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.
The Immigration System with Juan Carlos Cerda, Texas State Director, American Business Immigration Coalition
Just Ask Jacob – featuring Juan Carlos Cerda, Texas State Director, American Business Immigration Coalition (ABIC)
In this episode, host Jacob M. Monty sits down with Juan Carlos Cerda to discuss how immigration policy affects America's employers, workforce, and economy. Together, they explore ABIC's bipartisan mission to "secure the border and secure the workforce" through practical, common-sense reform. Juan Carlos shares his personal journey as a DACA recipient and how it drives his advocacy for policies that strengthen both immigrant families and U.S. businesses.
Jacob and Juan Carlos also discuss the Omar Salazar case, which Jacob is representing - a powerful example of how broken the current immigration system can be and the real human and economic consequences that result.
The episode also dives into broader challenges like "Driving While Undocumented (DWU)," a term coined by Jacob himself, as well as the Dignity Act, workforce stability, and the path forward for bipartisan immigration reform.
🎧 Tune in for a thoughtful, solutions-driven discussion on immigration reform, business, and the future of America's workforce.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/aBEjxLeixuo
Send in Your Own Questions to Jacob: jmonty@montyramirezlaw.com
Immigration Compliance Toolkit for Employers: https://montyramirezlaw.com/resources/
Learn More About ABIC: https://abic.us/
📞 Contact us at 281-493-5529.
27 Oct 2025
Immigration Compliance in the Carwash Industry
In this episode of Just Ask Jacob, Jacob Monty sits down with Chuck Space, Executive Director of the Southwest Car Wash Association, for an insightful discussion about the car wash industry and key employment and immigration compliance issues impacting business owners today.
Together, Jacob and Chuck cover:
- How immigration compliance affects the car wash industry
- The Good Faith Defense and what it means for employers
- How to handle cases of identity theft when an employee is an innocent bystander
- The role of arbitration policies in protecting employers
- And much more
Whether you're a car wash owner, HR professional, or employer navigating complex compliance issues, this episode offers practical advice and real-world insights you won't want to miss.
🎧 Listen now to Just Ask Jacob — where law meets leadership in the workplace.
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cb-GoaL71z4
Just Ask Jacob Your Own Questions: jmonty@montyramirezlaw.com
29 Sept 2025
From Compliance to Culture: How HR Protects Employers with Claudia St. John
In this episode of Just Ask Jacob, host, Jacob Monty sits down with Claudia St. John, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CPBA, and Founder & CEO of The Workplace Advisors™, to explore the critical role HR plays in helping employers prevent costly litigation and strengthen workplace culture. Claudia shares real-world insights on how proactive HR strategies can minimize the risk of claims - ranging from FLSA disputes to sexual harassment - while also supporting employers with practical steps for compliance and employee engagement.
The conversation also touches on today’s most pressing workplace challenges, including immigration compliance, the so-called “Great Labor Shortage,” motivating younger workers, and whether write-ups and performance improvement plans truly work. Claudia offers strategies for documenting performance issues without creating a negative environment and explains what employers can do to build a workplace that is both legally sound and a magnet for top talent.
Send in Your Own Questions to Jacob: jmonty@montyramirezlaw.com
Immigration Compliance Toolkit for Employers: https://montyramirezlaw.com/resources/
Learn More About The Workplace Advisors: https://theworkplaceadvisors.com/
📞 Contact us at 281-493-5529.
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