National Foundation for American Policy released its November 2012 policy recommendations recognizing immigration reform for health care workers as a broad measure to deal with increasing labor demand and shortage in the health care industry arising from the needs of the aging U.S. population and the Affordable Care Act. These policy recommendations are necessary at … Continue Reading
In Edwards v. Geisinger Clinic the Third Circuit held that a health clinic’s statement to a physician and to immigration officials regarding a physician’s “at least three year” employment did not create an employment contract. A physician took a job with a health clinic with the understanding that he must work at the clinic for … Continue Reading
Contributed by Piyush Seth, Esquire pseth@tuckerlaw.com or 412.594.5640 July 6, 2010, the Department of Justice, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of State, which share responsibilities in administering federal immigration law filed suit against Arizona’s recently passed immigration law, S.B. 1070, in Federal court citing conflict with Federal law. Attorney General Holder stated … Continue Reading
Contributed by Piyush Seth, Esquire pseth@tuckerlaw.com or 412.594.5640 Comprehensive Immigration Reform for America’s Security and Prosperity (CIR ASAP) Act of 2009 (H.R. 4321) has been introduced by Rep. Gutierrez (D-IL) on December 15, 2009 along with 87 other members of the House of Representatives. The proposed legislation covers comprehensive immigration issues that include, enforcement, legalization … Continue Reading
Contributed by: Piyush Seth, Esquire 412.594.5640, pseth@tuckerlaw.com As of November 6, 2009, approximately 54,700 H-1B cap-subject petitions had been filed. As per American Immigration Lawyers Association, see AILA InfoNet Doc. No. 09042065 (posted Nov. 17, 2009). USCIS has approved sufficient H1-B petitions for aliens with advanced degrees to meet the exemption of 20,000 from the fiscal year 2010 cap. Any … Continue Reading
As of September 8, 2009, all federal contractors and subcontractors are now required to utilize the controversial E-Verify system to confirm an employees right to work legally in the United States. In addition, those companies receiving stimulus funds will be required to implement E-Verify. The controversy arises from the fact that the administration continues to expand the … Continue Reading
As of September 8, 2009, all federal contractors and subcontractors are now required to utilize the controversial E-Verify system to confirm an employees right to work legally in the United States. In addition, those companies receiving stimulus funds will also be required to implement E-Verify. The controversy arises from the fact that the administration continues to expand … Continue Reading
New York Times reports Obama’s immigration timetable “Obama Sets Immigration Changes for 2010” Los Angels Times “Debate heats up on healthcare for illegal immigrants” … Continue Reading
HR 2536, The Emergency Nursing Supply Relief Act, See http://www.govtrack.us/congress/billtext.xpd?bill=h111-2536 has been introduced in the House by Congressman Robert Wexler. Although there is a long process ahead this first step provides hope for much needed relief for the U.S. nursing shortage as it will make immigrant visas specifically available for nurses. These visas are currently unavailable and have been backlogged for … Continue Reading
Findings by the Council were that the broken US Immigration System risks serious consequences to U.S. national interests: Specifically: – Weaken US Economy – Jeopardize Diplomacy – Imperil National Security Council on Foreign Relations Press Release: http://www.aila.org/content/fileviewer.aspx?docid=29470&linkid=206416 Council on Foreign Relations Report on Immigration Policy: http://www.aila.org/content/fileviewer.aspx?docid=29470&linkid=206410… Continue Reading
The August Visa Bulletin was just released. Currently Employment Based Category Three (Skilled Worker) remains unavailable and Employment Based Category Two (Advanced Degree Professional) for India is backlogged to October 1, 2003. For all other countries Advanced Degree Professional Immigrant visas are currently available. Please see August 2009 State Department Visa Bulletin Piyush Seth 412.594.5640 … Continue Reading
Tucker Arensberg is proud to announce that immigration attorney Piyush Seth has joined the Firm as a Shareholder and has launched the Immigration Law Practice at the Firm.… Continue Reading
WASHINGTON—U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it has submitted to the Federal Register an interim final rule that will streamline the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9) process….. To read more about this article click link below: www.medlawblog.com/uploads/file/I-9 update Dec 2008.pdf… Continue Reading
Please be advised that effective January 12, 2009, elgibile citizens or nationals from ALL Visa Waiver Program Countries must obtain approval through ESTA (The Electronic System for Travel Authorization) prior to traveling to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program. For information regarding whether an e-Passport is required, a list of Visa Waiver Program … Continue Reading
The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is an electronic system for screening Visa Waiver Program passengers before they begin travel to the United States without a visa. It is anticipated that ESTA will become mandatory for Visa Waiver Program travelers on January 12, 2009. www.medlawblog.com/uploads/file/Visa waiver – passport reqts.pdf Lisa Ventresca… Continue Reading
WASHINGTON – U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it has received enough H-1B petitions to meet the congressionally mandated cap for fiscal year 2009. USCIS has also received more than 20,000 H-1B petitions filed on behalf …Read More Lisa Ventresca… Continue Reading
U.S. nationals are required to hold a U.S. passport for entry (by air) into the U.S. Effective 6-1-09, all U.S. nationals traveling by sea or land must also hold a U.S. passport. Click the link to read the DOS press release as well as a FAQ sheet on the topic. www.medlawblog.com/DOS release on Passport Rule(1).pdf … Continue Reading
The USCIS issued an update regarding revised instructions for Form I-131, Application for Travel Document. The revised instructions include changes for re-entry permit and refugee travel document applicants. The text of the changes is attached. www.medlawblog.com/Biometric changes.pdf… Continue Reading
BY: Kenneth M. Ventresca, Esq., Lisa M. Ventresca, Esq. and Michael Cassidy, Esq. Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) who reside and are employed in the United States on a J-1 Visa generally are required to return to their home country for a period of two (2) years as a prerequisite for applying for permanent residency or … Continue Reading
The attached is a bulletin directing employers to be aware of possible I-9 violations and the fraudulent use of social security cards. Your company clients may have an interest in this info. www.medlawblog.com/ICE update(2).pdfLisa M. Ventresca… Continue Reading
For the first time in 16 years, the Federal Government has changed the I-9 Immigration Form. It has now been released and ALL employers, regardless of size are required to fill one out for each new employee. Only this amended version of the Form I-9 will be accepted as valid after December 26, 2007. … Continue Reading