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New York Legal Blog

Offers information and articles related to injury and accident law, criminal law, and immigration law in New York. Published by Mark Siesel.

http://www.nylegalblog.com/

May 14
Family of Boogard Sues NHL For Wrongul Death

Family of Boogard Sues NHL For Wrongul Death

The New York Times reported this week that the family of Derek Boogard, the ex-New York Rangers and Minnesota Wild defenseman, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the NHL. The suit alleges, among its many claims, that the league…
Mar 14
Johnson and Johnson Loses First Defective Hip Implant Case

Johnson and Johnson Loses First Defective Hip Implant Case

Last week, a Los Angeles County jury awarded 8.3 million dollars to retired Montana prison guard Loren Kransky for pain and suffering and medical expenses he suffered from a defective artificial hip implant manufactured by a division of…
Mar 11
First Of Many Lawsuits From Carnival Triumph Disaster Filed In Galveston

First Of Many Lawsuits From Carnival Triumph Disaster Filed In Galveston

On February 20, 2013, the first of what is sure to be numerous personal injury lawsuits resulting from the disastrous Carnival Triumph cruise was filed in Galveston County District Court in Texas by Kathy Marie Armstrong. As anyone who has…

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No Deportation

Covers immigration and deportation of non-citizens. By Stanley D. Radtke.

http://nodeportation.blogspot.com/

May 10
A New Immigration Fraud Ring Busted in Los Angeles - Charges Include Fraud and Bribery

A New Immigration Fraud Ring Busted in Los Angeles - Charges Include Fraud and Bribery

The Los Angeles Time reported yesterday that Attorney Kwang Man "John" Lee was arrested for being the ring leader of an immigration fraud ring. The authorities reported that he was a man who could make things happen — for a price. For a…
Apr 16
New Report from Florida International University Finds DHS Secure Communities Not Targeting "Dangerous Criminals" As Directed By Obama Administration

New Report from Florida International University Finds DHS Secure Communities Not Targeting "Dangerous Criminals" As Directed By Obama Administration

Federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in South Florida are failing to abide by an Obama administration directive to focus deportation efforts on dangerous criminals, according to a report Monday by a Miami-based immigration…
Apr 5
Corrections Corporation of America (CCA) And Its Allies Profit From the Human Misery In the American Gulag System

Corrections Corporation of America (CCA) And Its Allies Profit From the Human Misery In the American Gulag System

CCA directly profits from the human misery involved in the crackdown on "illegal immigrants." CCA is the largest prison corporation and a member of ALEC,American Legislative Executive Council (ALEC), and has negotiated contracts with states…

Rank this Week: 556

Oklahoma City Immigration Attorney…

Oklahoma City Immigration Attorney Blog

Covers US immigration law and state-based enforcement initiatives. By Steven Langer.

http://blog.stevenlanger.com/

Jan 4
Possession of a fake ID is not identity theft

Possession of a fake ID is not identity theft

Today, I was talking to a police detective from Arizona who works identity theft cases. I was contacting him about his queries to area law enforcement over use of a Social Security number. The number was being used by multiple persons across…
Nov 6
Anti-immigrant Oklahoma State Rep. Randy Terrill bound over for trial on bribery case

Anti-immigrant Oklahoma State Rep. Randy Terrill bound over for trial on bribery case

http://bit.ly/uhm4mI“Unseemly actions and even unethical behavior doesn't necessarily constitute a criminal act,” Oklahoma County Special Judge Stephen Alcorn said during his ruling. “However, when the evidence is looked at as a whole…
Jul 4
We are a country of immigrants, it's in the Declaration of Independence

We are a country of immigrants, it's in the Declaration of Independence

In the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson wrote: "The history of the present King of Great Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations, all having in direct object the establishment of an absolute Tyranny over these…

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Olivie Law Blog

Covers immigration legal issues, general human rights, refugee rights and immigrant rights. By André Olivie.

http://olivielaw.wordpress.com

Jun 19
Obama’s New Immigration Law

Obama’s New Immigration Law

Great News for some young undocumented immigrants. President Obama as implemented a new policy they are calling deferred action that will allow certain undocumented immigrants between the ages of 16 and 30 who have been in the country for…
Apr 3
New Website

New Website

The Law Office of Andre Olivie has a new website and blog. Please find it at to www.olivielaw.com Andre Olivie, Immigration Attorney
Apr 3
New Website for The Law Office of Andre Olivie

New Website for The Law Office of Andre Olivie

The Law Office of Andre Olivie has a new website and blog. www.olivielaw.com Andre Olivie, Immigration Attorney

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Orbit Law Blog

Provides commentary on immigration issues in the news and a review of immigration related policies. By Orbit Law, PLLC.

http://seattleimmigrationblog.com/

Apr 16
USCIS PROVIDES UPDATE ON ADJUDICATION OF H-1B APPLICATIONS

USCIS PROVIDES UPDATE ON ADJUDICATION OF H-1B APPLICATIONS

Update: USCIS has provided the following update re: adjudication of H-1B filings: Premium Processing cases are currently being receipted, and adjudication of these cases has begun (official adjudication clock for PP began April 15)…
Apr 16
Brief Highlights of Comprehensive Immigration Reform Proposal Released Today!

