In recent years, the H-1B visa program has become a highly-debated topic. The program, which allows employers to hire highly skilled foreign workers, has been criticized by some for displacing American workers and contributing to wage stagnation. Others claim the program is necessary to support many American industries. Despite a recent increase in layoffs throughout the tech industry, demand for H-1B visas recently reached new highs.  What READ MORE READ MORE

The H-1B visa program has been the subject of intense scrutiny and controversy over the past few years with high denial rates causing significant challenges for companies seeking to hire foreign workers in specialty occupations. However, the H-1B visa landscape has experienced a dramatic shift under the Biden administration. With new leadership at the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) and changes to USCIS policies, the READ MORE READ MORE

The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of California recently announced the indictment of two executives for their alleged participation in a scheme to abuse the H-1B visa program. The indictment alleges the two submitted approximately 85 fraudulent H-1B visa applications and laundered approximately $1 million proceeds. Allegations of Visa Fraud According to the indictment, the defendants, who were high-level executives for a California-based tech company, perpetrated READ MORE READ MORE

The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of California recently announced the indictment of two executives for their alleged participation in a scheme to abuse the H-1B visa program. The indictment alleges the two submitted approximately 85 fraudulent H-1B visa applications and laundered approximately $1 million proceeds. Allegations of Visa Fraud According to the indictment, the defendants, who were high-level executives for a California-based tech company, perpetrated READ MORE READ MORE

A widespread teacher shortage in the United States is causing some school districts to consider foreign labor to fill their vacancies. Recently, New Jersey’s Camden City School District passed a resolution to utilize the H-1B visa program to help fill key teaching roles.  Teacher Shortage in the U.S. The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted practically every facet of life over the past two years. Among its economic consequences is an READ MORE READ MORE