United States Immigration Law Blog
Criminal defense: Advocates want driver’s licenses for immigrants
People who immigrate to the United States do so for many reasons, but most want to improve the lives of themselves and their families. Sometimes there are obstacles that can make it difficult for them to do so, including obtaining a driver’s license. If an immigrant...
Immigrants have rights when questioned by police
Many immigrants worry about what will happen to them and their families if they end up in trouble with law enforcement. This is an understandable concern as criminal charges or similar issues could affect your immigration status or put you in line for deportation,...
What are the qualifications for an E-2 visa?
Foreign nationals who wish to live, work or participate in various business dealings in Michigan or elsewhere in the United States must obtain the proper documentation to do so. Those interested in investing in U.S. companies or establishing their own businesses here...
When you might want to visit an immigration attorney
When seeking information, most Michigan residents do the same thing -- they turn to the internet. While a lot of questions can be answered this way and necessary forms for various things can be found online, there are times when turning to a person for assistance is...
Is a misdemeanor crime a deportable offense?
Immigrants residing in Michigan and elsewhere tend to be hyperaware of everything that may cause them to be deported. There is some confusion, though, about certain criminal offenses and how they can affect one’s immigration status. Contrary to what many people...
Facing deportation? Removal may be avoidable
People from other countries come to the United States for many reasons. Some follow family, some come for jobs and many come seeking a better life -- among other things. No matter what brings them here, and regardless of how they enter the country, the fear of being...
Be careful who you allow to help with your immigration issues
The number of foreign nationals residing in Michigan is ever-growing. They come here for various reasons, such as work, school or to start a new life. Unfortunately, many will find themselves dealing with immigration issues that they may be unable to handle on their...
COVID-19 RELATED: USCIS Extends Flexibility for Responding to Certain Agency Requests
USCIS announced that, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is extending flexibilities previously announced on March 30, 2020, to assist applicants and petitioners who are responding to certain: Requests for Evidence; Continuations to Request Evidence (N-14);...
Suspensão da entrada de imigrantes e não-imigrantes que apresentam risco para o mercado de trabalho dos EUA durante a recuperação econômica
Em 20 de junho de 2020, o presidente Trump emitiu uma nova proclamação, agora, suspendendo a entrada de estrangeiros com determinados vistos de emprego nos Estados Unidos. A proclamação entrou em vigor em 24 de junho de 2020 e permanecerá em vigor até 31 de dezembro...
COVID-19 RELATED: Suspension of Entry of Immigrants and Nonimmigrants Who Present Risk to the U.S. Labor Market During the Economic Recovery
On June 20, 2020, President Trump has issued a proclamation that suspends the entry of foreign nationals on certain employment-based nonimmigrant visas into the United States. This Proclamation also extends, effective immediately, Presidential Proclamation 10014...