Brief Highlights of Comprehensive Immigration Reform Proposal Released Today!

The Senate’s Gang of Eight on Tuesday released the details of a broad agreement to overhaul the nation’s immigration laws. A combination of Republican Sens. Marco Rubio (Fla.), John McCain (Ariz.), Lindsey Graham (S.C.), Jeff…
Apr 5
H-1B Cap for Fiscal Year 2014 Met!!

H-1B Cap for Fiscal Year 2014 Met!!

U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it has received a sufficient number of H-1B petitions to reach the statutory cap for fiscal year (FY) 2014. USCIS has also received more than 20,000 H-1B petitions filed…

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PanCanadian Immigration Law Group

Covers the process of immigrating to Canada.

http://immigrationcanada.pro/blog/

Apr 29
Working in Canada Just Got Tougher: Changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program Coming

Working in Canada Just Got Tougher: Changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program Coming

As I’ve mentioned in the past, if you want to immigrate to Canada and you qualify, you should begin the process immediately, as rules seem to change often these days, and it seems increasingly more difficult to qualify. Following the…
Apr 18
New Federal Skilled Worker Guidelines Released

New Federal Skilled Worker Guidelines Released

As you may know, the Federal Skilled Worker Program has been suspended since July 1, 2012 (except for arranged employment applications and those under the PhD. class). Today, CIC announced that the program will commence on May…
Apr 16
Video Tutorial: Supplementary Information Your Travels IMM5562

Video Tutorial: Supplementary Information Your Travels IMM5562

Here’s another addition to my video tutorials that cover immigration form completion. As always, you should complete these forms in accordance with CIC instruction guides. As well, forms do change over time so check to see if there is a…

Rank this Week: 4005

Peek and Toland Blog

Covers immigration policies and criminal defense law in Austin, Texas.

http://www.peekandtoland.com/blog

Jan 29
President Obama outlines his Immigration Reform Proposal

President Obama outlines his Immigration Reform Proposal

Today, President Obama outlined his immigration proposal in Las Vegas, Nevada in an effort to address the eleven million undocumented immigrants now living in the U.S. The President's proposal arrives just one day after a Bipartisan…
Jan 28
Bipartisan Framework for Comprehensive Immigration Reform

Bipartisan Framework for Comprehensive Immigration Reform

Today U.S. Senators from both parties gathered to propose comprehensive immigration reform. The proposal includes endorsements from prominent Republican and Democratic leaders and arrives just one day before the President's expected proposal…
Jan 28
Senate Leaders Propose Immigration Reform

Senate Leaders Propose Immigration Reform

Today U.S. Senators announced a new proposal on immigration reform set to affect nearly 11 million undocumented immigrants current in the U.S. The new proposal was a bipartisan effort endorsed by Democrats Charles Schumer of New York,…

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Philadelphia Immigration Lawyer…

Philadelphia Immigration Lawyer Blog

Philadelphia Immigration Lawyer Blog covers citizenship, naturalization, family based immigration, and green card issues. Published by Philadelphia, PA Immigration lawyer, James M. Tyler.

http://www.philadelphiaimmigrationlawyerblog.com/

Nov 25
H-1B Cap is Reached for Fiscal Year 2012

H-1B Cap is Reached for Fiscal Year 2012

On November 23, 2011, the USCIS announced that it received a sufficient number of H-1B petitions to reach the statutory cap of 65,000 for fiscal year 2012. November 22, 2011 was the final receipt date for new H-1B specialty occupation…
Mar 20
Form I-131 Application for Travel Document - New Filing Location

Form I-131 Application for Travel Document - New Filing Location

On March 19, 2010, the USCIS announced revised filing instructions and addresses for applicants filing an I-131, the Application for Travel Document. Beginning March 19, 2010 applicants will have to file their applications at the USCIS…
Dec 19
N-400 Naturalization applications; USCIS Announces New Filing Location

N-400 Naturalization applications; USCIS Announces New Filing Location

The USCIS announced on December 17, 2009 that all applications for Naturalization (Form N-400) are to be filed at new USCIS Lockbox facilities in Phoenix and Dallas and that the change in filing address takes effect immediately.

