Firm News & Announcements
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Press Release: TAGLaw Named an “Elite” Global Legal Alliance for 2021by Chambers & Partners
(March, 2021)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Hires Cason, Dedeaux & Ernst as Associates
(October, 2020)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Hires Zachary A. Cooper as Associate
(October, 2020)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Announces Kevin A. Bay As Member, Litigation, Bankruptcy and Real Estate Groups
(May, 2020)
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Press Release: Brian L. Lewis Admitted to American College of Real Estate Lawyers
(May, 2020)
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COVID-19: Alerts & Resources for Businesses
(March, 2020)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Announces Joe Sakay as Member and New Chair of Banking Services, Creditors’ Rights & Bankruptcy Group
(October, 2019)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Hires Adam Doupé as Associate
(September, 2019)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Hires Jonathan D. Mahoney as Associate
(August, 2019)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Hires Helen M. Hapner as Associate
(March, 2019)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Elects Shannon J. Lawless and Marsha T. Mavunkel as Members
(December, 2018)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Hires Cody Suzuko Nunn as Associate
(August, 2018)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Hires Jeng-Ya (Jen) Chen as Associate
(July, 2018)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Hires Danielle Flatt as Associate
(June, 2018)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Elects Hans P. Juhl and Derek D. Crick as Members
(December, 2017)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Celebrates 120th Anniversary
(May, 2017)
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Press Release: Shannon Lawless Sworn in as President of Washington Women Lawyers
(October, 2015)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Elects Dave Tift as its Eleventh Managing Director
(September, 2015)
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Press Release: John R. Ruhl Appointed to King County Superior Court
(January, 2014)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Wins AWB’s Better Workplace Award for Innovative Compensation & Benefits
(May, 2013)
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Press Release: Ryan Swanson Wins AWB's Community Service Award for Helping People in Need
(May, 2013)
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Ryan Swanson Named One of Washington's Best Workplaces by Puget Sound Business Journal
(May, 2012)
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Press Release: Tim Dore Appointed to United States Bankruptcy Court
(May, 2011)
Business Group
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State Announces $5M Grant Program for Small Business
(April, 2020)
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COVID-19: SBA Paycheck Protection Program Loan Application and Guidance Now Available
(April, 2020)
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COVID-19: CARES Act – Key Provisions for Small to Mid-Sized American Businesses
(March, 2020)
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COVID-19: Resources for Washington Businesses
(March, 2020)
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Governor Inslee Signs New Law Restricting Noncompetition Agreements
(April, 2019)
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Reminder: Paid Family and Medical Leave Deductions begin January 1, 2019
(December, 2018)
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Guide for Starting a New Business in Washington State
(March, 2017)
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Limited Partnerships in Washington State
(July, 2016)
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Guide for Businesses Using Testimonials and Endorsements
(June, 2016)
Corporate Bankruptcy Receivership & Finance
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Cryptocurrency in Bankruptcy: When an Irresistible Force Meets an Unmovable Object
(March, 2021)
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Where Did All the Chapter Elevens Go? Washington's Little-Known Statute That Could Topple a Monolith
(March, 2021)
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Temporary Changes to Bankruptcy Code in New COVID-19 Legislation
(January, 2021)
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The SBRA During the COVID-19 Pandemic
(October, 2020)
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Small Business Bankruptcy and Receiverships
(March, 2020)
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COVID-19: Options for Commercial Property Owners in Washington, Oregon, and California
(March, 2020)
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President Trump Signs Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) into Law
(March, 2020)
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COVID-19: Options for Distressed Small Businesses in Washington, Oregon, and California
(March, 2020)
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Three Recent Significant Changes to the Bankruptcy Code Affecting Veterans, Reservists, and Family Farmers
(January, 2020)
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What Commercial Lenders Need to Know About the Small Business Reorganization Act of 2019
(January, 2020)
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New Small Business Reorganization Act to Provide Powerful Tools for Small Business Debtors
(January, 2020)
COVID-19 Legal Support Team
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The SBRA During the COVID-19 Pandemic
(October, 2020)
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USCIS Updates I-9 Rule Due to Delay in Production of EADs
(August, 2020)
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What Seattle’s Suspension of Personal Lease Guarantees Means for Commercial Landlords and Tenants
(August, 2020)
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Department of State Announces Additional Exceptions to Proclamation Suspending Entry of Certain Nonimmigrants In National Interest
(August, 2020)
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ICE Announces New Policy Impacting Foreign Students Attending Online Classes
(July, 2020)
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White House Extends Proclamation Suspending the Entry of Certain Nonimmigrants into the U.S.
