Human Recursos - Just Ask Jacob

Just Ask Jacob is the podcast where industry leaders bring their biggest questions to nationally recognized attorney and host, Jacob M. Monty. Each episode, an industry leader—whether an HR executive, business owner, or policy expert—presents one pressing question or hot topic from their field. Jacob draws on over 30 years of legal experience in immigration, employment, and business law to break it down with clear answers, practical strategies, and real-world examples. The result: a focused, insightful conversation that gives listeners the clarity and tools they need to navigate complex workplace and legal challenges.

Hospitality Legal Insights: Arbitration & Immigration with Justin Bragiel 08/19/2025

Hospitality Legal Insights: Arbitration & Immigration with Justin Bragiel Host, welcomes Justin Bragiel, General Counsel and Legislative Director for the , for an in-depth conversation about the legal landscape of the hospitality industry. They explore how hotel owners and operators can implement arbitration policies to resolve disputes efficiently, stay ahead with immigration compliance strategies, and protect their businesses in a complex regulatory environment. This episode offers practical guidance tailored specifically for hospitality professionals navigating today’s challenges. Send in Your Own Questions to Jacob: Watch the Full Episode on Youtube: Immigration Compliance Toolkit for Employers: /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/37816605

Immigration Compliance in the Restaurant Industry with Chris Tripoli 08/11/2025

Immigration Compliance in the Restaurant Industry with Chris Tripoli In this episode of Human Recursos: Just Ask Jacob, Jacob Monty welcomes restaurant industry veteran and consultant Chris Tripoli. With over 40 years of experience developing award-winning restaurants and advising independent operators, franchisors, and franchisees, Chris shares his insights on the unique immigration and employment challenges facing restaurant owners today. Jacob and Chris dive into the pressing legal questions that keep restaurant operators up at night—from I-9 compliance and navigating visa issues, to best practices for staying ahead of audits and protecting your business. If you’re a restaurant owner or operator looking to build a compliant, thriving workforce in today’s regulatory landscape, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Host: Guest: Watch the Full Episode on YouTube: /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/37758925

The Evolution of Human Resources 07/19/2022

The Evolution of Human Resources In this episode of Human Recursos host, Jacob Monty, is joined by guest host and HR expert, Jorge Chalit, to discuss the evolution of Human Resources. Jorge Chalit who after 30 years of HR experience, has dubbed himself “The HR Anarchist”, adds valuable insight to the spirited conversation. Listen as Jacob and Jorge discuss recruiting tips, the growth of unions, the #MeToo movement, the balance a HR professional must achieve between management's goals and employee advocacy, and the future of HR. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/23788505

The Rise of Unions 04/07/2022

The Rise of Unions In this episode host, Jacob Monty, discusses the recent union victories and outlines what steps employers can take now to avoid a costly union in their future. This episode dissects both Amazon and Starbuck’s recent battles with union organizing campaigns. Host, Jacob Monty, uses his 30 years of knowledge in helping employers deal with employee unions to educates listeners on what signs employers should be on the lookout for and what steps employers should take now. An important episode for all employers in America. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/22714724

Citizenship 01/26/2022

Citizenship Welcome back to Human Recursos. In the first episode of 2022 host, Jacob Monty, is joined by guest host, Rachelle Bordabehere, to discuss Naturalization & Citizenship and the citizenship exam. Rachelle and Jacob discuss our firm's approach to the citizenship classes we offer and the exam. Hosts cover the exam’s format, difficult questions on the exam, and why employers should be educated on the citizenship exam and why it can play an important role in their employee's lives. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/21906512

The Do’s and Don’ts of the Holiday Season 12/02/2021

The Do’s and Don’ts of the Holiday Season In this special holiday episode host, Jacob Monty, discusses The Do’s and Don’ts of the Holiday Season. The holiday season is a great time to build company culture, reward employees, and boost employee morale, but the holiday season can also open the door to possible issues for employers. Host, Jacob Monty, educates listeners on the crucial do’s and don’ts of the holiday season for your diverse workforce. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/21359729

Employee Retention Rate 10/27/2021

Employee Retention Rate In this episode, host, Jacob Monty, discusses the troubling Employee Retention Rate during the Great Labor Shortage of 2020 - 2021. Why are so many employees leaving and what can employers do to be more effective, efficient, and attractive to employees? Monty answers theses vital questions that are on the forefront of all employers mind. An important episode for employers in America. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/20957411

