L-A Chamber HR Thursday to focus on I-9 form issues Sept. 28

LEWISTON — The topic at the LA Metro Chamber of Commerce HR Thursday on Sept. 28 will focus on “The New 1-9 Form: Its New Bark and How to Avoid its Bite – Like Anti-Discrimination Claims.”
The discussion will be from noon to 1:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 28, in the LA Metro Chamber’s conference room, 415 Lisbon St., and is presented in partnership with the Central Maine Human Resource Association and the Lewiston CareerCenter. The discussion is one of a series of HR Thursdays planned by the chamber and a fee is required to attend.

The I-9 is a two-page form with a 115-page instruction manual, and employers are required to complete one for every new hire. Auburn attorney Michael Malloy will give an overview of the important document, as well as offer tips on staying in compliance and avoiding the heavy fines that can accompany seemingly innocent errors. Topics will include what to do in the event of a Homeland Security audit, fixing mistakes, and avoiding national origin discrimination claims.
For information, including registration and fees, visit www.LAMetroChamber.com or call 207-783-2249.