(June, 2020)
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USCIS Fee Increase for Filing Petitions and Applications
(June, 2020)
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Trump Limits Entry of Students and Researchers in F-1 and J-1 Status from the People’s Republic of China
(June, 2020)
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USCIS Announces Premium Processing to Resume in June
(May, 2020)
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Latest Version of Form I-9 Now Required and New Updates to the Handbook for Employers M-274
(May, 2020)
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Ongoing Construction Projects Allowed to Restart with Safety Restrictions
(April, 2020)
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White House Proclamation Suspends the Entry of Certain Immigrants to the U.S.
(April, 2020)
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President Trump Announces Plan to Sign Executive Order Temporarily Suspending Immigration into the United States
(April, 2020)
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COVID-19: Seattle Creates Protections for Small Business and Nonprofit Tenants
(April, 2020)
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Governor Inslee Issues Proclamation Providing Protections for High-Risk Employees
(April, 2020)
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COVID-19 Impact on Construction and Development in Washington
(April, 2020)
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State Announces $5M Grant Program for Small Business
(April, 2020)
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What the Residential Eviction Moratorium Means for Washington Landlords and Tenants
(April, 2020)
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COVID-19: SBA Paycheck Protection Program Loan Application and Guidance Now Available
(April, 2020)
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Coronavirus in the Workplace: Resources and Employer FAQs
(April, 2020)
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Governor Issues Additional Guidance Bulletin; Includes Important Guidance for Automotive Dealers
(April, 2020)
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Updated: Employer Obligations Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
(March, 2020)
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COVID-19: CARES Act – Key Provisions for Small to Mid-Sized American Businesses
(March, 2020)
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Small Business Bankruptcy and Receiverships
(March, 2020)
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COVID-19: Options for Commercial Property Owners in Washington, Oregon, and California
(March, 2020)
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President Trump Signs Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) into Law
(March, 2020)
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COVID-19: Resources for Washington Businesses
(March, 2020)
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COVID-19 & Your Automobile Dealership: Resources and Dealer FAQs
(March, 2020)
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Premium Processing for All I-129 and I-140 Petitions Temporarily Suspended Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic
(March, 2020)
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DHS Provides COVID-19 Exceptions to I-9 Compliance
(March, 2020)
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U.S. Embassies and Consulates Cancel Visa Appointments Due to COVID-19 Outbreak
(March, 2020)
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USCIS Suspends In-person Services
(March, 2020)
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COVID-19: Options for Distressed Small Businesses in Washington, Oregon, and California
(March, 2020)
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COVID-19: Immigration Updates and Resources
(March, 2020)
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Canada Cancels All Routine Nonimmigrant Visa Appointments and Restricts International Travel
(March, 2020)
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Immigration Alert: COVID-19 Travel Ban Impacting Travel from Europe
(March, 2020)
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Impact of Coronavirus on Travel from China to U.S.
(February, 2020)
Employment Rights Benefits & Labor Group
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Employee Leave Laws (Chart)
(March, 2021)
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Job Interview DO's and DON'Ts
(March, 2021)
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Snow Day – Should you pay?
(January, 2021)
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Employment Alert: COVID-19 Workplace Vaccination Guidance Issued from EEOC
(December, 2020)
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Employment Alert: Non-Compete Agreement Earnings Threshold Increases January 1, 2021
(November, 2020)
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2021 Minimum Wage Increases Announced
(October, 2020)
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Department of Labor & Industries Announces 2021 Salary Thresholds
(October, 2020)
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Governor Inslee Issues Proclamation Providing Protections for High-Risk Employees
(April, 2020)
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Coronavirus in the Workplace: Resources and Employer FAQs
(April, 2020)
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Updated: Employer Obligations Under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
(March, 2020)
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New Year, New Laws
(March, 2020)
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Washington's Paid Family and Medical Leave Act is in Effect: Are You Ready?
