Rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are creating new risks for businesses operating globally. U.S. antiboycott laws impose strict requirements—and significant penalties—for companies facing pressure to limit trade. Understanding these rules is critical to protecting your business.
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Many employers offer voluntary insurance benefits such as disability, life, accident, or critical illness coverage, often assuming that because employees pay the full cost, the employer has little responsibility. However, that assumption can be risky. In this article, DeWitt attorney Brian L. Anderson explains how voluntary insurance programs can trigger obligations under ERISA if an employer is seen as endorsing the program. He outlines the key requirements, common pitfalls, and recent legal developments that highlight why employers must carefully structure and manage voluntary benefits to avoid unexpected compliance risks.
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DeWitt LLP expands its Minneapolis office with five new attorneys, strengthening its real estate and litigation capabilities and enhancing services for property owners, lenders, developers, and businesses across Minnesota and the Midwest.
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As federal immigration enforcement has been intensifying, employers across industries have been served with an increased number of I-9 audits, with the federal government scrutinizing their hiring and employment eligibility verification practices. Even well intentioned organizations can face steep penalties for paperwork or procedural errors during a Form I 9 inspection, even if all employees are legally authorized to work. Preparing proactively for an I 9 audit is not just a compliance exercise; it is one of the most effective ways to minimize your company’s financial, operational, and reputational risks.
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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced an increase to premium processing fees under the authority of the USCIS Stabilization Act, which permits the Department of Homeland Security to adjust these fees for inflation every two years.
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