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Does Covid-19 impact my obligations as an H-1B or E-3 Employer? What things should I keep in mind? Is Part-Time Work Possible? Is furlough possible for an H-1B employee? COVID-19

Does Covid-19 impact my obligations as an H-1B or E-3 Employer? What things should I keep in mind? Is Part-Time Work Possible? Is furlough possible for an H-1B employee?

Covid-19 has changed the rules for travel, engagement and employment.  Many companies have already started to reduce wages and put staff on leave.  Some companies have terminated employees.  For companies that have employees in E-3 or H-1B status, they must…
March 26, 2020
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Coronavirus Update: Department of Homeland Security Issues Guidelines on Remote I-9 Verification during COVID-19 COVID-19

Coronavirus Update: Department of Homeland Security Issues Guidelines on Remote I-9 Verification during COVID-19

Due to many companies moving operations to remote working or working from home, the Department of Homeland Security has issued interim guidelines on remote I-9 verification during this emergency. In normal times, when an employee starts at a company, companies…
March 26, 2020
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I am in the U.S. on E-2 employee visa. Can I apply for unemployment benefits due to the Coronavirus? Can my spouse apply for unemployment benefits due to the Coronavirus? COVID-19

I am in the U.S. on E-2 employee visa. Can I apply for unemployment benefits due to the Coronavirus? Can my spouse apply for unemployment benefits due to the Coronavirus?

Due to the coronavirus outbreak, many of our clients ask us the following question: Can I apply for unemployment benefits? If I apply for unemployment benefits, will the government determine that I am likely to become a public charge? Let’s…
March 25, 2020
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How will the Covid-19 impact my Visa? Will the Corona (Covid -19) Virus impact my visa? Immigration issues Associated with the Corona Virus. COVID-19

How will the Covid-19 impact my Visa? Will the Corona (Covid -19) Virus impact my visa? Immigration issues Associated with the Corona Virus.

Covid-19 has changed the rules for travel, engagement and employment.  We hope all are staying safe and coping with this crisis.  Over the last several days, we have had a flurry of questions from both current and prospective clients regarding…
March 21, 2020
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Coronavirus Update: USCIS Announced Temporary Suspension of Premium Processing for All I-129 and I-140 Petitions COVID-19

Coronavirus Update: USCIS Announced Temporary Suspension of Premium Processing for All I-129 and I-140 Petitions

USCIS has announced today, March 20, the immediate and temporary suspension of premium processing service for all Form I-129 and Form I-140 petitions until further notice due to the coronavirus outbreak. Premium processing costs $1410 and guarantees that USCIS will…
March 20, 2020
I am in the United States on Visa Waiver or ESTA and my Period of Admission is Expiring. What is Satisfactory Departure and how can I request this during the Coronavirus? COVID-19

I am in the United States on Visa Waiver or ESTA and my Period of Admission is Expiring. What is Satisfactory Departure and how can I request this during the Coronavirus?

The Visa Waiver Program or ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorization) is a program that allows citizens from certain countries (38 countries) to apply for admission to the U.S. using a simplified process.  The applicant can use a web interface…
March 16, 2020
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Coronavirus Update: New York and New Jersey Asylum Offices Cancel Interview Decision Pick-Up Appointments COVID-19

Coronavirus Update: New York and New Jersey Asylum Offices Cancel Interview Decision Pick-Up Appointments

In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the New York Asylum Office and the Newark Asylum Office has, effective March 12 until further notice, cancelled decision pick-up appointments. Instead the decisions will be mailed to the applicant instead. This decision comes…
March 11, 2020
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