(February, 2020)
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2020 Minimum Wage Increases Announced by the Seattle Office of Labor Standards
(October, 2019)
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Update to Equal Pay Law - Salary History Ban and Mandatory Disclosure of Salary Ranges
(July, 2019)
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Employer Alert: Include disclaimers for service charges or risk costly lawsuits and penalties
(May, 2019)
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Governor Inslee Signs New Law Restricting Noncompetition Agreements
(April, 2019)
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Increase in Penalties by U.S. Department of Labor Now Effective
(January, 2019)
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Reminder: Paid Family and Medical Leave Deductions begin January 1, 2019
(December, 2018)
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2019 Minimum Wage Increases Announced by the Seattle Office of Labor Standards
(October, 2018)
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Ryan Swanson's 30th Annual Employment Seminar - Presentation Slides
(September, 2018)
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Washington Fair Chance Act Signed Into Law
(March, 2018)
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New Proposed Amendments to Seattle Paid Sick and Safe Time and Minimum Wage
(November, 2017)
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Email Etiquette
(August, 2017)
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Age Discrimination in the Workplace – Employment Law Q&A
(May, 2017)
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Answers to 9 Frequently Asked Employer Questions
(November, 2016)
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How to Properly Classify Independent Contractors and Employees in Washington
(October, 2016)
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Washington's Minimum Wage to Increase January 1, 2017
(September, 2016)
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5 Things You Should Know About the Enforceability of Noncompetition Agreements in Washington and Oregon
(September, 2016)
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3 Laws You Should Be Aware of to Help Prevent Discrimination and Harassment
(July, 2016)
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What Employers Need to Know About the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA)
(July, 2016)
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Preventing Discrimination and Harassment in the Workplace - What Companies Need to Know
(April, 2016)
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Beginning April 1, 2016, Employees May Bring Private Lawsuits for Violation of Seattle Labor Laws
(March, 2016)
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Can Obesity Alone be Considered a Disability in Washington State?
(March, 2016)
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Discrimination and Harassment - Title VII and Related State Laws
(March, 2016)
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“Stay at Work” Program Offers Financial Incentives for Washington Employers with Injured Workers
(November, 2015)
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Are You Prepared for Revisions to Federal Regulations on Overtime?
(June, 2015)
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Handling E-Discovery When a Lawsuit is Filed
(June, 2015)
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How to Make Employee Reviews Meaningful - 8 Tips
(May, 2015)
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Restrictive Language in Employment Confidentiality Agreements Can Lead to SEC Enforcement Action
(April, 2015)
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Questions about Seattle's Minimum Wage Ordinance? Resources to Answer Your Questions and Help Ensure Compliance
(March, 2015)
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Pregnancy Discrimination Laws (Chart)
(September, 2014)
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Understanding Employee Paycheck Deductions
(April, 2014)
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Answers to Nine Employer Questions about Marijuana
(April, 2014)
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Health Care Reform Update: Reporting Requirements Under the Affordable Care Act
(September, 2013)
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The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act: What's Next? - presentation slides from 25th Annual Employment Law Update Seminar
(September, 2013)
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Should I Stay or Should I Go? FMLA Leave and Obligations - presentation slides from 25th Annual Employment Law Update Seminar
(September, 2013)
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Health Care Reform Update: Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services to Recoup Overpayments
(May, 2013)
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Health Care Reform Update: Important Current Case Law
(May, 2013)
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Navigating Employee Privacy in the Hiring Process - presentation slides from 25th Annual Employment Law Update Seminar
(May, 2013)
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Inquiring Minds Want to Know...10 Developments to Watch Out For - presentation slides from 25th Annual Employment Law Update Seminar
(May, 2013)
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Creating a Document Retention Policy
(May, 2013)
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Five Areas of Focus for Law Firms to Boost Employee Engagement
(December, 2012)
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State Law Update
(September, 2012)
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Federal Law Update
(September, 2012)
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Handling E-Discovery
(September, 2012)
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Patient Protection and ACA: Now What?
