Social networking has absolutely exploded in popularity recently. Since the advent of Myspace and Facebook, there have been dozens of sites popping up, all of which have the same mission: Share your life with others! This can get a lot of people into trouble, however. It is not uncommon for social networking sites to lead […]
Some Common Blunders with Work Information and Social Networks
In our previous entry, we covered some basic information about how dangerous social networking sites can be to an immigration applicant. In this entry, we will cover some more of the specific information relating to certain pitfalls to avoid. Besides the obvious things like posting inappropriate pictures of raucous parties, or any illegal activities, a […]
Be Careful With Your Publicly Stated Intent
If you have been following the last few posts, then you know we have recently been talking about the dangers of posting information publicly on social networking sites. The concept of a social networking site 10 years ago was more or less unheard of. They have seen absolutely explosive growth since then, turning from hobbies […]
Don’t Even Publicly Associate With Those Who Associate With Crime
We have posted a few entries related to potential issues arising from the use of social networking websites. This will be the final entry in that series. If you have read the previous entries, then you are well aware of the dangers of intent, job titles, descriptions, etc. all posted on your personal profile. What […]
Can I Work from Home on a Visa Application?
The internet is a fairly recent invention and has seen extremely rapid expansion in recent years. While 5 years ago, the idea of working from home seemed like a joke to many people, the reality nowadays is that many people are able to (and prefer to) run their legitimate businesses from the comfort of their […]
How to Avoid Unnecessary Delays with the Department of Labor
When it comes to filing for visas, most individuals understand that it can be a fairly lengthy process. There are a few things that can be done to prevent extra delays in filing, however. One such delay has lately been increasingly common in H-1B visa filings. In an H-1B visa, a company will choose to […]
I Lost My Green Card. What Should I Do?
When it comes to immigration, and an individual making their way through all the necessary legal channels, obtaining a green card is often seen as the final victory. While it is true that the day an individual is approved for a green card is a day that will likely be remembered for the rest of their life, […]
Trump to Remove Deportation Protection for Active Troops’ Families
The undocumented families of active duty military service members are granted some legal leeway when it comes to deportation protections. However, the Trump administration is making moves to minimize those protections, which might mean countless families of service members could soon be placed on removal lists.Volume 90% Under the current rules, often called “parole in place,” undocumented […]
Name Changes and Updating Green Cards
As immigration law can be complex and tricky, it is not uncommon for issues to arise. One of the more common issues that people run into at airports is having their name on their green card not match their passport or other ID. Names most commonly change through marriage or divorce, and while people hardly ever forget […]
If I Return Home, Can My Children Stay in School Here?
Moving is a fact of life. It is extremely rare for an individual to be born in a house, life their entire life in that house, and then pass away in the same house. That being said, moving is always a stressful time, especially if an individual has children who are currently in school. No […]
