If a Florida resident applies for and obtains a green card, he or she is granted permission for permanent residency in the United States. Many people mistakenly believe, however, that obtaining a green card means never encountering adjustment of status issues that...
When a Florida immigrant requests the U.S. government for special protection by applying for asylum, he or she must navigate a complex legal system. It is helpful to be as prepared as possible ahead of time. One of the ways to get prepared is to speak with someone who...
If a Florida immigrant is taken into custody by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers, it might mean spending days, weeks or even months in a detention facility. An ongoing investigation in another state may spark concerns for some detainees. The investigation...
When a Florida immigrant is trying to acclimate him or herself to a new culture, a language barrier often gets in the way. Especially for those whose ultimate goal is to become naturalized citizens of the United States, it is important to learn to speak, read, write...
Recent problems at a Florida detention center have been reported. Immigration officers are accused of providing inedible food to detainees there. The immigrants in question happen to practice the Muslim religion, and they say the Immigration and Customs Enforcement...
Moving to the United States and eventually obtaining citizenship is the hope and dream of many around the world. This can be a complex process, one that can come with many setbacks and frustrations, and it is useful for someone in Florida hoping to become a U.S....
Florida is home to tens of thousands of immigrant families. Not all of them have happy stories to tell. In fact, an immigrant advocate who has been working for years to raise awareness of U.S. immigration law issues regarding mistreatment of immigrants in detention...
When someone immigrates to Florida, he or she may have any number of hopes and goals for the future. Some immigrants arrive in the United States intending to marry U.S. citizens. Others are entrepreneurs who have plans to launch businesses. Another goal of many...
Many Florida households include newlyweds. If someone who just got married also happens to be an immigrant, he or she may encounter challenges and stress while navigating the system to seek an adjustment of status. It is always a good idea to discuss the process ahead...
Many Florida residents work from home while others commute to their job each day. Either way, immigrants often encounter challenges regarding legal status and work eligibility during the hiring process. To avoid such problems, it is best to learn as much as one can...
