Most 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 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 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,...
Continue ReadingIf you get injured or become ill due to your job in North Carolina, you may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits. Workers’ compensation is a type of insurance that provides benefits to employees who are injured or become ill due to their job. In North Carolina, filing a workers’ compensation claim can be confusing, so here’s a step-by-step...
Continue ReadingWorkers have a right to engage in employment without fearing the consequences if they resist sexual harassment or complain of racial discrimination. Unfortunately, these and other unfair and unjust practices occur in workplaces throughout North Carolina. In this post, the EMP Law team explores laws protecting workers against retaliation and provides examples of workplace retaliation. Our experienced employment lawyers...
Continue ReadingNo, la Administración de Seguridad del Transporte (TSA por sus siglas en inglés) no verifica el estatus migratorio para vuelos domésticos dentro de Estados Unidos. La principal responsabilidad de la TSA es garantizar la seguridad de los pasajeros y sus pertenencias durante los viajes aéreos. Sin embargo, los pasajeros aún deben presentar una identificación válida emitida por el gobierno...
Continue ReadingEl tráfico humano es una de las formas más desgarradoras de explotación en el mundo actual. Cada año, millones de personas, muchas de ellas mujeres y niños, son víctimas de este crimen atroz, siendo sometidas a la esclavitud sexual, el trabajo forzado y otras formas de explotación. Ante esta realidad alarmante, es crucial contar con medidas efectivas para proteger...
Continue ReadingNorth Carolina has several laws protecting employees regarding safety, preventing discrimination, fair pay, and fair work opportunities. Suppose your employer fires or punishes you for speaking out against a violation of your employee rights. In that case, you can file a complaint under the Retaliatory Employment Discrimination Act (REDA) to get your job back or recoup your financial losses. ...
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