Category: worksite enforcement
Worksite Enforcement: What to Expect and How to Prepare
Under the current administration, we are witnessing a stronger focus on immigration law enforcement in workplaces. Here’s what you need to know : What’s Changing? 1. Increased Inspections: Expect more visits from ICE agents to review I-9 forms and workplace compliance, particularly in industries relying heavily on immigrant labor – such as construction sites, restaurants, and hotels. 2. Higher Penalties: Employers could face steep fines or legal consequences for hiring unauthorized workers or making I-9 errors. 3. E-Verify Push: There might be an expanded emphasis on using E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. How to Prepare 1. Audit Your Records: Review I-9 forms now. Correct ... Read more
DMCA partner Paul Hunker recently shared his experience on worksite immigration raids
Before joining DMCA last year, Paul Hunker was the Chief Counsel of the Dallas branch of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He recently shared his experience leading ICE on worksite immigration enforcement raids during his 30 years with the agency. From the KERA news story: “Usually, in terms of worksites, we have some information – someone has come to us and told us, you know, that there are undocumented persons that are working there,” Paul Hunker, former chief counsel for ICE in Dallas, told The Texas Newsroom. He said they often receive “intelligence” from an employee or are following up ... Read more