A recent publication noted that U.S. counties in Florida and elsewhere that have a substantial number of immigrants have also enjoyed significant economic gains in the past 30 years. And there are additional benefits to employment-based immigration in relation to...
Month: August 2020
Immigration: Green card and visa issues are often complex
Many Florida college students have come to the United States to study. Once they graduate and find a job, many of them seek an adjustment of status to remain in this country, either temporarily or on a permanent basis. Immigration law is complicated, and avoiding...
Rally to defund immigration detention center in another state
In Florida and throughout the country, there are many immigrants residing under custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). A group of immigrant advocates in another state recently staged a rally to protest funding for a specific immigration detention...
Polices affecting legal immigration challenged in court
Those in Florida who are navigating the immigration process know that it is quite challenging and frustrating at times. It can take years to make progress, and changes in the law make it even more difficult to move forward. Recent policies from the current...
Immigration: Opinions differ on new H1-B guidelines
The U.S. workforce is comprised of a diverse group of people, many of whom emigrated from other countries to seek better-paying jobs in Florida or other states. Immigration regulations and policies are complex and constantly changing, which can present challenges for...
What should you wear to an immigration interview?
No two people in Florida or elsewhere have exactly the same tastes or styles when it comes to fashion. In certain circumstances, however, one type of clothing might be appropriate where another is not. For instance, if a person is called to an immigration interview,...
A man is challenging an immigration deportation ruling
Many Florida immigrants are currently facing issues regarding their legal statuses. A man in another state says immigration officials ruled to deport him, but he believes the ruling was made in retaliation against him for exposing substandard conditions in an...
Immigration: Grant money available for naturalization
Many Florida immigrants have a common goal: to become U.S. citizens. The process is typically complex and challenging. Many people say the most stressful part of the immigration program for applying for citizenship is the testing and interview portion of the process....
Which type of visa do you need?
A person wishing to enter Florida or elsewhere in the United States to live or work on a temporary or permanent basis must navigate the U.S. immigration system to accomplish his or her goals. The system is complex and serious legal issues may arise if the person in...
Property rights and disputes over boundary lines
When there is a threat to an owner’s property rights, that individual has the right to seek legal recourse and a beneficial resolution. One common way that Florida property rights can come into question is over boundary lines. These lines mark where one person’s...