Business

Unannounced Workplace Site Inspections Expanded to Include L-1 Employers

Friday, April 18th, 2014, 9:40am

Unannounced Workplace Site Inspections Expanded to Include L-1 Employers

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Fraud Detection and National Security division has announced it is expanding unannounced workplace site inspections to include employers of L-1 intra-company transfers. Previously reserved only for companies that employed H-1B workers, this expansion of the program to include the L-1 category means that any company that employs workers in either H-1B or L-1 status may now be subject to an unannounced workplace site visit.

Worksite visits are designed to detect fraud in the immigration system. Since their introduction in 2009, tens of thousands of unannounced site inspections have been completed at companies that employ H-1B workers.

View Comments | Post a Comment

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Wednesday, April 16th, 2014, 1:21pm

Becoming a U.S. Citizen Carries Numerous Advantages

The laws of the Constitution grant rights to both citizens and non-citizens who reside within the United States. However, becoming a U.S. citizen carries with it several benefits unavailable to non-citizens. According to the United States Custom and Immigration Services’ Guide to Naturalization, the following are some of the advantages of becoming a citizen:

Voting and Participation in the Electoral Process

View Comments | Post a Comment

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Monday, April 14th, 2014, 8:41am

Canadian Border Services Agency Announces NEXUS Kiosk Changes

On April 7, 2014, the Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) announced that NEXUS kiosks currently available in the U.S. pre-clearance areas at Canadian airports are being replaced with U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Global Entry (GE) kiosks.

Global Entry is a U.S. domestic trusted traveler program that offers expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk members. NEXUS members receive Global Entry benefits automatically, at no additional cost, and have access to the GE automated kiosks for entry into the U.S. at participating airports.

View Comments | Post a Comment

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Friday, April 11th, 2014, 1:49pm

America’s Car Show to Launch ‘After Dark’ Radio Show

Fasten your seatbelts! Automotive expert, author, and television and radio personality Tom Torbjornsen, founder of America’s Car Show, will launch his latest venture, “America’s Car Show After Dark,” at 8 p.m. Monday, April 14. Co-hosted by Paul Hoefler, the show will run from 8 p.m. to midnight Monday through Friday on TuneIn.com.

With over 35 years in the automotive industry and over two decades in talk radio, Torbjornsen attracts listeners with his unique and entertaining style, expert advice, topical guests and enthusiasm for cars.

View Comments | Post a Comment

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Friday, April 11th, 2014, 8:28am

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officers are Dedicated to Keeping Us Safe

Frequently, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is thought of as the authority that just allows people to enter the U.S. and depart upon the conclusion of their authorized stay. While the screening of nearly one million people for entry every day is one of their key functions, many people are unaware of the other vital roles CBP actually carries out.

While its primary mission is preventing terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering the United States, CBP is also responsible for:

• Apprehending individuals attempting to enter the United States illegally, including those with criminal records.

View Comments | Post a Comment

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Wednesday, April 9th, 2014, 1:19pm

Need for H-1B Visa Lottery Reignites Call for Immigration Reform

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that once again an H-1B visa lottery must be held to determine which H-1B cap-subject petitions filed for prospective H-1B workers will make it to the adjudication phase. USCIS confirms that on the first day it can count petitions, they received more than enough to reach the 85,000 maximum H-1B visas that are available in fiscal year 2015. This number is comprised of 65,000 “regular” cap visas and an additional 20,000 “master cap” visas set aside for foreign nationals who have earned a U.S. master’s degree or higher.

View Comments | Post a Comment

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Sunday, April 6th, 2014, 2:47pm

Private Knives Catering Offers Creative Culinary Solutions for All Occasions

Celebrating a memorable occasion such as a wedding, bridal or baby show, graduation, anniversary or birthday? Or, perhaps you’re a business owner or account executive looking to “spice up” your sales efforts, build relationships or boost employee morale? If so, Private Knives Catering should be your next call.

Private Knives owner and chef Amy Phillips is a master at creating culinary solutions for gatherings of any size. Whether it’s full-service catering for an intimate outdoor wedding reception, drop-off gourmet boxed lunches for an important business meeting, or an elegant dinner party for a small gathering of friends in your own home, Private Knives Catering is at your service!