(September, 2012)
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Employers' Requirement to Post NLRA Notice Upheld
(April, 2012)
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The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act ("ACA")
(September, 2011)
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Eight Great Dealer FAQs About Employment Law
(May, 2011)
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Federal Law Update
(May, 2010)
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Winds of Change Seminar Presentation Slides
(May, 2009)
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The Electronic Tsunami: Don't Get Caught In This Wave!
(May, 2009)
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Laws that Apply to the Employment Relationship
(May, 2009)
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Pre-Employment Screening Methods: How Much Do You Really Want To Know?
(May, 2009)
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THE STATE COURTS SPEAK
(May, 2007)
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THE NUTS AND BOLTS OF: DEDUCTING FROM PAY, FMLA ISSUES
(May, 2007)
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Religious Accommodation in the Workplace
(May, 2007)
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WAGE AND HOUR ISSUES FOR EMPLOYERS IN THE 21ST CENTURY
(May, 2006)
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ACCOMMODATING MILITARY LEAVE
(May, 2006)
Estate Planning & Probate Group
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Planning Opportunities to Consider for the Remainder of 2020
(November, 2020)
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4 Ways to Organize Your Estate Plan from Home
(May, 2020)
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Income and Estate Tax Planning on a Linear Basis for the Inbound and Outbound Resident
(May, 2019)
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5 Easiest Ways to Update Your Estate Plan to Incorporate Charitable Giving
(July, 2017)
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Taking Care of Your Family with Estate Planning
(May, 2016)
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Time May Be Running Out on Valuation Discounts for Gifts to Family Members
(August, 2015)
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Ways to navigate tax on net investment income
(April, 2015)
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Estate and Business Succession Planning in 2015: Are You Prepared?
(April, 2015)
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Q&A: Why is it important to review the titling of my assets and my beneficiary designations?
(April, 2015)
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Income and Estate Planning for the Inbound and Outbound Resident
(April, 2013)
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Q&A: Should I name a charity as beneficiary of my traditional IRA or retirement plan?
(April, 2013)
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What Action Did Congress Take That Impacts Estate and Gift Tax Planning?
(January, 2013)
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Q&A: Do I need to be concerned about estate planning if my total assets are less than $5 million?
(August, 2012)
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Q&A: I have heard the federal tax laws may be changing. Should I consider making gifts this year?
(June, 2012)
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9 Answers to Your Estate Planning & Tax Questions
(May, 2012)
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Dos and Don'ts of Selecting Assets to Give as Gifts
(April, 2012)
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Q&A: What is a GST Trust? Why should I create one in 2012?
(February, 2012)
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Q&A: My spouse recently passed away. Even though a federal estate tax return is not required to be filed, should the estate file one anyway
(June, 2011)
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Recent Changes to the Federal Estate and Gift Tax: What Does this Mean to You?
(May, 2011)
Food and Beverage
Franchise & Distribution Group
Healthcare
Immigration Group
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Public Charge Final Rule No Longer in Effect
(March, 2021)
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U.S. House of Representatives Delays Vote on President Biden’s Immigration Reform Bill
(March, 2021)
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White House Cancels Proclamation Suspending the Entry of Certain Immigrants to the U.S.
(March, 2021)
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H-1B Cap Initial Registration Period Opens March 9th and USCIS Delays Effective Date of H-1B Wage-Based Preference System
(February, 2021)
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USCIS Restores Policy That Computer Programmers Qualify for H-1B Status
(February, 2021)
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Time To Start Preparing for H-1B Cap Petitions for FY 2022
(January, 2021)
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Biden Signs Proclamation Limiting Entry by Non-U.S. Citizens from the Schengen Area, U.K., Ireland, Brazil and South Africa
(January, 2021)
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Biden Administration Day-One Executive Orders Rescinding Trump Travel Bans and Fortifying DACA
(January, 2021)
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Proof of Negative COVID-19 Test Required for International Travelers Flying to the U.S.
