What is a Willful Violator Employer?
A willful violator employer knowingly flouts labor laws, workplace safety, or visa regulations, showing indifference to legal standards.…
Articles by & updated by Priya Nair
H-1B Rule Changes and Visa Requirements Employers Need to Know
New 2026 H-1B rules introduce wage-weighted selection, a $100,000 supplemental fee, and stricter specialty occupation standards to increase…
Prior Deference in H-1B Visa Extensions Explained
The "prior deference" policy in the H-1B visa program encourages USCIS officers to rely on previous approvals for…
DHS Overhauls H-1B Visa Program with Key Changes
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has overhauled the H-1B visa program to modernize processes, enhance flexibility, and…
TCS, Infosys and Wipro Hit Hard by U.S. Visa Drop
Indian IT giants TCS, Wipro, and Infosys have faced a significant drop in H-1B visa approvals in FY24,…
Specialty Occupation H-1B Visa Rule Update Under White House Review
The H-1B visa program is undergoing final review by the White House, aiming to modernize and streamline the…
J-1 Visa Holders: Easier Pathways to H-1B and Green Card
The U.S. Department of State now allows J-1 visa holders from 34 countries, including China and India, to…
Concurrent Filing: I-485 & I-130 with O-1 Visa Extension Pending
Filing I-485 and I-130 with a pending O-1 extension is possible, but requires maintaining lawful presence during the…
Trump’s Immigration Policies Impact on Biopharma Work Visas
Biopharma companies can prepare for visa complexities by planning early, strengthening internal immigration expertise, and budgeting for increased…