Immigrants can bring a wide range of experience to the U.S. workplace, and it is important for businesses to comply with employment requirements for these workers. General requirements There are several requirements of which business owners should be aware. First,...
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Appealing an immigration application denial
The United States welcomes immigrants from all over the world each year; however, there are some situations where an immigrant’s application is denied. Fortunately, there may be an opportunity to appeal the decision. Application denial An application may be denied for...
Addressing deportation from the U.S.
The immigration process can be complex. If a person is faced with deportation from the U.S., they may need help to understand the process. Deportation process information Every year, the U.S. identifies and removes immigrants that it believes have violated the law....
Understanding I-9 audits
An I-9 form is used to verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals who are hired in the United States. There are sections of this document that both the employee and employer must complete. I-9 requirements Employers must complete the I-9 form...
Employment visa eligibility
The United States has many opportunities for employment in several different fields of work. If a person who is not a U.S. citizen is interested in applying for a U.S. employment visa, there are several important steps to follow. Visa types and eligibility In addition...
Know your immigration rights
The current climate in the United States for immigrants is rather complicated. Immigration authorities are stricter now about enforcing immigration laws and the presence of sanctuary cities. The Attorney General's Office has launched a campaign called "Know Your...
What is happening to Title 42?
A portion of the U.S. Code has been receiving a lot of attention lately as would-be immigrants continue to pile up on the country’s southern border. The section at issue, known as Title 42, is actually not a statute but a regulation adopted by the Secretary of...
Helpful information for hiring immigrant workers
As a Chicago business owner, you know that hiring good employees is vital to the success of your business. The United States is currently made up of a diverse mix of immigrant workers. In fact, according to the Migration Policy Institute, in 2020, immigrant workers...
Circuit Court of Appeals applies the brakes to DACA
Legal pathways for citizenship have remained a topic of conversation since the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) became law in June of 2012. A press conference by Democratic senators addressed a recent decision by U.S. Appeals Court for the Fifth Circuit...
First Preference EB-1 employees: what are the requirements?
When running a business in Illinois, there is always competition. Trying to stay one step ahead is complicated. Finding qualified employees who can provide value may not be easy. In some cases, it is necessary to expand the search beyond the United States and hire...
