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For the second time this week, a federal judge ruled against the Trump administration in a case challenging a Department of Labor (DOL) rule that amended wage requirements for the H-1B, H-1B1 and E-3 visa categories and for permanent labor certifications (PERM). The court issued a limited injunction, ordering DOL to stop enforcing the rule against the plaintiffs in the case.
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BAL Analysis: BAL continues to review this week’s rulings and to monitor DOL and DHS for guidance in response to this week’s rulings. A third lawsuit challenging the DOL rule remains pending in federal court in Washington, DC. BAL will provide more information as it becomes available.
This alert has been provided by the BAL U.S. Practice group. For additional information, please contact berryapplemanleiden@bal.com.
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