(January, 2021)
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DHS Announces Final Rule Imposing New Wage-Based H-1B Selection Process
(January, 2021)
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Proclamations on Suspension of Entry of Immigrants and Nonimmigrants Extended Until March 31, 2021
(January, 2021)
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Federal Court Enjoins DOL Prevailing Wage Rule and DHS H-1B Rule
(December, 2020)
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DHS Proposes New Rule Which Would Drastically Change the H-1B Lottery Selection Process
(November, 2020)
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November Visa Bulletin Update - USCIS Will Accept Green Card Applications in November Based on "Dates for Filing"
(October, 2020)
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USCIS Increases Premium Processing Fee
(October, 2020)
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DHS and DOL Publish New Rules Which Significantly Restrict H-1B and Green Card Sponsorship for U.S. Employers
(October, 2020)
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The U.S. Department of State Updates National Interest Exceptions for Certain Travelers from the Schengen Area, United Kingdom, and Ireland
(October, 2020)
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Department of State publishes October 2020 Visa Bulletin and USCIS to Honor Dates of Filing for Employment-Based Immigrant Visa Preference Categories Next Month
(September, 2020)
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USCIS Updates I-9 Rule Due to Delay in Production of EADs
(August, 2020)
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Department of State Announces Additional Exceptions to Proclamation Suspending Entry of Certain Nonimmigrants In National Interest
(August, 2020)
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USCIS to Increase Fees and Make Other Service Adjustments on October 2, 2020
(August, 2020)
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District Court Enjoins Public Charge Rule
(July, 2020)
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ICE Announces New Policy Impacting Foreign Students Attending Online Classes
(July, 2020)
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White House Extends Proclamation Suspending the Entry of Certain Nonimmigrants into the U.S.
(June, 2020)
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USCIS Fee Increase for Filing Petitions and Applications
(June, 2020)
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Trump Limits Entry of Students and Researchers in F-1 and J-1 Status from the People’s Republic of China
(June, 2020)
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USCIS Announces Premium Processing to Resume in June
(May, 2020)
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Latest Version of Form I-9 Now Required and New Updates to the Handbook for Employers M-274
(May, 2020)
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White House Proclamation Suspends the Entry of Certain Immigrants to the U.S.
(April, 2020)
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President Trump Announces Plan to Sign Executive Order Temporarily Suspending Immigration into the United States
(April, 2020)
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Webinar Recording: COVID-19: Updates for Employers on the Impact of the Pandemic on U.S. Immigration Processes and Policies
(March, 2020)
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Premium Processing for All I-129 and I-140 Petitions Temporarily Suspended Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic
(March, 2020)
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DHS Provides COVID-19 Exceptions to I-9 Compliance
(March, 2020)
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U.S. Embassies and Consulates Cancel Visa Appointments Due to COVID-19 Outbreak
(March, 2020)
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USCIS Suspends In-person Services
(March, 2020)
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COVID-19: Immigration Updates and Resources
(March, 2020)
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Canada Cancels All Routine Nonimmigrant Visa Appointments and Restricts International Travel
(March, 2020)
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USCIS Announces Temporary Suspension of Premium Processing for H-1B Cap-Subject Petitions
(March, 2020)
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Immigration Alert: COVID-19 Travel Ban Impacting Travel from Europe
(March, 2020)
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How to Prepare for the H-1B Lottery and New Electronic Registration System
(February, 2020)
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New Version of Form I-9 Released by USCIS
(February, 2020)
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Impact of Coronavirus on Travel from China to U.S.
(February, 2020)
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President Trump Signs Proclamation Suspending Immigrant Visa Issuance for Six Countries
(January, 2020)
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Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Enforce Public Charge Rule
(January, 2020)
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Nationals of Iran Subject to Additional Screening at U.S. Port of Entry
(January, 2020)
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USCIS Announces Implementation and Timeline for Electronic Registration Process for Upcoming H-1B Cap Season
(December, 2019)
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BREAKING NEWS: Public Charge Rule Enjoined
(October, 2019)
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Trump Issues Proclamation to Deny Visas to Intending Immigrants Without Health Care
(October, 2019)
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Registration Fee to be Required for FY 2021 for H-1B Cap-Subject Petition Pre-Registration
(September, 2019)
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ICE Begins Conducting STEM OPT Site Visits
(August, 2019)
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Proposed Senate Bill 386 to Increase Processing Times for Permanent Residency for Most Countries
(August, 2019)
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The First E-2 Visa Issued out of U.S. Embassy in New Zealand goes to Ryan Swanson Client
(July, 2019)
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Significant Delays by USCIS in Processing and Issuance of Post-Completion OPT EADs for International Students
(June, 2019)
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USCIS Announces Premium Processing Available for all Remaining FY 2020 H-1B Cap Petitions on June 10
(June, 2019)
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Nonimmigrant and Immigrant Visa Applicants Must Now Disclose Social Media Platform Information
(May, 2019)
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Income and Estate Tax Planning on a Linear Basis for the Inbound and Outbound Resident
(May, 2019)
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USCIS Announces Premium Processing Available for some FY 2020 H-1B Cap Petitions
(March, 2019)
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Premium Processing to Resume for H-1B Petitions
(March, 2019)
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New Form for Nonimmigrant Extension and Change of Status Application to be Required Soon
(March, 2019)
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You Will Never Vote Until You Are Naturalized!
