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##  Immigration

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August 07, 2025

Category: Webinars: Employment Law "Hot Topics"

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January 02, 2025

Category: Employment Law Newsletter: A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues

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June 26, 2025

Category: Employment Law Newsletter: A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues

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January 30, 2026

Category: Employment Law Newsletter: A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues

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April 06, 2023

Category: Employment Law Newsletter: A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues

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July 18, 2025

Category: Webinars: Employment Law "Hot Topics"

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February 13, 2016

Category: Employment Law Newsletter: A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues

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January 13, 2025

Category: Webinars: Employment Law "Hot Topics"

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February 04, 2025

Category: Employment Law Newsletter: A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues

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April 02, 2025

Category: Alerts

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June 20, 2025

Category: Employment Law Newsletter: A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues

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November 12, 2025

Category: Webinars: Employment Law "Hot Topics"

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November 07, 2025

Category: Alerts

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December 04, 2025

Category: Alerts

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January 30, 2026

Category: Employment Law Newsletter: A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues

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February 09, 2026

Category: Alerts

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October 31, 2025

Category: Employment Law Newsletter: A Monthly Report On Labor Law Issues

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May 12, 2026

Category: Webinars: Employment Law "Hot Topics"

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[02:00]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What law made it illegal to knowingly hire or retain unauthorized workers and required the Form I-9 process?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. [02:26, 02:35]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How did enforcement intensity change during the Trump administration?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "There were increased worksite raids and arrests with a sevenfold increase in ICE arrests at worksites in 2018. [02:59]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Which industries are worksite raids tending to focus on?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "They are focusing on employee staffing agencies, restaurants, manufacturing, grocery stores, meat processing, and probably a few other industries. [04:19]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are ICE and Homeland Security now serving to employers to request documents?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "They are serving thousands of Notices of Inspection, which are requests for documents like I-9s and payroll records. [05:27]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How quickly must an employer present records after receiving a Notice of Inspection?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You have to be ready to present those records within three business days of the demand. [05:54]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is a Notice of Suspect Documents?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is a notice issued after review of records that identifies employees who do not appear to have proper work authorization. [06:14]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the typical fine for I-9 paperwork violations?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The fine is usually over $2,800 per I-9. [07:08]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How do ICE 287(g) agreements relate to local police?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The 287(g) agreements allow local police to help enforce immigration laws, with over 579 such agreements nationwide. [07:44, 08:00]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How can employers prepare for an ICE audit of their records?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Employers should ensure they have a properly completed Form I-9 for each employee, that the hire date on the I-9 matches payroll and E-Verify records, and that documents recorded on the I-9 match documents submitted to E-Verify. [09:47, 10:11]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are Status Change Reports in the E-Verify system?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "These reports notify employers of people who have lost employment authorization, for example, due to termination of parole status or TPS status. [11:51]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is required for law enforcement to enter non-public areas of a workplace during a raid?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "They must have a valid search warrant or the employer's consent. [13:00]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What must a judicial search warrant include?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It must be signed and dated by a judge, include a timeframe for the search, a description of the premises, and a list of items to be searched for. [13:21]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What does it mean for a company to accept the warrant but not consent to the search?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "You do not have a choice when they enter with a judicial warrant, but you can state that you do not consent to the search, which allows you to later challenge the search if there are grounds to do so. [14:02]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can law enforcement use an administrative subpoena to enter private areas of a business without permission?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No, an administrative warrant or subpoena does not allow agents to enter private areas without your permission. [15:52]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What should an employer look for to confirm a document is a judicial warrant?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "A judicial warrant must be signed by a judge and say "US District court" or have a state court identification at the top. [18:22]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Should company representatives give statements to federal agents?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Company representatives should not give any statements to federal agents or allow themselves to be interrogated before consulting with an attorney. [22:48]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can an employer direct employees to refuse to speak to federal agents?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No, you may inform employees that they may choose whether or not to talk with federal agents, but do not direct them to refuse to speak to agents. [23:13]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Should an employer hide employees or assist them in leaving the premises during a raid?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No, you should not hide employees or assist them in leaving the premises without permission to do so, as it could result in an obstruction of justice charge. [24:30]" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is the EEOC still active under the current administration?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. The EEOC is very much alive, and charges are being filed. The agency has shown an increase in aggressive investigations and recently registered its largest public settlement in almost 20 years. (04:41)" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do my company's anti-discrimination policies need to be updated?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": " Yes. Policies and employee handbooks should be treated as living documents and audited annually to ensure compliance with recent legal changes. (02:45)" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can we choose a job candidate based on their qualifications without risking a discrimination lawsuit?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. You can and should choose the most qualified candidate. The key is to base your decision on objective, job-related criteria like experience, skills, and work history. The law is violated when a company uses these criteria as a pretext for a decision actually based on a protected characteristic like age, race, or gender. For example, it's legal to choose a candidate with more experience. It's illegal to reject a candidate with more experience because you assume they're "too old" for the team. (10:42)" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), and how does it affect our company handbook?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The PWFA requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for pregnant employees. It's critical to update your handbook to reflect that in some cases, you cannot deny an accommodation for an obvious pregnancy even without a doctor's note. The standard for accommodation has been lowered. (16:09)" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can we fire an employee who is out on workers' compensation?