Newsletters & Publications
Our attorneys are pleased to offer you leading industry knowledge on what's happening in the legal arena. Below, you will find information on publications and articles authored by MVA attorneys, as well as practice group newsletters such as: Employment Law News, Immigration Update and Impact IP.
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Preparing for the FY2010 H-1B Deadline
MVA Immigration Team
December 16, 2008
As a reminder, April 1, 2009 will be the first day USCIS will accept new petitions for H-1B Professional Worker Visas.
2009 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule
Anti-Mark Up and IDTF Requirements for Mobile Entitles Finalized
Health Care Team
November 2008, Health Care Alert
CMS Finalizes Anti-Mark Up and IDTF Requirements for Mobile Entitles; Defers Stark Exception for Incentive Payment/Shared Savings Programs
Immigration Update
Seven New Countries to be Added to the Visa Waiver Program
MVA Immigration Team
November 17, 2008
On October 20, 2008, President George Bush announced that seven countries will be added to the Visa Waiver Program (VWP).
Red Flag Rules Delayed
Healthcare providers have additional time for compliance
Healthcare Practice GroupHealthcare Alert
On 10/22/08, the FTC announced "Red Flag Rules" enforcement delayed by six months, a reprieve for many healthcare providers who did not know the rules applied to their industry.
Wealth Transfer Newsletter
Current Developments, Highlights and Legislative Changes
Wealth Transfer Practice Group
November 2008
The economy and our financial institutions have seen unprecedented losses and hardships and those just elected face monumental challenges. Our team remains committed to providing you with pertinent information and guidance as you navigate through these times. This Newsletter marks our first regularly scheduled update giving you highlights relevant to estate and tax planning matters, current information on the latest strategies and techniques that may be helpful as you evaluate your own estate situation, and the latest on the ever-changing tax laws.
Immigration Update
TN Status for Mexican and Canadian Nationals Extended to Three Years
MVA Immigration Team
October 27, 2008
On October 15th, USCIS announced by publication in the Federal Register that they are extending the maximum period of admission for Canadian and Mexican nationals in TN status from one year to three years.
Immigration Update
New Electronic System for Travel Authorization ("ESTA")
Immigration Practice Team
The United States Customs and Border Protection ("CBP") has launched a new online travel authorization program that will become mandatory for any visa waiver travel that will occur on or after January 12, 2009.
Employment Law News
New EEOC Publications on Religious Discrimination May Help Employers
Alton (Larry) L. Gwaltney III, Richard (Dick) F. Kane, Anthony (Tony) T. Lathrop, Karin M. McGinnis, Paul J. Peralta, Randel E. Phillips, John A. Zaloom
August 13, 2008
Immigration Update
E-Verify Now Mandatory for Federal Contractors
MVA Immigration Team
June 9, 2008
On June 9, 2008, the White House issued an Executive Order amending Executive Order 12989, to state that contracting agencies may not enter into contracts with employers that do not use an electronic employment eligibility verification system designated by the Secretary of Homeland Security.
Immigration Update
H-1B "Cap Gap" Provisions for F-1 Students
MVA Immigration Team
April 23, 2008
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (CIS) has recently announced "Cap Gap" provisions for F-1 students who are beneficiaries of H-1B petitions selected in the fiscal year 2009 H-1B lottery process.
Immigration Update
New F-1 Optional Practical Training Regulations
MVA Immigration Team
April 8, 2008
Citizenship and Immigration Services (“CIS”) published a new interim final regulation, effective immediately.
Immigration Update
USCIS REACHES FY 2009 H-1B CAP
MVA Immigration Team
April 8, 2008
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it has received enough H-1B petitions to meet the congressionally mandated cap for fiscal year 2009.
Immigration Update
USCIS Revises Re-entry Permit Application Process
MVA Immigration Team
On March 5, 2008, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued revised instructions for filing Form I-131, Application for Travel Document for Lawful Permanent Residents (Green Card holders) requesting re-entry permits.
Immigration Update
Preparing for the FY2009 H-1B Cap
MVA Immigration Team
January 15, 2008
As a reminder, April 1, 2008 will be the first day USCIS will accept new petitions for H-1B Professional Worker Visas.