(February, 2019)
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Proposed Rule for the Removal of the H-4 EAD Program Under Federal Review
(February, 2019)
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USCIS Announces Partial Implementation of New H-1B Process
(January, 2019)
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USCIS Resumes Premium Processing for FY 2019 H-1B Cap Petitions
(January, 2019)
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Department of Labor Operations during the Government Shutdown
(January, 2019)
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Time to Start Preparing H-1B Cap Petitions for FY 2020
(January, 2019)
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Reforms to H-1B Lottery Process Proposed
(November, 2018)
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DHS Proposes new Rule on Public Charge and Inadmissibility
(November, 2018)
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November Visa Bulletin – accepting applications based on filing dates
(November, 2018)
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Proposed Rule for the Removal of the H-4 EAD Program May Be Published in November of 2018
(November, 2018)
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Employers May Face New H-1B Cap Lottery Process for FY2020
(November, 2018)
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Update to Validity Period of Form I-693, Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record
(October, 2018)
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REAL ID Driver's Licenses - Apply Now and Beat the Rush
(October, 2018)
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Diversity Lottery
(October, 2018)
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The Invisible Wall: Limits to Business Immigration Under the Current Administration
(September, 2018)
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Premium Processing Fee Increase
(September, 2018)
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September 2018 Visa Bulletin Update
(September, 2018)
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Premium Processing for Most H-1B Petition Categories Suspended
(August, 2018)
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Electronic Device Searches at U.S. Ports of Entry
(August, 2018)
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Immigration Alert: Significant Procedural Policy Changes
(August, 2018)
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Marijuana and Non-Citizens
(August, 2018)
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Long Wait Times for Visa Appointments at U.S. Consulates in India
(July, 2018)
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Supreme Court Rules 5-4 to Uphold Travel Ban
(June, 2018)
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No Premium Processing for H-1B Cap Petitions until September 10, 2018
(March, 2018)
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Get Ready for H-1B Cap Filings on April 2, 2018
(January, 2018)
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Department of Homeland Security Considers Policy Change That Would Prevent H-1B Extensions
(January, 2018)
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Supreme Court Upholds Travel Ban
(December, 2017)
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Updates to USCIS Policies Impacting Employers and Temporary Visa Holders
(November, 2017)
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FY-2019 Diversity Visa Lottery Registration Period Open Until November 22, 2017
(October, 2017)
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USCIS and SSA Working Together
(October, 2017)
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Is Your Business Prepared for an I-9 Audit?