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Puryear Law Blog

Covers criminal defense, family law, divorce, juvenile law, business law, discrimination, personal injury, and related matters in the states of Illinois and Iowa.

http://www.puryearlaw.com/blog/

Nov 11
A Self Defense Gun Case from Rock Island County, Illinoi

A Self Defense Gun Case from Rock Island County, Illinoi

Earlier this year, I had the honor of representing a woman named Judy, who used her gun to defend herself, her sister, and her sister-in-law after they were violently attacked in a parking lot in Rock Island County, Illinois. Much to her…
Feb 20
Puryear Law Android App Now Available

Puryear Law Android App Now Available

In today’s world, it is important for attorneys to be accessible to their clients. Puryear Law has led the way on that front by having a live phone receptionist available 24 hours a day to schedule appointments, provide basic office…
Feb 19
Puryear Law iPhone App Now Available

Puryear Law iPhone App Now Available

In today’s world, it is important for attorneys to be accessible to their clients. Puryear Law has led the way on that front by having a live phone receptionist available 24 hours a day to schedule appointments, provide basic office…

Rank this Week: 1945

Questions & Answers About…

Questions & Answers About Immigration to the U.S.

Covers immigration law. By Berd & Klaus PLLC.

http://www.berdklauss.com/questions-answers/

May 14
Remove Conditions on Permanent Residence after Divorce – Form I-751

Remove Conditions on Permanent Residence after Divorce – Form I-751

Generally, if a couple separates or is divorced after filing forms I-130 and I-485 and before an interview, you will be denied adjustment of status because you are no longer living in “marital union”. The purpose of the adjustment…
May 3
Electronic Format of I-94 Arrival/Departure Card implemented by Customs Border and Protection (CBP)

Electronic Format of I-94 Arrival/Departure Card implemented by Customs Border and Protection (CBP)

An I-94 is a form denoting the Arrival-Departure Record of particular foreigners used by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) uses Form I-94 also. Form I-94 must be completed at the time…
Apr 22
Senate Immigration Reform Bill Introduced on April 16, 2013 by Gang of Eight Congressional Leader

Senate Immigration Reform Bill Introduced on April 16, 2013 by Gang of Eight Congressional Leader

On April 16, 2013, a group of eight bi-partisan senators introduced a proposed bill to overhaul the current immigration system which is entitled S.744, “Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act,”…

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RSS Canadian Immigration News

Features information and research related to immigration to Canada. By Robinson Sheppard Shapiro.

http://www.rsscanadaimmigration.com/en/blog/

Oct 9
Listed in the 2010 Edition of the Best Lawyers in Canada

Listed in the 2010 Edition of the Best Lawyers in Canada

I am pleased to announce that Mr. Stephane Duval, Partner and Chair of the Immigration Department of RSS, has been named to BEST LAWYERS IN CANADA.Best Lawyers in Canada, the premier rating organization for attorneys in Canada, has just…
Jul 17
New Canadian Visa Requirement

New Canadian Visa Requirement

Beginning on July 14, 2009, Czech and Mexican nationals require a passport visa to travel to Canada, Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Jason Kenney announced For the first 48 hours, such citizens may apply for entry on…
Jul 2
Canadian Immigration Officials Consider Czech Visa Reinstatement

Canadian Immigration Officials Consider Czech Visa Reinstatement

Citizenship and Immigration Canada recently removed the passport visa requirement for Czech nationals visiting Canada. This meant that such individuals became eligible to seek admission at a Canadian port of entry without first seeking a…

Rank this Week: 3840

Safe Haven Immigration Law Blog

Provides immigration law and refugee protection news, updates and helpful tips. By The Whitt Law Firm, PLLC.

http://www.whittfirm.com/blog/

Nov 27
Testing Word Press Setting

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Nov 25
Under Construction

Under Construction

We are currently updating our website to improve the experience of our readers. Some pages and features may be unavailable during this time. We expect to complete our updates by December 19, 2012. Thank you for your patience.
Oct 31
Some USCIS Offices Remain Closed from Storm Damage

Some USCIS Offices Remain Closed from Storm Damage

USCIS has posted a list of offices that remain closed due to storm damage from Hurricane Sandy. All appointments will be rescheduled to the next available appointment date; you do not need to do anything to request a rescheduled date.…

