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Lawsuit Against Grocery Store Filed Under California Fair Chance Act
Filed in late 2023 in the Los Angeles County Superior Court, the lawsuit claims repeated disregard for certain requirements of the Act. Read More
USCIS Announces Streamlined EAD Process for Refugees
Recent changes mean that refugees no longer have to file an initial Form I-766 and Social Security Card after entering the United States. Read More
Reminder: Salary History Inquiries Now Banned in Columbus, Ohio
Employers operating in Columbus are prohibited from asking job applicants about compensation history as of March 1, 2024. Read More
Continuing Privacy Headache for Ordering Criminal Background Checks in California
By Rod M. Fliegel on February 23, 2024 Read More
Form I-9 Fines Soaring: Inflation's Impact on Noncompliance Costs
The Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Improvement Act leads to further increases in fines. Read More