Can an undocumented immigrant fly within the U.S.? Yes, they can, but that does not mean the process isn’t fraught with potential pitfalls and some danger. In general, domestic travel involves requests for official identification and contact with agents of the federal government. This means that air travel presents opportunities for an undocumented immigrant to be apprehended by federal...
Continue ReadingIf you were injured at work and filed a workers’ compensation claim, you are undoubtedly anxiously waiting to see if your claim is approved. But you might not know how to check the status of your workers’ comp claim. Your workers’ comp claim status is available; you just need to know where to look. Our Charlotte and Winston-Salem workers’...
Continue ReadingMost people know noncitizens can get green cards and eventually citizenship through marriage. However, far fewer people know how to get a green card in the USA without marriage and how to get US citizenship without marriage. Many wonder, “Do you have to be married to get a green card?” Thankfully, the answer is no. You can also get...
Continue ReadingHave you recently suffered an injury while on the job in North Carolina? If so, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits to help cover your medical expenses and lost wages. However, navigating the complexities of the workers’ comp system can be overwhelming, leaving many injured workers needing guidance on how to obtain the compensation they deserve. In...
Continue ReadingComing to or remaining in the United States without government permission violates U.S. immigration law and typically results in losing your right to immigration benefits. This rule can seriously harm many noncitizens who would otherwise qualify for lawful permanent resident (LPR) status. If you fall into this category, you may be able to convince United States Citizenship and Immigration...
Continue ReadingYou may be wondering, How long do you have to be married to get a green card? As long as you are in a genuine, legal marriage, there is no length requirement. Marrying a U.S. citizen is one of the fastest ways to get a green card. Even so, it typically takes one to two years for an immigrant...
Continue ReadingApplying for asylum allows individuals who cannot safely remain in or return to their home countries to start a new life in the U.S. You apply for asylum using Form I-589, Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal. When you submit your Form I-589 application for asylum, you ask the U.S. government for the right to live here...
Continue ReadingIf you are injured at work, you will quickly become familiar with the different exams and evaluations likely required to return to work, including the functional capacity evaluation (FCE). Once an FCE is ordered, it typically means you are nearing the end of your treatment. In other words, your doctor is ready to give the okay for you to...
Continue ReadingThe U Visa is unique among U.S. visas. It allows crime victims to receive a visa and eventually a green card so long as they cooperate with the criminal investigation. Yet, U Visas are subject to a yearly issuance limit of 10,000 visas. Because of this limitation, the typical U Visa processing time is several years long. While your...
Continue ReadingBeing placed in removal or deportation proceedings can feel like staring down the total upheaval of your life. However, the immigration court judge can terminate the proceedings against you without deporting you. With your removal proceedings terminated, what next? Your next step depends on the reasons for termination, like: If you are facing immigration court proceedings, contact Elliot, Morgan,...
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