Work Authorization For Non-U.S. Citizens

Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952, (INA) as amended Who is Covered The INA includes provisions addressing employment eligibility, employment verification, and nondiscrimination. These provisions apply to all employers. Basic Provisions/Requirements Under the INA, employers may hire only persons who may legally work in the United States (i.e., citizens and nationals of the U.S.) and aliens…

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Immigration and Customs Enforcement

The mission of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is to protect America from the cross-border crime and illegal immigration that threaten national security and public safety. This mission is executed through the enforcement of more than 400 federal statutes and focuses on smart immigration enforcement, preventing terrorism and combating the illegal movement of people…

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IN: Immigration Law & Employer Compliance

Dear Valued Customer, It’s a new era for employer liability strengthened by renewed DHS efforts to target employers who knowingly violate the law. In this issue of “——————” we focus on Immigration Law and Employer Compliance. Statistics from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Office of Immigration Statistics indicate that in recent years, the unauthorized…

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What Is Blanket Additional Insured Endorsement?

A blanket additional insured endorsement is an insurance policy endorsement that automatically provides coverage to any party to which the named insured is contractually required to provide coverage. A blanket additional insured endorsement is most commonly found in liability insurance policies, though it is typically not a feature of the policy language. KEY TAKEAWAYS A blanket additional…

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Pitfalls of Additional Insured Endorsements

Looks can be deceiving when it comes to additional insured endorsements. They may not be as broad they seem. Many contain exclusions or limitations that aren’t apparent until a loss occurs. Here are some pitfalls to watch out for if your business is covered, or is covering another party, under a liability policy as an additional insured. Ongoing Operations One…

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Additional Insured Endorsements in Construction

To get on a job, contractors often have to show proof of insurance and name the individuals hiring them as additional insureds on the contractors’ commercial general liability (CGL) policies. By doing this, the individuals hiring the contractors hope that the additional insured endorsement will defend them in case they get sued for something relating…

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