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Common Types of U.S. Immigration Benefits

People come to the U.S. for all kinds of reasons—to study at world-class institutions, to work, to live, or to seek a better life for themselves or their children. Before they do, they generally seek immigration benefits. But what is an immigration benefit? In short, immigration benefits are legal entitlements to stay in the U.S. temporarily or permanently.  If...

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Becoming a Permanent Resident With USCIS Form I-485

Applying for permanent residency, also known as getting a green card, is an exciting time in any intending immigrant’s life. It means you are one step closer to being able to stay in the U.S. permanently. If you are applying for a green card when already in the U.S., you may submit Form I-485 with another form or on...

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| Read Time: 3 minutes | Immigration Law

When Will the Immigration Judge Make a Decision?

From the moment the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) notifies you it intends to deport or remove you, your stress builds. Whether you were just placed in proceedings or have already presented your case to a judge, you may be wondering, How long does it take for an immigration judge to make a decision? Unfortunately, there is no easy...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Workers Compensation Law

North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Settlement Chart

If you’ve suffered an injury on the job in North Carolina, it can be overwhelming to think about your financial future. Fortunately, you can receive compensation depending on the extent and severity of your injuries. For North Carolina workers, there are a couple tools that can help understand your potential settlement payout. One is the North Carolina Industrial Commission’s...

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| Read Time: 3 minutes | Employment Law

Guide to North Carolina Employment Discrimination Laws

You may be entitled to compensation if you have been discriminated against in the workplace. In North Carolina, federal and state laws protect employees from certain disparate treatment and unlawful discrimination. At EMP Law, our Winston-Salem and Charlotte employment discrimination lawyers can help you initiate a legal claim against your employer if you have been mistreated. This post examines the fundamentals of employment...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Employment Law

Overtime Laws in North Carolina

Your time and labor are valuable. They are even more valuable when you work overtime. Make sure you receive every cent your work is worth by understanding the overtime laws in North Carolina. And if your employer does not pay by the rules, you can recover everything you are owed by speaking to EMP Law’s experienced employment attorneys.  With offices...

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EMP Law Attorneys Selected as Business North Carolina’s 2024 Legal Elite

We are thrilled to announce that four EMP Law attorneys were selected as Business North Carolina’s Legal Elite 2024. This prestigious honor highlights the top legal talent in the state, obtained through a vigorous peer nomination process. Of the ~1,300 that received votes, the top lawyers were recognized in their respective specialty (17 total). EMP Law attorneys were featured...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Workers Compensation Law

Is There an Average Workers’ Comp Knee Injury Settlement?

If you have suffered a knee injury in a North Carolina workplace accident, you have the right to receive workers’ compensation benefits. That said, you are probably wondering what you can expect your compensation to be. Fortunately, there is some information out there regarding the average workers’ comp knee injury settlement. While there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, there are some...

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| Read Time: 4 minutes | Workers Compensation Law

Permanent Total Disability (PTD) Workers’ Comp Benefits

An on-the-job injury can take you out of the workforce temporarily or for a lifetime. We hope you don’t get hurt at work, and if you do, we hope you fully recover. However, if your work injury has taken away your ability to maintain gainful employment, you could be entitled to permanent total disability benefits through the state’s workers’...

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| Read Time: 3 minutes | Workers Compensation Law

Are Back Injuries Covered by Workers’ Comp in North Carolina?

If you injured your back at work in North Carolina, you might be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits. Back injuries are a special class of workers’ compensation claims, and a skilled attorney can help you determine whether your back injury is covered. In this post, the EMP Law team will help you understand whether you are eligible for compensation...

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