers ,
H-1B ,
Highly-Skilled Workers Visa ,
Immigration Procedures ,
Lottery ,
STEM ,
USCIS ,
Visa Applications ,
Visa Caps ,
Visas
The U.S. faces a shortage of 124,000 physicians by 2034 according to the latest study by the Association of American Medical Colleges – a projection exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, hospitals seeing increased traffic,...more
Litigator Mary Kate Fernandez will present a one-hour CLE regarding the upcoming changes to the H-1B visa and how those changes will affect the sponsorship process.
The H-1B visa is a valuable tool for US employers looking...more
2/13/2023
/ Continuing Legal Education ,
Foreign Workers ,
H-1B ,
Highly-Skilled Workers Visa ,
Hiring & Firing ,
Immigration Procedures ,
Labor Certifications ,
Lottery ,
Specialty Occupations ,
Temporary Work Visas ,
Visa Caps ,
Webinars
In a recent update, we discussed the Louisiana Supreme Court’s June 29, 2022 holding in Martin v. Thomas which allows a plaintiff to pursue simultaneous claims of direct negligence and vicarious liability against an employer...more
Last week, in Martin v. Thomas, the Louisiana Supreme Court issued an opinion that will certainly impact the trucking industry, but could also have far-ranging consequences for any personal injury case involving simultaneous...more