Rescinding Job Offers: Legal and Reputational Risks for Employers When considering revoking job offers due to inflation and the possibility of a recession, businesses should be cautious to avoid negative legal and reputational consequences. High-profile employers such as Coinbase Global Inc., Meta Platforms Inc., and Twitter Inc. have recently rescinded job offers while many other companies are implementing layoff plans or reducing... (8 views)
Strategies for Attorneys to Thrive in a Recession: Protecting Your Career During Economic Slowdowns Summary: During a recession or slowdown, it is important for attorneys to have a strategy in place to protect their career. Steps to protect your career include: diversifying your skill set, networking and maintaining relationships, staying active in professional organizations, focusing on cost-effectiveness, and embracing technology. Following these steps can make... (22 views)
New USCIS Fees to Fund Asylum Program: Impact on Businesses and American Economy The DHS introduced controversial new fees at the start of 2023 to fund the asylum program. On Jan 3, they released 500 pages of proposed rules that include a list of increased fees and a $600 asylum fee added to worker visa applications. This change is expected to affect businesses seeking temporary and permanent visas negatively. USCIS, the agency that handles immigration... (6 views)
Building a Recession-Resistant Legal Career: Exploring the Most Stable Practice Areas for Attorneys Summary: Criminal defense tends to be a relatively recession-proof practice area, as there is always a need for attorneys to defend individuals accused of crimes. Bankruptcy law is another practice area that tends to be stable during economic downturns, as the number of individuals and businesses seeking bankruptcy protection often increases. Government and public interest... (196 views)