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In an effort that is supposed to save costs, the Trump administration is planning on removing in-person interpreters from an immigrant’s initial court hearing. Before, individuals going through the process would have someone with them to clarify laws, explain their rights, and answer questions; however, with the proposed changes, person-to-person interpreters will be replaced by […]
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Our team at Maria Jones Law Firm is honored and excited to announce our compelling and ground-breaking documentary, “The Deported,” premiered online on July 17th. Streaming for free on YouTube originals, this emotional piece gives viewers an inside look into the lives of 4 families wherein at least 1 loved one is fighting an order […]
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On July 23, 2019, the Trump administration expanded the Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) authority for expedited removal. This means ICE agents can independently question, arrest, detain, and deport—with only approval from a field supervisor— any undocumented immigrant who has been living in the U.S. for less than two years. Enacted by Congress in 1996, expedited […]
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On behalf of the entire team at Maria Jones Law Firm, we are very pleased to announce our sponsorship of the third annual college and career prep movement, Feria de Educación, which we will be held on August 24th. The event, hosted by Univsion, is part of the organization’s ongoing commitment to Hispanic education. This year, Univsion […]
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The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has increased their wait time on immigrant benefit applications by 46% since the last full Fiscal Year (FY) of the Obama administration, FY 2016. Meanwhile, the number of new applications has fallen. In fact, processing times have increased by 19% from FY 2017 to 2018, despite the receipt of new […]
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The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known as the “100 Deadliest Days” for drivers and encompasses 9 of the 10 most dangerous days on U.S. Highways. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a high volume of holiday travelers and alcohol-impaired drivers contribute to the number of automotive deaths being twice […]
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There have been many issues in court – one of which is that young children have to speak for themselves in court about not getting deported; while on the other hand, there is a prosecution attorney arguing otherwise. In order to solve this problem, a couple of senators got together and wrote the “Fair Day […]
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After being injured in an accident, you might not be able to get around, which is why Maria Jones Law Firm will come to you for a free consultation at your home, hospital, or anywhere else you may need us to travel. There is no additional cost for this visit. Our goal is simply to […]
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President Obama discussed immigration in a meeting recently and spoke about making the process easier, faster, and better. In an essence, he wanted to focus on two main departments which he felt could alter the immigration policies: The Department of Justice and the Department of Homeland Security. He proposed making the detention centers a safer […]
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Here at Maria Jones Law Firm, we understand that the fees and finances associated with applying for citizenship can be insurmountable for some families. As a result, we’ve been in touch with Chicanos Por La Causa, a charitable organization that offers 0% interest loans to individuals applying for citizenship. Offering Financial Assistance Chicanos Por La Causa wants […]
