Year End Compliance Checklist for HR Teams in 2026
As December 2025 draws to a close, HR professionals must prioritize year-end tasks to ensure compliance with evolving federal, state, and local regulations. Proactive compliance not only mitigates risks—like I-9 penalties ranging from $250 to $2,500 per form (USCIS guidelines)—but also strengthens the foundation for talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention. Retaliation claims continue to dominate, comprising over 56% […]
Remote I-9 Verification: What Employers Need to Know in 2025–2026
Since 2020, remote verification of Form I-9 documents has moved from a temporary pandemic flexibility to a permanent option, with important rules and deadlines employers can’t afford to miss. Here’s exactly where things stand as of November 2025 and what you need to do to stay compliant. 1. Permanent Remote Examination Is Here — But […]
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 […]
Form I-9 Acceptable Documents
To verify their identity and legal authorization to work, employees must present certain documentation to their employers. This process is vital for ensuring compliance with regulations governing employment and immigration. There are three categories of documents that can be used for this purpose: List A: Documents that confirm both identity and employment authorization. List B: […]
Understanding Form I-9 Management
Businesses need to navigate a myriad of compliance requirements, one of which is the proper management of Form I-9. This form is critical in verifying the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States. Ensuring compliance with the I-9 process is not just a legal obligation; it also fosters a […]