Podcast 439: What to Do When ICE Shows Up at Your Roofing Job Site with Philip Siegel

Today, Dave Sullivan and Philip Siegel dive into the tricky topic of finding skilled workers in the roofing world. Philip is a labor attorney who has been in the construction law field for 27 years, and he shares valuable insights on the legal hurdles roofing contractors face, especially when it comes to immigration laws and those pesky I-9 audits. He points out that I-9 audits are on the rise with the current administration, so staying compliant is more important than ever! They also emphasize the importance of contractors conducting their own self-audits and maintaining their records in good order to avoid potential legal issues. Tune in to hear more!

What you’ll hear in this episode:

• Challenges of finding qualified labor in the roofing industry
• Legal implications of immigration laws for roofing contractors
• Importance of I-9 audits and compliance requirements
• Increased enforcement of immigration laws and I-9 audits under the current administration
• Misclassification of workers and its legal consequences
• Liability concerns for contractors hiring subcontractors with undocumented workers
• Need for proactive measures and self-audits to ensure compliance
• Record retention rules for I-9 forms
• Importance of coaching and mentoring for contractors
• Strategies for maintaining accountability and focus in business development

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