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Terminating an employee on workers' compensation is legally risky. It is generally more prudent to wait until they return or have reached maximum medical improvement, unless you can prove the position would have been eliminated regardless of their injury. (42:14)" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is it okay to put a lactation space in a bathroom?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No. Under the Pump Act, the lactation space must be a private area that is not a bathroom. (18:44)" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does our company need to put up labor law posters?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Employers should ensure they have up-to-date and legally required posters from various agencies (e.g., EEOC, FLSA, NLRB) displayed in a conspicuous place. (40:24)" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Should a manager make a complaint for an employee who is being harassed if the employee is not willing to?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Recent EEOC guidance suggests that an individual aware of a colleague in the same protected class being harassed may have standing to bring their own harassment claim, even if they were not the direct target. Employers should take all reports of harassment seriously. (21:58)" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the best way to handle an employee complaint?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is important to have clear, well-documented, and consistently followed procedures for all complaints. Training for managers and an "open door" policy help ensure employees feel heard and that their complaints are taken seriously. (24:06)" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How is the NLRB changing under the current administration?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The administration is shifting toward more employer-friendly policies, though changes are occurring slowly due to a previous lack of a quorum and appointed general counsel. The board is currently working through a backlog of approximately 700 cases. Time: 01:03" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the benefits of participating in the Department of Labor's voluntary programs?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Employers who participate in these voluntary programs can "straighten up" their policies and reach mutual agreements that reduce potential fines and entirely eliminate liquidated damages in wage and hour matters. Time: 03:05" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Will the Cemex ruling and "captive audience" meetings change?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "It is anticipated that the Cemex case, which allows for union bargaining orders based on card checks, will be among the first rulings to be reversed. Additionally, the board is expected to quickly restore the legality of "captive audience" meetings, such as one-on-ones and small group sessions during organizing campaigns. Time: 05:06" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the current status of the U.S. border and immigration enforcement? ", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Illegal border crossings have reportedly dropped by 95% due to the deployment of several military divisions. While deportations continue, the current administration is also cutting back on legal immigration programs like TPS, parole, and DACA, as well as temporary guest worker entries. Time: 07:00" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How should companies manage I-9 compliance and immigration audits? ", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Companies should conduct regular internal audits of their I-9 forms because rules change frequently. It is recommended to have a formal immigration policy that instructs supervisors to report any knowledge of undocumented workers to upper management rather than acting on it themselves. Time: 08:56" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Is DEI still legally required for employers? ", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The legal landscape for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has changed significantly; the EEOC now prioritizes rooting out "unlawful DEI-motivated race and sex discrimination". Employment decisions must now be based on individual merit and equal employment considerations for every single decision, rather than group representation. Time: 12:02" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the "adverse impact" theory and is the government still enforcing it? ", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Adverse impact occurs when a neutral policy (like a lifting requirement) disproportionately affects a protected group. The current administration has announced that the government will no longer prosecute cases based on this theory, though private individuals can still file lawsuits based on it. Time: 18:57" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Should my company keep applicant flow logs? ", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "There is no longer a government requirement to keep applicant flow logs unless required by state law. Removing these logs may improve defense opportunities because they often provide the statistical data plaintiffs need to bring an adverse impact lawsuit. Time: 23:39" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the current legal standard for religious accommodations at work? ", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The Supreme Court has raised the bar for denying accommodations; employers must now prove that an accommodation causes "substantial harm to the business as a whole" rather than just a "de minimis" cost. Time: 28:53" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the risks of using AI in hiring and performance reviews? ", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "AI tools can lead to legal issues if they result in disproportionate exclusions of protected groups, which may trigger private "adverse impact" lawsuits. Additionally, feeding company data into AI could result in the loss of trade secrets or attorney-client privilege. Time: 36:33" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can an employer fire someone for a social media post?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "This is a complex area because many social media posts may be "legally protected speech" under the National Labor Relations Act. Employers should avoid "shooting from the hip" and instead use carefully drafted policies and specific protocols, such as taking screenshots of the post immediately. Time: 43:14" } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What are the penalties for I-9 paperwork errors during an ICE audit? ", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Immigration and Customs Enforcement is expanding work enforcement operations, issuing notices of inspection, and auditing I-9 forms. Fines for paperwork errors can reach up to $2,800 per violation. Furthermore, agents may detain employees at work sites and threaten federal contractors with debarment proceedings. " } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long do employers have to correct I-9 technical errors? ", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Employers typically receive 10 days to correct identified technical and procedural failures after a notice is issued. However, the government currently treats almost all I-9 errors as substantive violations, meaning employers might not receive an opportunity to correct errors before facing immediate fines." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can a company appeal an ICE Notice of Intent to Fine? ", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Employers can appeal a Notice of Intent to Fine through the Office of the Chief Administrative Hearing Officer. Appealing preserves the right to seek a settlement, which often results in substantial fine reductions because the government frequently settles to avoid adverse hearing officer decisions." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do ICE agents need a warrant to search a business? ", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Immigration officers are permitted to enter public areas, such as lobbies or parking lots, without a warrant. However, to access non-public operational areas like a production floor, agents must present a valid search warrant signed by a judge or obtain explicit consent from management." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How should an employer respond to an ICE search warrant?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The company should explicitly state that it accepts the warrant but does not consent to the search. This prevents obstruction charges while preserving the company's legal rights for future judicial challenges. Management should not physically block agents but should carefully document the entire process." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What happens if an employee's parole status expires? ", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Employers must review their E-Verify status change reports to ensure the worker remains lawfully employed. If their work authorization has expired or been terminated, the employer must terminate their employment immediately unless the employee presents another valid form of work authorization." } } ] }
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