When undocumented workers get hurt on the job, their individual illegal status does not obviate a right to workers’ compensation benefits; it may, however, limit the benefits to which they are entitled.
Worker Classification: Employee or Independent Contractor?
Government crack-downs on misclassification of employees, along with class-action lawsuits challenging the classification of some employees, could cost an employer back pay, liquidated damages and fines.
Navigating the Evolving Standard on Criminal Background Checks
The First Step Act, which aims to reduce prisoner recidivism and increase workforce readiness, may affect contractors' hiring processes and background check procedures.
2019 Executive Insights: Construction Law
Industry experts weigh in on construction legal advice.
Proactive Compliance Limits Risk of Disruptive Immigration Raids
While the addition of foreign workers can help alleviate some contractors’ staffing woes, it also brings more stringent regulatory requirements, compliance concerns and enforcement exposure—from Form I-9 audits and worksite raids, to steep civil penalties for any immigration law violations.
Merit Shop Construction and the 2019 Labor Agenda
Now in its third year, the Trump administration has continued to push ahead with pro-business deregulation on a number of important labor issues, though several court decisions have slowed the pace and created uncertainty.
The Top 50 Construction Law Firms™: Keeping a Sharp Eye on the Contract
For this inaugural ranking, CE reached out to hundreds of law firms throughout the United States with a dedicated construction practice to find out who the leaders are, and what legal issues are keeping them busy.
Avoiding Discriminatory Hiring Practices
Employers should ensure hiring practices comply with the Immigration and Nationality Act. I-9 practices should be consistent and applicants should not be treated differently based on status or national origin.