(September, 2017)
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Policy Change Regarding Advance Parole for Adjustment of Status (AOS) Applicants
(August, 2017)
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Number of H-2B Visas For Fiscal Year Ending 9/30/17 to Increase by 15,000
(July, 2017)
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New Version of Form I-9 Released Today, July 17
(July, 2017)
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Supreme Court Decision Upholds Limited Version of Travel Ban
(June, 2017)
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Extreme Vetting: Plan Ahead and Prepare for Possible Delays in Visa Processing
(June, 2017)
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New Executive Order Calls for H-1B Reform and Increased Enforcement
(April, 2017)
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5 Things You Should Know About the President's Executive Order on Immigration
(March, 2017)
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Workplace Site Visits - What You Can Do To Prepare
(February, 2017)
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Seattle Federal Judge Issues Preliminary Injunction Extending Nationwide Block of President's Executive Order on Immigration
(February, 2017)
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9th Circuit Court of Appeals Upholds TRO on Travel Ban
(February, 2017)
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President's Immigration Ban Temporarily Suspended
(February, 2017)
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Impact of Proposed White House Executive Order on Employment-Based Immigration
(February, 2017)
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Employers Advised to File H-1B Petitions for Employees in TN Status
(February, 2017)
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President's Executive Order Suspends Entry Into U.S. for Foreign Nationals from Seven Countries and Impacts Visa Processing
(January, 2017)
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President's Executive Order Expected to Suspend Entry into U.S. for Foreign Nationals from Seven Countries
(January, 2017)
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Department of Homeland Security Issues Final Rule - Expect Changes to Some Aspects of Employment-Based Visa Programs
(November, 2016)
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USCIS Fees to Increase December 23, 2016
(October, 2016)
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Significantly Reduced Visa Wait Times at U.S. Consulates in India
(October, 2016)
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Recent Changes Make Entry Into The U.S. Easier For International Travelers
(October, 2016)
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Immigration Law Update: August 2016 Visa Bulletin
(July, 2016)
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Visas Revoked Based on DUI Arrest
(April, 2016)
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Important Information for Employers and Students on Implementation of the New 24-Month STEM OPT Regulation
(April, 2016)
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The STEM OPT Extension Lawsuit and Its Impact on Employers and Employees
(January, 2016)
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Proposed New Rule to Benefit Employees on Temporary Visas and in Employment-Based Green Card Process
(January, 2016)
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Domestic Travel Identification Requirements to Change in Early 2016
(December, 2015)
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Department of State 2017 Diversity Immigrant Visa Program Ends November 3rd
(October, 2015)
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USCIS Announces Revised Procedure for Determining Immigrant Visa Availability - Likely to Help Many File I-485 Applications
(September, 2015)
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Acceptance of H-1B Premium Processing Cases Has Begun
(April, 2015)
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The Moving Executive: Preserving Residency for Naturalization a/k/a "Perma-Shaving Naturalization”
(February, 2015)
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Update: Future Employment for Certain H-4 Dependents
(February, 2015)
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Immigration Law Update: November 2014
(November, 2014)
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Guidelines for Preparing and Presenting TN Applications by Prospective Employees of U.S. Employers
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Immigration Law Update: Our Predictions for 2014 & H-1B Cap News
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Immigration Law Update: October 2013
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Update: ICE Increases Inspections, Export Control Laws &USCIS New Tool Validation
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10 Things Every Employer Should Know About the Comprehensive Immigration Reform Bill Being Considered by Congress
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Immigration Law Update: Summer 2013
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Income and Estate Planning for the Inbound and Outbound Resident
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Immigration Law Update: New Form I-9 & Employer Handbook
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Update: 2014 Diversity Visa Program, New Filing Option Announced by USCIS and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals
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Ryan Swanson's Immigration Group Currently Accepting “DREAM” Deferred Action Program Cases
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Your Turn for a Form I-9 Audit is Coming...SOON
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So You Thought Your Employee Was Terminated, Guess Again!
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Naturalization and Citizenship Requirements
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Update: H-1B Visa, India & China Retrogression and I-9 Inspections
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Update: H-1B Specialty Occupation Visa
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Tips for Completing the Form DS-156
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CBD Update 2020 – U.S. Trademark Registrations Still Denied for Foods and Dietary Supplements with Hemp-Derived CBD
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Why the Supreme Court Approved a U.S. Trademark for Booking.com
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New U.S. Trademark Rule Requires U.S.-Licensed Counsel for Foreign Applicants
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How Do You Register and Enforce U.S. Trademarks?
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Copyright Registration Now Required to Recover Infringement Damages
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7 Steps You Can Take to Protect Your Brand
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Trademark Registration - When You Should Consider Registering With the State?
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How to File Foreign Trademarks Properly in the United States
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U.S. Trademark Basics - What They Are and the Value They Provide
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Cease and Desist Letter for Trademark Infringement, Unfair Competition or Claim of Dilution
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Licensor's Quality Control
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Google's Use of Trademarked Keywords Not Immunized by Functionality Says Fourth Circuit
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