USCIS Issues Clarification on the $100,000 H-1B Proclamation Fee: Scope, Applicability, and Employer Guidance
BackgroundOn September 19, 2025, the President issued a Proclamation under sections 212(f) and 215(a) of…
Maintaining Comprehensive Public Access Files: A Compliance Imperative in the Era of the $100K Wage Rule
The Public Access File (PAF) is not a mere formality in H-1B compliance — it…
Implementation of the New Immigration Parole Fee: Legal Implications and Guidance for Applicants
Beginning October 16, 2025, all individuals granted parole or re-parole into the United States will…
H-1B Cap 2026 Predictions: What Employers Should Expect from USCIS Next Year
This article offers predictions and strategic guidance for employers navigating the 2026 H-1B season, grounded…
How the DOL Shutdown Affects H-1B and PERM Processing Timelines
IntroductionGovernment shutdowns are not merely fiscal events; they have tangible legal and procedural consequences within…
Best Practices for LCA Posting and Recordkeeping in Hybrid Work Environments
In a world where hybrid work is the norm rather than the exception, LCA compliance…
How to Handle a USCIS Site Visit: Tips for Employers and Employees
USCIS site visits are a lawful component of the government’s integrity verification program. They are…
$100,000 H-1B Fee Under Legal Challenge: Global Nurse Force v. Trump
The suit challenges the constitutionality and legality of a presidential proclamation issued on September 19,…
ICE’s “Freaky Friday” Operation: Legal Analysis, Risks & Strategic Response
On October 3, 2025, circulating reports from AILA and other trusted legal‑immigration sources indicate that…
DOL Shutdown and Its Impact on Immigration Processing: A Legal and Strategic Overview
A “shutdown” in this context refers to the cessation of non-essential government functions due to…
Government Shutdown and Its Impact on U.S. Immigration: What Employers and Foreign Nationals Need to Know
IntroductionOn October 1, 2025, at 12:01 a.m. (ET), the United States entered a partial government…
Navigating U.S. Immigration in 2025: Challenges, Opportunities, and the New $100K Rule for Indian Professionals on H-1B and Beyond
Introduction For decades, Indian professionals have played a vital role in the U.S. economy’s reliance…