Headlines: DOL Proposes to Amend H-2B Regulations for Employer-Provided Wage Surveys – The Department of Labor proposes to amend the regulations consistent with recent federal litigation by clarifying existing requirements for employer-provided surveys for the H-2B program. DOL also proposes to add new requirements and eliminate Form ETA-9165. DHS to Supplement H-2B Cap With Nearly […]
Headlines: What Should Employers and Investors Expect in the Second Trump Term? – Former President Donald Trump’s election to a second term in the White House is sure to reshape immigration law and enforcement. What should employers expect, and how can they prepare? Biden Administration’s ‘Parole in Place’ Program Struck Down by Federal Judge – […]
In the face of an election outcome that unfortunately focused negatively on immigrants, our dedication to advocating for and defending immigrants remains steadfast, no matter the obstacles or the consequences. Over the years, we have tirelessly represented immigrants and their employers through even the most challenging of times, weathering diverse political landscapes, catastrophic disasters, and […]
Headlines: USCIS Approves New Credentialing Organization for Healthcare Workers – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has approved International Education Evaluations, LLC, as a new credentialing organization for healthcare workers for certain immigration purposes. USCIS Updates Guidance for T Visas – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has revised guidance in its Policy Manual related to the […]
INSIDE THIS ISSUE DHS Designates Lebanon for Temporary Protected Status, Announces Other Relief – The Department of Homeland Security announced several measures “to provide temporary immigration reprieve to eligible Lebanese nationals currently in the United States” and allow them to request work authorization, including Temporary Protected Status, Deferred Enforced Departure, and Special Student Relief. DOL […]
Headlines: OFLC Releases FAQs on Employer Needs and Communications During Recent Major Disasters – The Department of Labor’s Office of Foreign Labor Certification released frequently asked questions on issues related to employer needs and communications in Hurricane Helene-affected areas and Vermont. USCIS Updates Guidance on Expedite Requests – The update clarifies how the agency considers […]
Headlines: FY 2026 Diversity Visa Program Application Period Is Underway – The online registration period for the Diversity Visa (DV)-2026 program began on October 2, 2024, and concludes on November 5, 2024. USCIS Issues New Guidance on EB-1 ‘Extraordinary Ability’ Eligibility Criteria – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services issued policy guidance, effective immediately, to further […]
October 1, 2024 – Cyrus D. Mehta & Partners PLLC is proud to announce its acquisition of Claudia Slovinsky and Associates, PLLC, significantly expanding and deepening its immigration law practice. Both law firms are renowned for providing exceptional legal representation in a wide range of immigration matters, including business immigration, labor certifications, removal defense, waivers, […]
Headlines: USCIS Rejects ‘Unusually High Number’ of Alien Worker Petitions, Releases Tips – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has had to “reject an unusually high number of Forms I-140 (Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker) at intake because of incorrect fees and missing information.” The agency released tips for petitioners. Work Authorization Procedures Announced for Liberians […]
Headlines: USCIS Reaches H-2B Cap for First Half of FY 2025 – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has received enough petitions to reach the congressionally mandated cap on H-2B visas for temporary nonagricultural workers for the first half of fiscal year 2025. USCIS Extends Green Card Validity to 36 Months for Renewals – U.S. Citizenship […]
