Immigration News Analysis: H-1B anti-fraud initiatives Share this article LinkedIn Facebook X (Twitter) April 10, 2017 Over the last several days, the U.S. government has announced initiatives to reduce fraud and abuse in the H-1B program, including expanded site visits to H-1B dependent employers and other measures. BAL has produced an FAQ on the initiatives and how they will impact companies that employ H-1B workers. Read the FAQ here. This alert has been provided by the BAL U.S. Practice group. For additional information, please contact BerryApplemanLeiden@bal.com. Copyright © 2017 Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. All rights reserved. Reprinting or digital redistribution to the public is permitted only with the express written permission of Berry Appleman & Leiden LLP. For inquiries please contact copyright@bal.com.
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