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H-1B Employee Termination

Termination of H-1B Employees: Legal Standards, Regulatory Obligations, Employer Liability, and Beneficiary Rights

Introduction Termination of an H-1B employee is not a routine HR event. Unlike normal at-will employment, where an employer may terminate a worker for any lawful reason, the H-1B category imposes strict federal immigration obligations on the employer. These rules arise from the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), the regulations of the United States Citizenship […]

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Change of Status COS

Understanding Change of Status (COS) in the United States: Legal Requirements, Employment Authorization, Compliance Risks, and Best-Practice Guidance

Introduction A Change of Status (COS) in the United States is one of the most frequently misunderstood procedures within the non-immigrant visa framework. Many applicants, employers, and HR teams mistakenly believe that once a COS petition is filed, the beneficiary may begin employment in the new status. This misunderstanding can result in unauthorized employment, violations

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