On January 11, 2012, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a notice in the Federal Register extending the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for certain El Salvadoran nationals in the United States. Currently, TPS status for qualifying El Salvadoran nationals expires on March 9, 2012. With the extension, Temporary Protected Status for eligible El Salvadoran … Continue Reading
Are you allowing your employees to dress up as ghosts, goblins and ghouls this Halloween? Celebrating Halloween in the workplace is a “treat” but employers should be aware of the risks. Here are some “real life” workplace horror stories: Religious Discrimination: The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) sued a company for firing an employee, who … Continue Reading
Tennessee and Alabama joined the growing list of states requiring certain employers within the state to use E-Verify when hiring new workers. The Alabama law broad implications for individuals who are unlawfully present in the United States. Below, we will highlight the aspects of the statutes that impact employers doing business in Tennessee and … Continue Reading
