United States: Recruiting

With worksite immigration enforcement intensifying and government audits becoming more aggressive, employers face heightened scrutiny over Form I-9 compliance practices. This comprehensive guide explores the technical requirements, common pitfalls, and strategic steps organizations can take to strengthen their I-9 programs, avoid discriminatory practices, and prepare for potential government inspections in today's evolving enforcement landscape.

Lowenstein Sandler launches "The Legal Launchpad," a new subseries featuring conversations about careers in law and what it takes to succeed in the legal profession. In this inaugural episode, Senior Manager of Entry Level Recruiting Melissa Leidl joins host Alessandra Moore to discuss the summer associate experience, sharing practical expectations and advice for law students navigating this critical stage of their legal careers.

In-country H-2B recruiting is becoming increasingly vital as employers navigate visa caps, processing delays, and heightened immigration scrutiny. While some businesses are achieving full staffing through this approach, others continue to struggle with attracting and retaining qualified workers. This analysis explores the key differences between successful and unsuccessful in-country H-2B recruiting strategies.

On September 24, 2024, the United States Department of Labor ("DOL") announced the publication of an AI & Inclusive Hiring Framework (the "Framework"). As discussed below, the Framework sets forth ten...

Judge Rita Lin of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California has accepted the plaintiff's claim that an artificial intelligence (AI) vendor could be directly subject to liability...

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) has become an increasingly important consideration in hiring practices across the country.

On Friday, August 6, 2021, the SEC approved a Nasdaq proposal for new listing rules regarding board diversity and disclosure, accompanied by a proposal to provide free access to a board recruiting service.

It is expected that AI either already is or will become a routine part of recruiting and hiring, perhaps eventually even helping to manage performance.

Once a startup has properly classified its worker, it should document its relationship with the worker in order to clearly identify the classification, compensation and benefits...