For many immigrants in Miami, the language barrier is a significant hurdle to employment, education, health care and legal services. If you don’t speak English fluently, it can also make it difficult to fit in with the community and to take the steps to obtain...
It has been several years since The Money Pit was in theaters, but prospective homebuyers may cringe at the idea of experiencing the nightmares faced by the couple in the movie. When it comes to issues regarding a home’s structure and safety, this is no laughing...
At , we understand that it can be as challenging as it is rewarding to take the naturalization test to become an American citizen. If you are a legal immigrant in Miami who has lived in the country for many years, your challenges may be...
For some Miami residents, the idea of moving into an abandoned property and being able to legally claim it as their own is appealing. However, is it legal? Depending on the circumstances surrounding someone’s possession of an empty residence, law enforcement may...
Many of the community-living options available in Florida are attractive for those who are retiring or those who love an exotic location. Whether you are buying a new home to enjoy your golden years or to spend as much time as possible on Miami’s golden beaches,...
With the economy improving in Florida and elsewhere, you are likely to have more borrowing options than in years past. This may be true even if you have gone through a bankruptcy or foreclosure. Given enough time and some good financial habits, you should be able to...
Recently, we discussed coming to the United States not as an immigrant, but for the purpose of studying or gaining a trade skill. As pointed out in a previous blog post, obtaining a student visa does not give you status to live in the country temporarily or...
Last week at the law blog of , we talked about the rights that landlords have to protect their interests and investments where tenants are involved. However, we understand that renters in Miami also have rights, which we will discuss in...
Once you have reached the age where you can decide on your future career opportunities and educational options, you will most likely also be considering where to get your education. Do you want to attend a university in your home country, or might studying abroad be...
Bringing skilled foreign workers into the United States may help to strengthen companies and improve the job market in the long run. Employers in Miami and elsewhere who need the knowledge and skills of people overseas may apply for the L-1B visa, also known as a visa...
