Navigating the I-9 Maze

How confident are you in your I-9 compliance?

The UCIS form I-9 was developed to help employers verify the identity and employment authorization of each person they hire. Even though it may seem like a simple form, and compliance seems straight forward, it is a maze of obstacles that can expose employers to large fines and penalties for hiring unauthorized workers, as well as fines for simply committing paperwork violations on authorized workers.

• Did you know that EVERY employer is REQUIRED to have an I-9 on EVERY employee?
• Did you know that if you have more than 25 employees you are REQUIRED to use e-verify in North Carolina?
• Did you know that Monetary penalties for knowingly hiring and continuing to employ an unauthorized worker range from $375 to $16,000 per violation?
• Did you know that penalties for failing to produce a Form I-9 range from $110 to $1,100 per violation?

ICE has increased employer's Form I-9 audits by an alarming 60% in the last year. Now is the time to make sure you are in compliance!