Rank this Week: 4643

San Francisco Immigration Lawyer…

San Francisco Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration law. By Schwartz and Brown, LLP.

http://www.sanfranciscoimmigrationlawyerblog.com/

Feb 23
Judgment Day: Explosion of Immigration Appeals in San Francisco Federal Court

Judgment Day: Explosion of Immigration Appeals in San Francisco Federal Court

Last year, the Obama Administration announced that it would pursue a different policy with respect to the 300,000 or so deportation cases languishing in the federal court system. Immigrants with "low priority" cases may be granted a stay,…
Feb 15
Cancellation of Removal: A Catch-22

Cancellation of Removal: A Catch-22

Over the past few months, I have received a couple of calls from people asking for cancellation of removal. When I tell them that cancellation of removal is only available in deportation proceedings, they ask, "So should I surrender myself…
Feb 7
Family Visas: How to bring family members to San Francisco?

Family Visas: How to bring family members to San Francisco?

When it comes to family members, people will do almost anything to ensure unity, be it a long lost cousin or their mother. When they hear that one family member might arrive by Christmas but another might arrive by Christmas 2014, they start…

Rank this Week: 5048

San Francisco Immigration Lawyers…

San Francisco Immigration Lawyers Blog

Covers current events and answers to common questions about immigration law in the San Francisco area. By the Law Office of Gali Schaham Gordon.

http://www.galigordon.com

Aug 23
Once Again, Arizona Tries to Make Life Hard for Immigrant

Once Again, Arizona Tries to Make Life Hard for Immigrant

Pro-immigration reform groups lambasted Arizona Gov. Jan. Brewer for issuing an executive order that bans some 80,000 potential recipients of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) in her state from obtaining driver’s…
Jun 15
BREAKING NEWS: Obama Administration to Stop Deporting Undocumented Youth

BREAKING NEWS: Obama Administration to Stop Deporting Undocumented Youth

The Obama Administration announced on Friday that it would not deport certain undocumented immigrants and that it would grant them work permits. This policy, known as “deferred action”, may affect as many as 800,000 people. While it…
Mar 14
Visa Interview Wait Times Drop in Brazil

Visa Interview Wait Times Drop in Brazil

The Department of State’s efforts to streamline the visa process in Brazil have resulted in lower wait times for interviews – on average two weeks or less in many Brazilian locations. The Department of State has added staff, extended…

Rank this Week: 3088

Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm…

Sarmiento Immigration Law Firm Blog

Covers immigration law.

http://sarmientoimmigration.com/

May 15
I-751 Approval for Kenyan Client in Atlanta Georgia

I-751 Approval for Kenyan Client in Atlanta Georgia

CASE: I-751 APPLICANT: Kenyan LOCATION: Atlanta, Georgia Our client contacted our office in early April of this year regarding her I-751 interview. She is from Kenya and married a U.S. citizen in June 2008. Through her marriage with a U.S.…
May 14
I-140 Approval for Filipino Family Physician Beneficiary and Hospital Petitioner in Erie PA

I-140 Approval for Filipino Family Physician Beneficiary and Hospital Petitioner in Erie PA

CASE: I-140 EMPLOYER: Hospital BENEFICIARY: Filipino LOCATION: Erie, PA Our client is a family physician from the Philippines, who is currently working at a hospital which was willing to do a second-preference petition…
May 8
Detained Chinese Client Released After Successful Bond Redetermination Hearing in Florence Arizona

Detained Chinese Client Released After Successful Bond Redetermination Hearing in Florence Arizona

CASE: Bond Redetermination Hearing APPLICANT: Chinese LOCATION: Florence Immigration Court AZ Our office was contacted in April of 2012 regarding one Chinese person who was detained in Florence, Arizona. He tried to enter the United States…

Rank this Week: 553

Seattle Immigration Lawyer Blog

Published By the Law Office of Bonnie Stern Wasser

http://www.seattleimmigrationlawyerblog.com/

May 15
CBP Issues I-94 Examples and Options for Government Agencie

CBP Issues I-94 Examples and Options for Government Agencie

I mentioned in my earlier blog post, I-94 Automation Begins: What you need to know, that US Customs and Border Patrol started implementation of its new automated I-94 system. I-94s are a key document used to verify lawful status in the US.…
May 15
Work Visa Amendments Marked Up in the Senate

Work Visa Amendments Marked Up in the Senate

On Tuesday, May 14, the Senate Judiciary Committee completed another round of markups to Title IV of the comprehensive immigration reform (CIR) bill, S. 744. Besides additional enforcement provisions, the Senate tackled amendments to the…
May 10
Military Enlistment and Selective Service FAQs for Immigrants, Citizens and Dual Citizen

