In the private and public sector, employees experience an assortment of unfair and sometimes illegal problems, such as wrongful termination, denied wages, etc. Unfortunately, discrimination remains widespread in Miami-Dade, Florida, and affects workers in many ways....
Employment Immigration
What is the Immigrant and Employee Rights Section?
Regrettably, people who relocate to the U.S. for work purposes, or any reason for that matter, may experience an array of hurdles, including discrimination. If you believe that your rights may have been violated in the workplace, it is crucial to address your...
Limit reached on H-1B applications
For those who are thinking about moving to the U.S., there may be a number of paths to immigration. Some people immigrate through marriage, while others move to the country through employment. In Miami-Dade, and other parts of the state of Florida, H-1B visas may...
H-1B applicants can soon apply for fiscal year 2018
Prospective immigrants have many tasks at hand if they are moving to the U.S. for work. Even after they have secured an employer and comprehensively developed an idea of where they wish to live, they may have stress and uncertainty related to the H-1B...
Handling workplace injuries as an immigrant
If you have moved to the United States to pursue your career, it is essential to understand your rights. Whether you have an H1-B visa, or any type work permit, you should make sure that your employer treats you fairly. At Cuevas, Garcia & Torres, our Florida law...
Identifying unlawful national origin discrimination
Under federal law, it is illegal for employers to discriminate against employees based on their national origin, according to the United States Department of Justice. Unfortunately, national origin discrimination occurs too often in Miami, and elsewhere in...
Can I work in the U.S. on a tourist visa?
From sightseeing to spending time with family members and friends, people travel to the U.S. for many reasons. If you are planning on entering the United States with a tourist visa, it is important to understand your responsibilities and find answers to any of your...
Applying for an EB-5 visa
From tourist visas to H1-B visas, people decide to enter the United States for a multitude of reasons. If you are an investor who hopes to relocate to the U.S., you may be interested in obtaining an EB-5 visa. Whether you plan to invest in a Miami venture, or any...
Proposed legislation aims to change H-1B program
For those who move to a new country to find work, many challenges can arise. Aside from financial hurdles, working through the application process, adjusting to life and leaving behind family members and friends, some people may encounter problems due to changing...
Are immigrants protected by the EEOC?
Whether you are considering moving to the United States on a work visa or are already employed in the country, it is very important for you to understand your rights in the workplace as an immigrant. In Miami-Dade, and across the rest of Florida, some immigrants have...