Since March of 2020, remote Form I-9 verification through a variety of electronic and virtual methods has been allowed where all employees were working remotely due to COVID or, after April 1, 2021, when a new employee needed to work remotely due to COVID. The policy allowing remote Form I-9 […]
Labor & Employment Law Update
DHS Announces New Form I-9 Remote Verification Flexibility
on Monday, 31 July 2023 in
Labor & Employment Law Update: Sarah M. Huyck, Editor
On July 25, 2023, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a final rule addressing a new optional remote procedure for the Form I-9 employment eligibility verification process, effective August 1, 2023. As a reminder, Form I-9 regulations require employers to physically examine identity and employment verification documentation presented […]
At Last…the New Form I-9 is Released, Effective August 1st
on Tuesday, 25 July 2023 in
Labor & Employment Law Update: Sarah M. Huyck, Editor
Today, July 25, 2023, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) published formal notice of a new streamlined and shortened Form I-9 effective August 1, 2023. While employers may continue to use the current version through October 31, 2023, fines will be levied if the new Form is not used (for […]
U.S. Supreme Court Clarifies Affirmative Action in Higher Education
on Tuesday, 11 July 2023 in
Labor & Employment Law Update: Sarah M. Huyck, Editor
A recent United States Supreme Court ruling, curtailing the use of affirmative action in higher education, will require many universities to alter their admissions processes. Affirmative action in the educational context is the use of race-conscious admissions policies that are designed to restore those who have experienced discrimination, foster diversity, […]
U.S. Supreme Court Expands First Amendment Rights for Business Owners
on Tuesday, 11 July 2023 in
Labor & Employment Law Update: Sarah M. Huyck, Editor
The Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision, 303 Creative LLC v. Elenis, issued on Friday, June 30, 2023, held that requiring a business owner to create customized wedding websites for same-sex couples would violate the business owner’s First Amendment right to free speech. This holding expands First Amendment rights for business owners […]
