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...
Colleges and universities in Florida typically have many immigrant students. U.S. immigration law and policies are complex, and changes may cause visa delays or impede a foreign student’s ability to enter or remain in the United States. If a visa issue arises, it can...
In certain types of Florida residential communities, associations are tasked with maintaining common areas, addressing maintenance concerns, protecting homeowners’ property values and more. For residents of condominiums, it is in their interests to know how these...
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...
