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On August 18, 2022, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) issued a notice of proposed rulemaking allowing for optional alternative procedures for the examination of documents required by the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification. Currently, to complete the Form I-9, employers must physically examine documentation presented by new employees within three business days... READ MORE

For employers and workplaces that are operating entirely remotely, Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“ICE”) have temporarily implemented a flexible solution to assist in complying with the requirements related to Form I-9 completion. The initial announcement on the flexibility in requirements related to Form I-9 completion was on... READ MORE

Many employees are opting to work remotely today due to the efficiency and convenience of technology.  Nonetheless, when employers hire remote employees, employers must ensure continued compliance with Form I-9 requirements. READ MORE

E-Verify Is Down, but I-9s Are Up Employers who attempted to access E-Verify during the week of October 2 were stopped by the following error message: “E-Verify is currently unavailable due to a government shutdown.”  This error message raised several questions for employers, specifically whether Form I-9 requirements were suspended as well.  This concern... READ MORE

On March 8, 2013, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) released the long-awaited new Form I-9 for employers.  The new form is available here and features a newly-designed layout, more detailed instructions and additional data fields for completion.  Employers should begin using the new form immediately. Here is what’s new: READ MORE

A new Form I-9 was issued by USCIS yesterday, March 8, 2013.  The newly revised Form I-9 includes additional data fields, improved instructions and a new layout that expands the form to two pages.  Employers should begin using the new Form I-9 now.  However, there will be a 60-day grace period until May 7, 2013,... READ MORE

The employer hears a knock at the door.  Surprise!  ICE is on the other side to serve the employer with a Notice of Inspection to audit Forms I-9.  Of course, the employer repeats the ever-popular phrase, “Keep Calm and Carry On,” but what happens next?  Thoughts may be racing through the employer’s mind such... READ MORE