Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is Terminating Family Reunification Parole (FRP) Processes
DHS announced the termination of all categorical family reunification parole programs for nationals of Colombia, Cuba, Ecuador, El Salvador…
DHS is Terminating Temporary Protected Status for Ethiopia
DHS announced the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ethiopia, effective February 13, 2026. The previous expiration date w…
Issues Regarding Employee Access to Their Personnel Files
Employers have varied practices regarding what materials to add to employee personnel files, but such materials generally include on-boardi…
Issues of Employer Access to Employees’ Personal Devices Such as Cell Phones, Etc
Many employers have not adequately considered that business-related communications exist on personal employees’ cell phones and other devic…
Settlement Agreement Wording Can Determine Tax Treatment
A settlement agreement of a discrimination case can be instrumental in determining its tax treatment. First, any portion of the settlement…
Employers Should Be Careful in the Wording of Their Cobra Notices
Employers should be aware that the federal COBRA law requires employers with 20 or more employees to allow workers to temporarily continue…