The marriage-based green card interview is one of the most important steps in the marriage-based green card process. The interview focuses on confirming the legitimacy of your marriage and assessing whether your relationship meets the requirements set by U.S. immigration law. During the interview, you and your spouse will answer personal and relationship-based questions and show the interviewer supporting...
Continue ReadingAsylum is a vital legal protection that individuals who have fled danger in their home countries can apply for to gain the right to remain in the U.S. However, not every asylum application is approved. If you are concerned about having your claim for asylum denied, understanding why denials happen and what you can do next is crucial. EMP...
Continue ReadingApplying for an immigrant visa, a green card, is an exciting but unfortunately complicated and all-too-often frustrating process. If you are considering or currently applying for an immigrant visa, you may wonder, What can an immigration lawyer do for you? An immigration lawyer is an invaluable asset, helping clients understand their options, avoid mistakes, and improve their chances of...
Continue ReadingAsylum allows individuals fleeing dangerous conditions in their home countries to permanently settle in the U.S., potentially saving their lives. But how long does the asylum process take? Many factors influence the typical asylum processing time, including whether the individual is in removal proceedings and the backlog of cases pending with the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)...
Continue ReadingWhen you’ve been injured in a North Carolina workplace accident and are receiving workers’ compensation benefits, you probably have questions. At the top of your list of questions might be, Can I get another job while on workers’ comp? The short answer is yes. But you’ll want to evaluate how it may impact your workers’ compensation benefits before taking...
Continue ReadingA green card interview is often the final step in becoming a lawful permanent resident (LPR) of the United States. During the interview, a United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) or consular officer asks questions to confirm that you qualify for a green card. The exact questions vary, but understanding the process and preparing for likely green card...
Continue ReadingIf you are facing immigration proceedings or helping a loved one navigate them, you may have come across the concepts of removal and deportation orders. These terms are often used interchangeably. Yet, deportation orders refer to an older system that distinguished between “exclusion” and deportation, while removal orders refer to the modern legal framework. At EMP Law, we help...
Continue ReadingMarriage to a US citizen can provide a path to lawful status. But can you be deported if you are married to a US citizen? Even if you are married to a citizen, you can still face deportation. Sometimes, you can avoid deportation based on your marriage, but it is not a guarantee, especially if you have a history...
Continue ReadingFinancial and employment security are vital to having a stable life and providing for yourself and your loved ones. An employer who fires you for illegal reasons jeopardizes that stability, and you may have a legal claim against them. Yes, you can file a wrongful termination lawsuit in North Carolina to enforce your rights and receive fair compensation. Wrongfully terminated...
Continue ReadingYour 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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