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The Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 is a form issued by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services to verify the identity and employment eligibility of workers within the United States. U.S. Employers... more +
The Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 is a form issued by the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services to verify the identity and employment eligibility of workers within the United States. U.S. Employers must require all employees, both citizens and non-citizens, to complete an I-9 and present supporting documentation, such as a passport or green card. less -
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Final Countdown: 2021 Venezuela TPS Work Authorization Now Ends in November

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On September 5, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released a prepublication version of the Federal Register Notice officially terminating the 2021 Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Venezuela. The...more

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E-Verify’s Latest Update: Navigating Parole-Based EAD Risks

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On August 26, 2025, E-Verify released a new set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and expanded guidance on the revocation of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) issued under humanitarian parole programs....more

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TPS Terminations: Key Employer Takeaways for Nepal, Honduras & Nicaragua

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In an anticipated move, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its Temporary Protected Status (TPS) webpages to reflect the termination of TPS designations for Nepal, Honduras, and Nicaragua, a...more

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TPS for Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua: Another Shift in the Legal Winds

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No action is required just yet, but employers and stakeholders should be aware of a significant development in the ongoing litigation surrounding Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua. We expect...more

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TPS EADs: The New One-Year Limit & What Employers Need to Know After the Big Beautiful Bill

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In a summer of sweeping immigration updates, the Big Beautiful Bill appears to now reshape how employers manage Form I-9 compliance for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) beneficiaries. On July 22, 2025, the Federal Register...more

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Rise in E-Verify Desk Audits: What U.S. Employers Need to Know in 2025

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In recent months, we have seen a notable uptick in E-Verify desk audits and related inquiries from federal and state agencies. This trend reflects the current administration’s heightened focus on employer immigration...more

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ICE in Indian Country: 6 Considerations for Tribal Employers as Immigration Enforcement Agents Enter Homelands

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Reports of federal immigration agents entering tribal lands without recognizing valid tribal identification have prompted urgent concerns for tribal employers nationwide. In early 2025, ICE enforcement actions in tribal...more

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TPS for Honduras, Nepal, Nicaragua Extended: The Ride Rolls On

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In a major legal development, a federal judge in the Northern District of California has postponed the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nationals of Honduras, Nepal, and Nicaragua. This decision, issued on...more

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E-Verify Revocation Lists for CHNV Updated: Employers Have to Add One More Thing to Their To-Do Lists

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US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) initially deployed the Status Change Report on June 20, 2025, to help certain employers identify whether any E-Verify cases were created using an Employment Authorization...more

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TPS Haiti Work Authorization Extended to February 2026, Employers need to Make I-9 Updates.

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In a significant development for employers and Haitian nationals under Temporary Protected Status (TPS), the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has updated its guidance to reflect a court-ordered automatic...more

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TPS for Honduras and Nicaragua Ends: What Employers Need to Know About the 60-Day Work Authorization Extension

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As we have covered in prior blog posts on Temporary Protected Status (TPS) as it continues to evolve, this week brings significant developments. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the termination of TPS...more

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SCOTUS Unravels 2023 TPS for Venezuela: Employers Await USCIS Guidance

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In a pivotal immigration development, the U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) has effectively granted the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) permission to proceed with the termination of the 2023 Temporary Protected Status (TPS)...more

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Court Halts TPS Termination for Venezuelans: Relief (and Uncertainty) for Employers

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On March 31, 2025, Federal Judge Edward M. Chen of the Northern District of California issued a stay on the Trump administration’s revocation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Venezuelans in the United States....more

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Don’t Get Caught in the Cold by ICE: How Employers Can Prepare for Increased Enforcement of Immigration Compliance

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The first month of the Trump administration has confirmed that employers can expect increased enforcement of immigration compliance. Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and Homeland...more

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DHS Shortens Deportation Protection Timeframe for Haitian Nationals – What Employers Need to Know About New TPS Designation Period

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The Trump administration just shortened the duration of deportation protections for certain Haitian nationals who are in the United States, and this change could impact your workplace. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)...more

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Trump administration's focus on immigration enforcement means companies should be prepared

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Robust immigration enforcement was a consistent theme that the Republican party sounded during the presidential campaign. Since taking office, the second Trump administration has surged into action with remarkable speed,...more

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ICE at the Worksite: What Should Employers Do

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In 2003, Congress created the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Within the DHS is the interior enforcement arm, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), that enforces federal laws governing border control,...more

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Immigration Enforcement Actions and Compliance – Best Practices for Employers

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Through a series of sweeping executive orders, the Trump Administration has launched a systematic overhaul of U.S. immigration policy.  The Administration’s prioritization of immigration enforcement will likely impact...more

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Workplace Immigration Update: February 7 Edition

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The initial weeks of President Donald Trump's second term have seen the administration enact several significant new immigration policies that have immediate implications for employers across the United States. Understanding...more

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Executive Orders Give First Insight into Trump Administration Immigration Priorities

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On January 20, 2025, the Trump Administration issued multiple immigration-related Executive Orders focusing on border security, rolling back humanitarian programs, increased vetting of visa applicants, and an attempt to end...more

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DHS Announces Permanent Increase of Automatic EAD Extensions

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a permanent increase in the automatic extension period for certain Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) up to 540 days. The final rule will take effect on January 13,...more

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[Webinar] Navigating I-9 Compliance in a Trump Era of Enforcement - December 11th, 12:00 pm EST

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Join industry leaders Bill Riley, Morgan Bailey, and John Shofi as they share actionable insights and strategies to help your organization prepare for an anticipated increase in government worksite enforcement actions under...more

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USCIS Trial Launch of E-Verify+: What Employers Need to Know

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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a trial launch of E-Verify+ on May 29, 2024. This trial will enable E-Verify to conduct testing and receive feedback to refine the E-Verify+ product before releasing...more

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Valentines Day Glitch: E-Verify Photo-Match Mayem

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On the morning of February 14, 2024, several clients reached out after encountering issues with the photo matching tool in E-Verify. They reported discrepancies where the photos transmitted by E-Verify did not align with the...more

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Workplace Law Forecast 2024 - Your workplace law recap for 2023 and predictions for 2024 to help you prepare for the coming year.

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When I reflect on the relationship that our firm has with our clients, I’m most proud of the fact that you can always count on us. That often means defending complex litigation, steering you through regulatory threats,...more

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