There are any number of issues that may arise that result in Immigration Customs and Enforcement (ICE) officers detaining people. There are a number of immigration detention centers in Florida and throughout the United States, and the number of immigrants detained at...
Finding a building or practical space from which to run a business is not easy. It can be costly and difficult to find a commercial building that works for the individual needs of the Florida business. It’s crucial to negotiate a lease that is adequate and thorough as...
When immigrating to Florida, a person must navigate a complex system to get all of his or her paperwork in order. U.S. immigration policies offer several types of visas, including nonimmigrant and immigrant visa statuses. Those who plan to become permanent residents...
Immigrants in Florida and throughout the country have spoken out in recent years against immigration detention issues that have repeatedly arisen in county jails in various states. Many people say they served timed in jail for convictions and were scheduled to be...
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services frequently publish manual and policy updates to keep up with the rapidly changing laws. A recent update primarily pertains to adjustment of status, particularly those to whom the government grants a temporary protected status...
When someone emigrates from another country to Florida, he or she must adhere to federal, state and local laws. If a police officer or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer arrests an immigrant on suspicion of a crime, it not only sparks legal issues...
Many Florida immigrants encounter challenges related to their legal statuses. An adjustment of status can be complex, lengthy process. However, any number of issues might prompt a person to apply for such an adjustment. One such issue would be if he or she were at...
Landlords may own and manage rental property, but there are limits to what they can do regarding their tenants. If a Florida landlord tries to unfairly evict a tenant, the tenant may feel as if there is nothing he or she can do to stop it. In some cases, there may be...
For years, advocates have been calling for reform regarding U.S. laws and policies that pertain to people who have emigrated to Florida and other states from other countries. Immigration detention is a concerning topic, and news has surfaced in another state...
Many Florida immigrants entered the United States on marriage-based visas. For some, attaining U.S. citizenship is a primary goal. The process is lengthy and often arduous. If government officials suspect that a marriage is fraudulent, meaning it was entered into for...
