Employer Sanctions / Form I-9 Compliance:
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to keep documented verification that each of their employees is authorized to work in the United States. This requires employers to have on file an immigration I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form for each of their employees. Failure to comply with these requirements can result in employer sanctions including fines ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars for each non-compliant employee or form.
Even where the employer has not hired any unauthorized workers, significant penalties are still imposed for missing I-9 forms – or for I-9 forms that were filled out incorrectly. In some recent cases, non-compliance sanctions have included criminal charges against the employer and even prison terms.
As new issues arise, the legal interpretation of many immigration laws is constantly evolving. It is often difficult for businesses to be sure that they are complying with the latest interpretation of immigration regulations.
The attorneys at Gunderson, Denton & Peterson, P.C. are experienced with I-9 Compliance and Employer Sanctions issues and can assist both business owners and HR departments with current issues and interpretations.
To help businesses comply with Form I-9 regulations, we are available to provide the following services: