I-9 Challenge: Companies with Employees in More than One State or Location
October 26th, 2009 § Leave a Comment
Completing I-9s correctly when there are out-of-state employees or employer locations in different states is a challenge for many companies. Unfortunately, there is no easy answer to this problem. The solution that will work best for your company depends upon the company set up and practices. To restate the I-9 basics, the employer must review original documents and complete the I-9 correctly and in a timely manner – there is no way around these requirements even for out-of-state offices or employees. If new out-of-state hires are not brought to a main office to complete paperwork, you must have an out-of-state employer representative or agent reviewing original documents. The completion timeline still holds as well; employees must complete Section 1 of the I-9 by the close of business on their first day, and employers have until the third business day to review original documents and complete Section 2. Is your company compliant? If you have concerns, or questions about instituting policies and procedures that will work for your company, please contact us – we would be happy to help.