Military Enlistment and Selective Service FAQs for Immigrants, Citizens and Dual Citizen

The Immigrant Legal Resource Center (ILRC) has put out a very useful FAQ on Selective Service registration and military enlistment rules for immigrants of all types (in legal status, not in legal status, permanent v. temporary residents, and…

Rank this Week: 944

Silicon Valley Immigration Lawyer…

Silicon Valley Immigration Lawyer Blog

Covers work visas, green cards, and adjustments of status. By The Gee Law Firm.

http://www.siliconvalleyimmigrationlawyer.com/

Mar 21
Congress Considers Amending "Temporary Protected Status"

Congress Considers Amending "Temporary Protected Status"

In the last few months, comprehensive immigration reform has been pushed into the national spotlight as Congress works to pass legislation to amend the U.S. immigration system. While most of these discussions and prospective changes involve…
Mar 20
Congress Reauthorizes the Violence Against Women Act

Congress Reauthorizes the Violence Against Women Act

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a law that Congress initially enacted in 1994. The purpose of the VAWA law was to create safeguards and legal remedies for victims of domestic violence. VAWA authorized federal funding allocations…
Mar 20
Congressman Mike Honda Reintroduces the Reuniting Families Act

Congressman Mike Honda Reintroduces the Reuniting Families Act

Silicon Valley Congressman Mike Honda recently reintroduced an immigration bill into Congress called The Reuniting Families Act. The goal of this legislation would be to improve the waiting time for family members trying to immigrate under…

Rank this Week: 4749

Texas Immigration Lawyer Blog

Provides news and opinions on immigration law and policy. By Susan I. Nelson.

http://www.centeximmigration.com/

May 14
Groups Call for Deportation Suspension for Immigrants Affected by Overhaul

Groups Call for Deportation Suspension for Immigrants Affected by Overhaul

New York Times by Julie Preston Labor, Latino and immigrant advocate groups called on President Obama on Monday to suspend deportations of illegal immigrants who could be eligible for a pathway to citizenship under a bipartisan bill to…
Apr 18
Hoping our friends and clients from West are okay

Hoping our friends and clients from West are okay

Waco Tribune-Herald
Apr 17
AILA’s 8 Points from the Senate Immigration Bill

AILA’s 8 Points from the Senate Immigration Bill

From American Immigration Lawyers Association: Yesterday, the bipartisan group of senators known as the "Gang of Eight" introduced S. 744, the "Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act."…

Rank this Week: 634

The HMA Law Firm Blawg

Covers immigration and criminal law. By Hassan M. Ahmad.

http://www.hmalegal.com/blawg.html

May 1
New Immigration Bill Shouldn't Prioritize Business Over Family Immigration

New Immigration Bill Shouldn't Prioritize Business Over Family Immigration

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Apr 22
Boston Marathon Attacks: Chuck, It Shows Immigration Reform Is Needed

Boston Marathon Attacks: Chuck, It Shows Immigration Reform Is Needed

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Apr 17
Registered Provision Immigrant: How to Qualify

Registered Provision Immigrant: How to Qualify

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Rank this Week: 4840

The Immigration Answer Man

Covers US immigration law. By Ari Sauer.

http://immigrationanswerman.com/

May 10
DOS Visa Bulletin Update: June 2013

DOS Visa Bulletin Update: June 2013

Visa Bulletin Update: June 2013 By Ari Sauer, immigration lawyer with the Memphis, Tennessee office of the Siskind Susser Law Firm. The US Department of State has issued the June 2013 … Continue reading →
May 6
Visa Bulletin Update: May 2013

Visa Bulletin Update: May 2013

Visa Bulletin Update: April 2013 By Ari Sauer, immigration lawyer with the Memphis, Tennessee office of the Siskind Susser Law Firm. The US Department of State has issued the May 2013 … Continue reading →
Mar 14
Is it possible to be deported without seeing a judge?

Is it possible to be deported without seeing a judge?

