The nursing shortage has been a persistent problem in the United States for decades, with experts predicting it will only worsen in the coming years. Many factors contribute to the nursing shortage, including an aging population, the retirement of experienced nurses, and an increasing demand for healthcare services. » Read More
The H-1B visa program has become a highly-debated topic in recent years. The program, which allows employers to hire highly skilled foreign workers, has been criticized by some for displacing American workers and contributing to wage stagnation. Others claim the program is necessary to support many American industries. » Read More
The H-1B visa program has been the subject of intense scrutiny and controversy over the past few years with high denial rates causing significant challenges for companies seeking to hire foreign workers in specialty occupations. However, the H-1B visa landscape has experienced a dramatic shift under the Biden administration. » Read More
A recent announcement from the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) reports that a Minnesota-based staffing agency has settled allegations of discrimination against noncitizen workers. The settlement involves the resolution of allegations that the chain violated the law in the manner it verified its employees’ employment authorization. » Read More
The Department of Justice (DOJ), according to its recent announcement, has secured a settlement agreement with national bakery chain Lady M. The settlement resolves the DOJ’s determination that the chain violated the law in the manner it verified the employment authorization of its employees. » Read More
A wave of layoffs across Silicon Valley poses significant implications for the economy as the United States struggles to avoid a recession. Given that the tech industry relies heavily on foreign labor, these cost-cutting measures pose unique consequences for foreign workers. » Read More
According to a recent announcement from the Department of Justice (“DOJ”), Giant Food, a Pennsylvania-based grocery store chain, has settled allegations of discrimination against noncitizen workers. The announcement underscores the significance of ensuring compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act (the “INA”) and the severe consequences of failing to do so. » Read More
According to a recent announcement from the Department of Justice, a Maryland-based cleaning and janitorial company reached an agreement with the Department of Justice to settle allegations of discrimination against noncitizen workers. The announcement highlights the importance of ensuring compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act (the “INA”) and the consequences of failing to do so. » Read More
The Department of Justice recently announced a series of settlements resolving claims that major companies discriminated against noncitizens on college job recruiting platforms. By posting jobs that indicated U.S. citizenship was a requirement for the position, the companies ran afoul of the anti-discrimination provisions of the Immigration and Nationality Act. » Read More
The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced the sentencing of a Florida business owner for his participation in a decades-long criminal operation involving the recruitment of undocumented workers for personal profit. The sentencing highlights the significant repercussions of immigration-related crimes and the ongoing efforts of the Department of Justice to target and prosecute business practices that violate U.S. » Read More