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August 4, 2009

E-Verify Usage Continues to Increase

A recent USCIS study reports that American businesses authenticate 1 in 4 new hires’ work status using

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August 4, 2009

Department of Homeland Security Unveils New Website and YouTube Channel

The Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) recently unveiled its updated website and YouTube channel.

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August 4, 2009

Eleventh Circuit Finds Bus Drivers Exempt from FLSA's Overtime Provisions

On July 23, 2009, the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court’s grant of summary

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August 4, 2009

Skilled Immigrants Leaving the United States in Record Numbers

 Increased unemployment, coupled with immigration restrictions and delays has resulted in many skilled

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August 4, 2009

Bill Would Clarify Independent Contractor Rules, Increase Employer Penalties for Misclassification

Last week Rep. Jim McDermott (D-Wash.) reintroduced the Taxpayer Responsibility, Accountability, and

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August 3, 2009

IT Firms Look to NAFTA to Offset Proposed Limit on H1-B Visas

Anticipating greater restrictions on H1-B visas, Indian IT firms operating in the United States are considering

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August 3, 2009

DOL Issues Proposed Rule Requiring Federal Contractors to Notify Employees of Their Rights Under Federal Labor Law

Pursuant to President Obama’s Executive Order (EO): Notification of Employee Rights Under Federal Labor

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July 31, 2009

UAE: Fingerprints Now Required for Residency Visa

In an effort to prevent fraud and identity theft, next month the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Federal

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July 31, 2009

Australia: Government Looks to Indian Professionals to Fill Employment Gaps

As reported by The Economic Times, due to an aging workforce and gaps in its IT, engineering, and medical

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July 31, 2009

Bill Introduced in House and Senate Would Expand FMLA Leave for Military Family Members

Rep. Lynn Woolsey (D-CA) and Sen. Chris Dodd (D-CT) have introduced a bill in both chambers of Congress

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