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Articles 5 results
12.29.23
"How Immigrant Workers May Be Affected By The Elimination Of Degree Requirements"
Jim Aldrich authored the HR.com article, "How Immigrant Workers May Be Affected By The Elimination Of Degree Requirements."
4.26.23
Viewpoint: Consider the Immigration Effects of M&As
Jim Aldrich authored the SHRM article, "Viewpoint: Consider the Immigration Effects of M&As."
12.29.22
How to Hire and Pay Workers Without Social Security Numbers
Jim Aldrich authored the Roofing Contractor article, "How to Hire and Pay Workers Without Social Security Numbers." The article dispels the myth that it’s illegal for an employer to pay an employee…
Blog Posts 8 results
6.14.23
Cannabis Continues to Demonstrate Major Differences Between State and Federal Law
While more and more states move to legalize various uses of cannabis, a recent decision on an application for U.S. citizenship demonstrates its possession, use, and distribution remain illegal under…
6.23.20
Presidential Proclamation Extends Ban on Entry of Immigrants; Adds H-1B, L-1 and J-1 Visa Holders
Following up on Dykema’s alert from June 18, 2020, President Trump signed a Proclamation that extends his April 22, 2020, 60-day ban on immigrant workers entering the United States until December 31,…
5.29.20
USCIS To Resume Premium Processing
In a move that will improve the time for obtaining application approvals, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) announced today it plans on resuming premium processing for Form I-129…
Events 1 result
2.01.18
2018 California Employment Law Update
While California employers were busy keeping pace with changes that took effect in 2017, the California legislature were hard at work drafting and adding a number of new laws, many of which take…
Legal Alerts 27 results
2.06.24
USCIS Announces Changes in H-1B Lottery for FY2025
In a move intended to reduce fraud seen in previous years, the USCIS has announced new guidelines for its annual H-1B selection lottery. These latest changes to the H-1B Registration process should…
1.12.24
State Department Pilot Program to Revive Domestic Visa Renewals
In a move that could be the beginning of a substantial improvement in renewing visas, the Department of State (DOS) has announced a pilot program that will begin accepting applications to renew…
10.18.23
Creditors who use an applicant’s immigration status for any reason other than determining the person’s ability to repay a loan have been put on notice by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau…
One Minute Matters Video Series 2 results
1.21.25
New year, new guidelines for Illinois employers. From pay transparency requirements to new protections under the Worker Freedom of Speech Act, the state is rolling out a host of new laws aimed at…
11.26.24
With Michigan’s election results in, significant changes to employment laws are just around the corner. From minimum wage increases to new paid sick leave requirements, these updates could reshape the…
Podcasts 2 results
1.30.25
How can cannabis companies retain their best employees?
How do you build a thriving workforce in an industry known for instability? Brett Gelbord sits down with Nate Russell and Ben Richards of The Lab to discuss what it takes to create fair and effective…
10.15.24
Is hiring a foreign national a risky move for cannabis employers?
Cannabis legalization may continue to spread state-by-state, but Uncle Sam still sees it as a controlled substance and those who engage in the field can fit the definition of narcotics traffickers. So…
Press Mentions 9 results
6.01.24
"'Mission Critical:' Foreign Workers provide huge boost to local employers"
Jim Aldrich was quoted in the Traverse City Business News article, "'Mission Critical:' Foreign Workers provide huge boost to local employers," which appears on pages 10-13 of the publication's June…
7.28.21
James Aldrich Comments on H-1B Visa Application Lottery System in Bloomberg Law
James Aldrich, Bloomfield Hills-based Member and Leader of Dykema's Immigration practice, was quoted in the Bloomberg Law article, “Suit Seeks to Halt H-1B System Called ‘Rife’ With Abuse.” The…
12.06.18
Jim Aldrich Discusses Fate of EB-5 with National Real Estate Investor
James G. Aldrich, Jr., Bloomfield Hills-based member in Dykema’s Labor & Employment Practice Group and Leader of the Firm's Immigration Team, was quoted at length in the National Real Estate Investor…
Press Releases 19 results
3.10.25
Dykema Doubles Houston Office Headcount With the Addition of Seven Attorneys
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced the addition of seven attorneys to the firm’s Houston office, doubling the office’s lawyer headcount. This expansion strengthens the firm’s capabilities…
11.07.24
Dykema Receives 15 National Rankings and 153 Metro Rankings in Best Law Firms for 2025
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that the firm was nationally ranked in 15 practice areas in the 2025 Best Law Firms list and received a total of 153 metropolitan rankings…
8.15.24
216 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”
Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 216 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 guide and the Best…
Speaking Engagements 2 results
Webinars 2 results
2.20.25
ICE and Law Enforcement Warrants: Key Considerations for Protected Areas
Join us for an essential webinar on the rights of individuals in sensitive areas—such as schools, places of worship, nonprofit service providers, and healthcare facilities—when faced with potential…
1.29.25
Trump 2.0: What Employers Can Expect with a New Administration for Labor and Employment Laws
With a new administration taking over the White House, employers can expect many changes in the employment and labor arena under federal law. Please join Dykema attorneys Jim Aldrich, Abad Lopez, and…