Is it possible to be deported without seeing a judge? By Ari Sauer, immigration lawyer with the Memphis, Tennessee office of the Siskind Susser immigration law firm. … Continue reading →

Rank this Week: 2148

Third Circuit Immigration Blog

Focuses on immigration issues decided by the Third Circuit Court of Appeals or within the Third Circuit.

http://3dcir.blogspot.com/

Sep 13
Oliva-Ramos: Suppression Motions In Immigration Court Can Succeed Upon Showing Widespread Violations Or Egregious Violation

Oliva-Ramos: Suppression Motions In Immigration Court Can Succeed Upon Showing Widespread Violations Or Egregious Violation

Oliva-Ramos v. HolderNo. 10-3849September 13, 2012Precedentialhttp://www.ca3.uscourts.gov/opinarch/103849p.pdfAudio of the oral argument is available at:http://www.ca3.uscourts.gov/oralargument/audio/10-3849RodolfovAttyGenUSA.wmaJudge McKee…
Dec 12
Coroleo update: overruled by Judulang v. Holder (U.S. Dec. 12, 2011)

Coroleo update: overruled by Judulang v. Holder (U.S. Dec. 12, 2011)

In Judulang v. Holder (U.S. Supreme Court Dec. 12, 2011), the Supreme Court seems to have overruled the Third Circuit's 2007 ruling in Coroleo.The BIA's view on when a legal permanent resident can use section 212(c) relief while being charged…
Dec 7
Diop: Mandatory Detention Limited To A Reasonable Period

Diop: Mandatory Detention Limited To A Reasonable Period

In Diop v. ICE, the Third Circuit limited mandatory detention to a reasonable period. Sounds like a reasonable decision!The ACLU has just come out with a practice advisory. You can find it at this…

Rank this Week: 1288

TN Visa Attorney Blog

Covers TN visa and green cards for Canadian professionals. By Brian D. Zuccaro.

http://www.tnvisabulletin.com/nafta-tn-blog/

May 15
An I-797 Approval Notice is Not Always Required for Entry to U.S. under TN Visa Statu

An I-797 Approval Notice is Not Always Required for Entry to U.S. under TN Visa Statu

Question: I’m a Canadian citizen with approved TN visa status, which I had obtained at the border. I've just been delayed at Pearson Airport because the U.S. customs official insisted that I have an I-797 form as proof of my TN…
May 14
Can I Buy into the Company that Sponsored Me for a TN Visa?

Can I Buy into the Company that Sponsored Me for a TN Visa?

Question: I am a Canadian Veterinarian working in the U.S. on a 3-year TN Visa. I want to buy into the clinic where I work. Do I need a green card to do so or can this be done on the TN Visa? Reply: Individuals should be…
May 13
TN Visa → J-1 Visa Waiver → Green Card Approval

TN Visa → J-1 Visa Waiver → Green Card Approval

Green CardCase Info.Case History / Issues:Applicant was subject to the INA § 212 (e) two-year foreign residence requirement due to previously holding a J-1 visa. She later became a Canadian citizen, obtained TN visa status, and…

Rank this Week: 600

Covers laws which regulates actions or events that transcend national frontiers, including human rights, environmental law, immigration, intellectual property and space law. By Derek Deavenport, John Dermody, Travis Hodgkins and Christine Ngo.

http://transnationallawblog.typepad.com/transnational_law_blog/

Apr 7
The Lure of China and Economic Activism

The Lure of China and Economic Activism

I wonder what do you think about Google’s decision to confront China’s censorship by pulling out of the country entirely despite a potential lost of profit for not doing its business with now the second largest economy in the word? A…
Apr 2
March's Winners and Loser

March's Winners and Loser

We are moving further away from the double dips danger! Last month the US economy added 162,000 jobs- a strong showing of a potentially more sustained recovery for US economy. Payroll gains are largely boosted by private sectors and much less…
Nov 18
Behind President Obama’s Warning of “Double Dip” Danger

Behind President Obama’s Warning of “Double Dip” Danger

Today, in an interview with Fox News in Beijing, President Obama warned that “the US economy could head into a ‘double-dip recession’ unless urgent steps were taken to rein back America’s mounting level of public debt,” reported the…

Rank this Week: 755

U.S. Immigration News Updates

By Carlos Candal.

http://immigration.lawyer-ct.com/

May 11
Napolitano Reiterates Need For Comprehensive Immigration Reform

Napolitano Reiterates Need For Comprehensive Immigration Reform

Fri. May 7, 2009 : Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Janet Napolitano, this week reiterated the need for comprehensive immigration reform that addresses all aspects of the immigration problem.
May 8
Making the Case: 7 Reasons Why Congress Should Pass Comprehensive Immigration Reform this Year

Making the Case: 7 Reasons Why Congress Should Pass Comprehensive Immigration Reform this Year

Today in the Senate, Senator Schumer is holding an important hearing: "Comprehensive Immigration Reform in 2009, Can We Do it and How?" At NDN
May 1
Obama Backs off Pledge of Swift Immigration Reform

Obama Backs off Pledge of Swift Immigration Reform

President Obama Wednesday backed off a campaign promise to make immigration reform a priority of his first term, saying work on the issue has begun but his agenda is already stretched. “We want to move this process,” Obama said in a…

Rank this Week: 5262

Underdog Blog

Covers constitutional law, criminal law, DUI, drugs, First Amendment and immigration. By Marks & Katz.

http://katzjustice.com/underdog/

May 16
Criminal defense is not for mere dilettantes, but for true believers and true doers.

