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California Court of Appeal Determines Employer Had Reason to Know Applicant's Criminal Conviction Was an Impermissible Employment Consideration, Ordering New Trial
Six years following the initially filed complaint, the California Court of Appeal reversed the superior court's decision in favor of the California car dealer, remanding the case back to the superior court for a new trial. Read More
Michigan Bill Expands Criminal Record Expungement
Changes to legislation signed by Governor Gretchen Whitmer will automatically clear certain convictions from public view, ultimately removing barriers to securing housing and employment for Michigan residents. Read More
E-Verify Requirement - Employer Action Required on Tentative Nonconfirmations ("TNC") Within 10 Federal Government Working Days
This requirement applies to all E-Verify enrolled employers. Read More
Ban the Box Laws Amended Across States and Local Municipalities
"Ban the box" laws, which prohibit employers from inquiring about conviction or arrest records on initial applications, have been enacted in 36 states and more than 150 municipalities in the U.S. Three areas that have recently updated existing laws are California, Hawaii and St. Louis, Missouri. Read More
Temporary Verification with Form I-797 Possible Through December 1, 2020
Due to delays in production of the Form I-766, the USCIS has allowed applicants to instead use the Form I-797. Read More