NEWS

30

Sep

2025

How Employers Should Navigate the Challenges of Work Authorization Terminations for Foreign Nationals Using Form I-9

The issue of work authorization termination has become increasingly complex, especially in light of recent changes to various U.S. federal humanitarian programs and work authorization statuses. These changes have led to the revocation of critical statuses like Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and other parole programs, creating significant challenges for both foreign nationals and their employers. READ MORE

26

Sep

2025

Common Myths About U.S. Immigration

Immigration to the United States is a complex and often misunderstood process. Misconceptions can lead to false hopes and unintentional legal missteps.   Myth: Green Card Holders Cannot Be Deported   Truth: Green card holders can be deported if they commit certain crimes or violate immigration laws. Permanent residency is not an absolute safeguard against READ MORE

26

Sep

2025

Proposed Weighted Selection Process for H-1B Lottery

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to change the current H-1B visa lottery from a purely random selection process to a weighted lottery system that prioritizes applicants based on the wages offered by employers, thereby favoring higher-paid and higher-skilled workers. Key Elements of the Proposed Weighted H-1B READ MORE

25

Sep

2025

What Happens to Immigration Cases If the Government Shuts Down

If the U.S. government shuts down over a budget impasse, it will impact many immigration cases in various ways, since a mix of federal agencies that govern immigration are funded differently.  This is what immigrants, employers, and families should know. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) USCIS handles most immigration applications (H-1B visa petitions, adjustment READ MORE