Criminal defense is not for mere dilettantes, but for true believers and true doers.

By Jon Katz, a criminal defense lawyer and DWI/ DUI/ Drunk Driving lawyer advocating in Fairfax County, Virginia, Montgomery County, Maryland, and beyond for the best possible results for his clients.…
May 14
Clients and I are all in this together, and Wallace Shawn spotlights people beyond their roles.

Clients and I are all in this together, and Wallace Shawn spotlights people beyond their roles.

By Jon Katz, a criminal defense lawyer and DWI/ DUI/ Drunk Driving lawyer advocating in Fairfax County, Virginia, Montgomery County, Maryland, and beyond for the best possible results for his clients. http://katzjustice.com I once got a…
May 12
An assault sentenced for three years is not automatically an aggravated felony.

An assault sentenced for three years is not automatically an aggravated felony.

By Jon Katz, a criminal defense lawyer and DWI/ DUI/ Drunk Driving lawyer advocating in Fairfax County, Virginia, Montgomery County, Maryland, and beyond for the best possible results for his clients. http://katzjustice.com Criminal…

Rank this Week: 440

US Immigration Blog

Covers recent developments in the immigration field. By Peter Messersmith.

http://blog.messersmithlaw.com

Feb 3
I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver

I-601A Provisional Unlawful Presence Waiver

On January 3, 2013, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published a final rule on provisional unlawful presence waivers. I-601A applications may be submitted to USCIS beginning March 4, 2013. This rule allows certain…
Oct 22
DREAM Deferred Action Approvals Arriving

DREAM Deferred Action Approvals Arriving

DREAM Act approvals are starting to trickle in. Here is a copy of a recent application which was approved in approximately 5 weeks. It is representative of a typical case. A Mexican national entered the US without a visa fifteen years…
Aug 26
ApplyUSDreamAct.com Goes Live

ApplyUSDreamAct.com Goes Live

The Messersmith Law Firm is now taking US Dream Act cases via our online website ApplyUSDreamAct.com. If you meet the following eligibility requirements, we may be able to help you obtain deferred action and a two year work permit.

Rank this Week: 3797

US Immigration Law Blog

Covers immigration news. By Ashwin Sharma.

http://ashwinsharma.com

Nov 23
U.S. Mission in India Expands Interview Waiver Program

U.S. Mission in India Expands Interview Waiver Program

New Delhi | November 19, 2012 In March of 2012, the United States Mission to India unveiled the Interview Waiver Program (IWP) which allows qualified individuals to apply for additional classes of visas without being interviewed in person by…
Nov 15
President Obama optimistic on Comprehensive Immigration Reform

President Obama optimistic on Comprehensive Immigration Reform

An LA Times article covering the President’s optimism on passing Comprehensive Immigration Reform. The President indicated that several Republicans have also acknowledged the need for CIR (ostensibly to court the Latino vote for future…
Nov 15
Video Answers: Do Canadian citizens need a visa to enter the US?

Video Answers: Do Canadian citizens need a visa to enter the US?

Rank this Week: 3130

Visa Lawyer Blog

Covers immigration law topics including all aspects of family and work visas. Published by Jacob Sapochnick.

http://www.visalawyerblog.com/

May 15
Improved Economic Relations with San Diego and Tijuana Means More Professional Opportunities for Immigrant and Nonimmigrant Worker

Improved Economic Relations with San Diego and Tijuana Means More Professional Opportunities for Immigrant and Nonimmigrant Worker

In a recent NY Times article, San Diego Mayor Bob Filner spoke about improving economic relations between Tijuana and San Diego. Mr. Filner has taken steps to make progress in improving these relations by opening up an office in Tijuana...
May 14
Student Visas Language Taken Up on Senate Immigration Bill

Student Visas Language Taken Up on Senate Immigration Bill

The Senate Judiciary Committee is likely to pass a proposal Tuesday meant to improve information-sharing on foreign students – a direct influence of last month’s bombings at the Boston Marathon – on the ongoing immigration debate on…
May 8
New Immigration Reform Bill: Merit-Based Immigration, Family and Employment-Based Immigration Provision

