What and/or Who is an Asylee? An asylee is an individual who is forced to flee their country due to violence, war, or persecution. An asylee seeks protection from within the United States or at a port of entry. This is not to be confused with a refuge, who applies for protection outside of the [...]
What are Controlled Substances? Controlled substances are referred to as drugs or other substances that the government chooses to regulate. The possession of drugs, such as; cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, or other illegal drugs, excluding marijuana, could result in a felony of the third degree, punishable by prison time up to five years, and a fine as [...]
For undocumented individuals with dreams of becoming a citizen of the United States, having an immigration lawyer is fundamental to make that dream a reality. With Rivera Law by your side, your U.S. citizenship process will go smoother. We will work with you to: Assure you are prepared for your interview and exam. Assemble all [...]
H-2A and H-2B programs help the labor market shortage by allowing certain qualifying companies to temporarily hire foreign workers through legal work permits. Foreign workers who provide agricultural services are eligible for H-2A visa programs while non-agricultural workers may qualify for H-2B visa programs. The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is responsible for approving employer’s [...]
Vehicle accidents can be sudden and unexpected. Individuals who leave the scene of an accident may negatively react to the collision for many reasons including confusion or panic. It is important to know that leaving the scene of an accident comes with major consequences. Ramifications as a result of fleeing an accident scene can include; [...]
Many foreign nationals aspire to come to America in hopes of pursuing what many call the American Dream. A foreign national is someone who is not a naturalized citizen in the country they are residing in. In this case, the United States. Anyone who is not a naturalized citizen must legally attain a visa before [...]
Within the United States (U.S.), acquisition of a green card is the key to permanent residence. The correct legal term for a green card holder is “lawful permanent resident” or LPR. When someone holds LPR status, with patience and practice they can eventually become a naturalized U.S. citizen. Because green cards are a key to [...]
If you're taken into custody by the police, they must charge you with a crime in court within 48 hours (not counting weekends and holidays) or else release you. If the police to file criminal charges, then you must still be released if the charges are dropped, you are granted and post bail, you win [...]
Immigration lawyers in West Palm Beach The union representing U.S. immigration judges filed complaint grievance against the Department of Justice on Wednesday, naming Attorney General Jeff Sessions of attempting to dictate the result of deportation cases before a Philadelphia-based decide. DOJ responded by expressing the judge himself is currently being investigated investigation for potential violations [...]
The one-year-old boy cried hysterically – A 1-year-old boy in federal custody that appeared in immigration court unaccompanied by his family in Phoenix shortly entertained himself with a ball, drank from a bottle, then “cried hysterically” as he was getting ready to leave the court Friday, per The Associated Press. But he was eventually granted [...]
