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Matter of Dial Auto Repair Shop Three-Factor Test Clarified for Successor-In-Interest Cases
The successor-in-interest doctrine allows new corporate entities to continue sponsorship for foreign workers after a merger or acquisition. By meeting the three-factor test from Matter of Dial Auto—transfer documentation, job…
ICE Arrests 660 in West Virginia Operation Enhancing Public Safety
A joint federal-state operation in West Virginia resulted in 660 arrests in January 2026. Utilizing 287(g) partnerships, the…
Don Lemon Arrested After Livestreamed Protest at Cities Church in Coordinated Attack Case
Don Lemon was arrested for his role in a January 2026 protest at Cities Church in St. Paul.…
ICE Launches Skip Tracing Services for Covert Surveillance of Undocumented Immigrants
ICE is expanding its enforcement reach through 'Skip Tracing Services,' a private-contractor-led initiative to verify the locations of…
FEIN Rules Change Alters H‑1B Vetting Under U.S. Uscis Policy
The H-1B visa landscape is changing with the introduction of a $100,000 petition fee and a weighted lottery…
Belgian Law Allows Authorities to Strip Citizenship for Serious Crimes
Belgium has expanded the grounds for revoking citizenship from dual nationals convicted of serious crimes, such as organized…
California Chief Justice Steps Up Monitoring of Courthouses Over Immigration Arrests
Chief Justice Patricia Guerrero has intensified monitoring of immigration enforcement at California courthouses to protect judicial access. Following…
Successor-In-Interest (sii) Rule Shapes H-1B Outcomes Under H-1B Modernization Final Rule (2025) Entry Fee Proclamation
SII is the legal mechanism allowing successor companies to inherit H-1B petitions after mergers or acquisitions. By assuming…
Late Successor-In-Interest Filings Risk Employment Benefits with Uscis DHS
Successor-in-Interest filings are vital for preserving H-1B and PERM benefits during corporate mergers. Employers must demonstrate continuity in…
Tom Homan Arrives in Minneapolis to Lead Federal Immigration Operations
White House border official Tom Homan has taken direct control of immigration operations in Minneapolis following leadership shifts…