Vaccine Mandates 10/06/2021

Vaccine Mandates Host, Jacob Monty, is joined by special guest host and labor & employment attorney, Nallely Rodriguez. Nallely and Jacob discuss an essential topic for current employers during the Great Labor Shortage of 2021: Mandating the COVID-19 Vaccine. Listen as they discuss the details associated with mandating the vaccine for employees, who’s exempt from the mandate, and how employers should handle mandating the COVID-19 vaccine to avoid legal pitfalls. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/20726237

Hispanic Heritage Month 09/22/2021

Hispanic Heritage Month In this episode of Human Recursos we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Hosts Jacob Monty and Laura Hernandez discuss the different experiences those in the Latino community face and also share their personal heritage stories. Hosts Laura and Jacob discuss current statistics of Hispanics - including both statistics where Hispanics are excelling and statistics where Hispanics need improving and how to improve those statistics. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/20567996

COVID-19 Then & Now 09/10/2021

COVID-19 Then & Now Host Jacob Monty is joined by special guest host, Nallely Rodriguez. Nallely and Jacob cover in great detail COVID-19 in 2020 and in 2021 and discuss what employers and HR professionals must do now to stay in compliance with COVID-19 mandates. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/20431460

Latino Hate 08/25/2021

Latino Hate In this episode host, Jacob Monty, is joined by special guest host, attorney, Laura Hernandez to discuss Latino Hate to commemorate the 2 year anniversary of the tragic El Paso Massacre. Laura and Jacob have a spirited conversation about the history behind the systematic racism Latino's face. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/20264783

The Growth and Impact of Affluent Latinos in America 08/11/2021

The Growth and Impact of Affluent Latinos in America Host, Jacob Monty, is joined by Dr. Laura Murillo to discuss the growth of affluent Latinos and the impact that growth is making. Dr. Laura Murillo has been the CEO and President of the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce since 2007. This episode’s conversation between two of Houston’s top Latino leaders, Monty and Dr. Murillo, is both educational and entertaining. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/20108813

The Risks of Rehiring: Fool Me Once Shame on You. Fool Me Twice Shame on Me. 08/04/2021

The Risks of Rehiring: Fool Me Once Shame on You. Fool Me Twice Shame on Me. The Great Labor Shortage of 2021 has desperate employers considering the decision to rehire previously terminated employees. Is this one solution to the great labor shortage of 2021? /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/20038943

Protecting Your Workforce Pt. 2 07/27/2021

Protecting Your Workforce Pt. 2 Host, Jacob Monty, joins safety expert and CEO of Blakeman & Associates, Lee Salazar, in part 2 of their OSHA and safety discussion. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/19944239

Why Do Latino Worker’s Face More Workplace Injuries? 07/21/2021

Why Do Latino Worker’s Face More Workplace Injuries? Latino employees suffer higher workplace injury and fatality rates than any other workers. Why? /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/19888979

COVID-19's Tragic Latino Flavor 06/30/2021

COVID-19's Tragic Latino Flavor COVID-19 has hurt the Latino community more than any other group in America. Listen as we discuss COVID-19 and its devastating impact on the Latino community and the strategies employers can take to increase Latino vaccinations. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/19665053

The Labor Shortage Crisis and Alphabet Visas 06/23/2021

The Labor Shortage Crisis and Alphabet Visas Host, Jacob M. Monty, and guest host, associate immigration attorney, Maricela Alvarado discuss the different types of alphabet visas, H-1Bs, H-2As, H-2Bs, TNs, and the lengths desperate employers are willing to go to hire employees from abroad. Hosts discuss the difficulties associated with our broken immigration system and why it cannot solve the labor shortage. Although, the TN or NAFTA Visas do offer a glimmer of hope for US employers needing professionals from Mexico and Canada. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/19585490

