On June 18, 2025, after a pause on student visa appointments, the Department of State issued guidance to embassies and consular sections with new directives for screening the social media of F, M and J visa applicants.
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On Monday, May 20, Governor Bob Ferguson signed Senate Bill 5813 into law, introducing key changes to Washington’s tax landscape that may impact high net worth individuals and their estate planning strategies.
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The new administration has expressed a priority in enforcing I-9 compliance. Employers should be prepared for an increase in Form I-9 audits or worksite visits and mitigate risk of incurring fines for violations.
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In recent weeks, there have been reports of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents conducting unexpected visits at U.S. businesses and worksites. This alert provides general guidance on how employers should pre ...
Beginning as soon as Inauguration Day on January 20th, 2025, President-elect Trump could impose new immigration restrictions that will likely make the immigration sponsorship process more complicated for businesses and f ...
On August 20, 2024, a U.S. District Court ruled against the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), striking down the agency’s recently introduced Non-Compete Rule. This decision halts the implementation of the rule, which was ...
