Top I-9 Audit Mistakes to Avoid in 2026
As we head into 2026, U.S. employers are facing a heightened focus on immigration enforcement from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). With the Trump administration prioritizing worksite compliance, I-9 audits are expected to surge, targeting industries like hospitality, agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare. The Form I-9, required by […]
E-Verify Resumes Operations: Updated Guidelines for Employers and Employees
Creating E-Verify Cases Employers enrolled in E-Verify must create cases for employees hired during the period when E-Verify was unavailable. Cases must be created by Tuesday, October 14, 2025, using the hire date from the employee’s Form I-9. If the case could not be created within three business days due to E-Verify’s unavailability, employers will […]
E-Verify Resumes Operation Amid Government Shutdown
E-Verify, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) employment eligibility verification system, is back online as of October 7, 2025, despite the ongoing government shutdown. After a suspension of services on October 1 due to the shutdown, USCIS restored access to the system, though it remains uncertain how long it will stay operational or […]