New Immigration Reform Bill: Merit-Based Immigration, Family and Employment-Based Immigration Provision

This Summary will outline the key provisions of the Immigration Reform Bill “Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act” and will focus mainly on the third large section of the Bill, Future Immigration. This…

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Visaplace.com Canada & US…

Visaplace.com Canada & US Immigration Lawyers

Covers immigration issues for people seeking to migrate to Canada or the United States. By Niren & Associates.

http://www.visaplace.com/blog-immigration-law

Jul 11
Federal Court of Appeal rules illegal immigrant has no right to free health care

Federal Court of Appeal rules illegal immigrant has no right to free health care

Illegal immigrant can’t get health care because she didn’t pay application fees A Grenadian woman who came to Canada in 1999 and remained in Toronto after her visitor visa expired has been denied free health care by the Federal Court of…
Jul 10
Review our Immigration Services! How did we do for you?

Review our Immigration Services! How did we do for you?

We get a lot of traffic from our website. www.VisaPlace.com is one of the most popular immigration sites in North America and I would guess the world. Many of our clients find us online for Canadian and US immigration services. Of course our…
Jul 7
Denied Entry to Canada: TRP approved and husband and wife united!

Denied Entry to Canada: TRP approved and husband and wife united!

Hi Shab, It was a little frightening but I got through immigration on Friday with a TRP valid until 31 July. Ron will scan and send the TRP to you first thing Monday morning and I presume we will have to get an application for an extension…

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Watson Immigration Law Blog

Covers US immigration and naturalization law. By Tahmina Watson.

http://watsonimmigration.wordpress.com

May 10
June 2013 Visa Bulletin Commentary

June 2013 Visa Bulletin Commentary

The June 2013 visa bulletin was released today. Here’s the pertinent information most of my readers are looking for: For all countries except India, China, Philippines, and Mexico: F2A preference has advanced 100 days to…
May 10
June 2013 Visa Bulletin Released!

June 2013 Visa Bulletin Released!

The Department of State released the June 2013 visa bulletin today. Our usual commentary to follow shortly. Stay tuned!
May 10
Stuck on H1b, F1 or Other Visa? Want Your Own Startup? Newly Proposed Startup Act (Invest Visa) May help! Come Learn More!

Stuck on H1b, F1 or Other Visa? Want Your Own Startup? Newly Proposed Startup Act (Invest Visa) May help! Come Learn More!

A bill for Comprehensive Immigration reform “The Border Security, Economic Opportunity, and Immigration Modernization Act” was released two weeks ago. The bill specifically addresses provisions for the Startup Act that many…

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WiggiBlawg

Covers immigration law. By Randall Drew.

http://wiggiblawg.blogspot.com/

May 18
A Generation Gap Over Immigration - NYTimes.com

A Generation Gap Over Immigration - NYTimes.com

A Generation Gap Over Immigration - NYTimes.com RAD~ Here are some excerpts from a really interesting article in the NYT....I often find it fascinating to try to understand what influences me to think the way I do about things and why others…
May 17
Paterson Move May Help Immigrants Facing Deportation - NYTimes.com

Paterson Move May Help Immigrants Facing Deportation - NYTimes.com

Paterson Move May Help Immigrants Facing Deportation - NYTimes.com ALBANY — Gov. David A. Paterson announced on Monday that the state would accelerate consideration and granting of pardons to legal immigrants for old or minor criminal…
May 12
New "Green Card" is here and it is high tech and green

New "Green Card" is here and it is high tech and green

USCIS To Issue Redesigned Green Card Fact Sheet Introduction U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it has redesigned the Permanent Resident Card¿commonly known as the "Green Card" to incorporate several…

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Ysabel'sBilinguaLawBlog

Covers immigration law. By Ysabel Williams.

http://bilingualawblog.blogspot.com/

Mar 3
Diversity Visa Scam-Fraude de Loteria de Visa

Diversity Visa Scam-Fraude de Loteria de Visa

Be aware of email messages asking you to send money because you are a winner of a Diversity Visa. Tengan cuidado con los mensajes de correo electronico pidiendole que mande dinero porque usted se gano la loteria de visas.
Feb 26
No Sea Victima de Fraude de Inmigracion

No Sea Victima de Fraude de Inmigracion
Feb 26
Run Away from "Notarios"

Run Away from "Notarios"

Don't Be a Victim of Immigration FraudNotarios, Notary Publics and Immigration ConsultantsNotarios, notary publics and immigration consultants may NOT represent you before USCIS. While in many other countries the word “Notario” means…

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