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COVID-19

DHS Lifts Airport Restrictions for Travelers Exempt from COVID Travel Bans

Back in January, the Department of Homeland Security restricted airplane travel from countries that are on the restricted travel list to one of 15 airports in the United States. Starting on September 14, 2020, travelers that are exempt from the…

Jenny ZhanSeptember 17, 2020

COVID-19

I had to terminate the employment of an H-1B employee due to the Corona virus outbreak. What are my obligations as an H-1B Employer? Do I have to pay for the employee’s flight?

Covid-19 has changed the rules for travel, engagement and employment. Many companies have started to reduce wages and put staff on leave, and some companies have terminated employees. If your company had to terminate employment of an H-1B employee, here is a…

Jenny ZhanApril 14, 2020

COVID-19

Coronavirus Update: Travel Ban Extended to Europe

The White House issued another presidential proclamation imposing travel restrictions and quarantines on travelers from countries in the European Schengen Area starting on 5 PM EST March 13 due to the coronavirus. This is after the travel ban imposed on travelers…

Jenny ZhanMarch 12, 2020