Proud, Latino, Y Queer: The LGBTQ+ Workforce 06/17/2021

Proud, Latino, Y Queer: The LGBTQ+ Workforce Host Jacob Monty is joined by guest host Roberto Morales Quintero, paralegal/intern at Monty & Ramirez LLP. In honor of Pride Month, the month-long celebration of sexual and gender diversity during June, Jacob Monty and guest-host Mr. Morales Quintero , candidly discuss the unique and juxtaposed Latino LGBTQ+ experience within domestic, cultural/community, and workplace spheres, and further advise employers on fostering welcoming environments to align with rulings from the highest court in the land. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/19505657

The Dangers of “Gendered” Workplaces 06/10/2021

The Dangers of “Gendered” Workplaces Women in the workplace are breaking the glass ceiling when it comes to entering jobs that have historically been considered taboo or only for men. In 2021 it is now common to have women in roles that historically were thought of as ‘male’. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/19416923

The Changing Face Of Racial Discrimination 06/03/2021

The Changing Face Of Racial Discrimination On this episode, host Jacob Monty is joined by special guest host Brittney Quezada-Reed, Senior Associate at Monty & Ramirez LLP. They delve into a discussion about sensitive topics of race, color, stereotypes, discrimination, and how an employer should be aware of these issues and address them when they arise. Brittney Quezada-Reed practices at the intersection of immigration and labor and employment law and is a self-proclaimed “Blaxican.” /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/19338485

¿Por Qué No Pueden Hacer Fila? 05/27/2021

¿Por Qué No Pueden Hacer Fila? Este episodio fue grabado en inglés y español - El presentador Jacob Monty es acompañado por la presentadora invitada especial Carolina Ortuzar-Diaz, socia principal de Inmigración Familiar de Monty & Ramirez LLP. El episodio cubre nuestro sistema de inmigración roto y explica en detalle por qué aquellos que ingresaron sin inspección, la mayoría de los que están en los EE. UU. ilegalmente, no pueden hacer fila porque el sistema de inmigración actual no les permite legalizarse en los EE. UU. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/19257887

Why They Can't Get In Line? 05/27/2021

Why They Can't Get In Line? This episode recorded in English, and in Spanish for those that don't speak English - Host Jacob Monty is joined by special guest host Carolina Ortuzar-Diaz, lead Family Immigration partner of Monty & Ramirez LLP. The episode covers our broken immigration system and explains in detail why those who entered without inspection, a majority of those in the US unlawfully cannot get in line because the current immigration system does not allow them to become legal in the U.S. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/19257848

Navigating Our Broken Immigration System 05/20/2021

Navigating Our Broken Immigration System Let’s have a frank discussion about our broken immigration system. The current system offers no pathway to legalization for millions of undocumented people and puts a heavy burden on employers. Immigration reform is now more of a possibility than ever before but employers must still comply with the current law. On this episode we discuss how to stay compliant and how to be ready for the possibility of immigration reform. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/19173557

How To Hire In 2021 05/13/2021

How To Hire In 2021 With COVID-19 restrictions being lifted, businesses are now facing a new crisis. Finding employees to hire! Economists estimate that more than 7 million jobs will become available in the next 12 months. To help you stay ahead of the competition, in this episode we discuss how to hire the right staff for your team despite the current pandemic-related complications. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/19089167

New Confessed Identity Scenarios 05/05/2021

New Confessed Identity Scenarios An employee comes to you and shares that the identity you have on record for them is not correct. They previously misrepresented themselves, but now want to correct their information. This is what we call New Confessed Identity Scenarios or NCIS. In this episode, we cover all you need to know about your liability in an NCIS situation. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/18984122

Innocent Bystander 05/05/2021

Innocent Bystander What happens when an Innocent Bystander notifies you that their social security number is being used fraudulently by an employee at your company? Let me share with you what steps you should take to protect your business and your employee. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/18984092

No Match Notices 05/05/2021

No Match Notices No Match notices are now also known as Employer Correction Request Notices. If you are an employer and have ever received one of these notices, on this episode I will share what you should and should not do to meet the minimum requirements by law. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/18984071

Intro 05/05/2021

Intro Welcome to Human Recursos: The Lawyer's Guide to the Latino Workforce! This podcast is hosted by Jacob M. Monty, Managing Partner of the Houston-based law firm Monty & Ramirez LLP. Join Jacob for a brief conversation about what to expect in the podcast. /episode/index/show/humanrecursos/id/18983948

Human Recursos - Just Ask Jacob

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