If you’re an HR professional or employer, you know that compliance is a constant concern. You strive to stay on top of payroll, benefits, and hiring regulations, yet one seemingly small mistake like an incomplete or incorrect I-9 form can lead to massive headaches.
When you add changes in the I-9 Form, E-Verify process, expiration dates, and other changes, it is not unexpected that Employers and professionals are confused on how to stay compliant and eliminate fines and penalties.
Many employers underestimate the risks of I-9 noncompliance, assuming that a missing signature or late submission is a minor issue. However, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) takes I-9 violations seriously, and the fines can add up quickly. When you add all the inconsistent changes.
