November 10, 2022
Our Perspective: Options After Layoff or Termination of H-1B Employment
Current tech companies are cutting jobs and laying off big sections of their workforce. The layoffs are affecting U.S. citizens, green card holders, non-immigrant work visa…
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November 9, 2022
USCIS Announces Online Filing for Affirmative Asylum Applications
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services announced that Form I-589, Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal, is available to file online for qualifying affirmative…
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November 8, 2022
E-Verify Requirements Reminder
The E-Verify portal is a beneficial tool for employers to easily and quickly complete the verification process for employment. E-Verify accounts are created and valid at the…
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November 7, 2022
DHS Begins Limited Implementation of DACA Final Rule
USCIS announced the current DACA Final Rule implementation, with related holds, while the DACA program remains a topic of litigation. Limited implementation began on October 31,…
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November 7, 2022
Investors Assume Risk, Says EB-5 Center
A lawsuit claims an EB-5 center defrauded investors of $57 million. The center, located in New York, states investors know and understand the related risk of these investments.…
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November 4, 2022
Frequently Asked Questions: Fiancé and Marriage-Based Visas
For most people, navigating the U.S. immigration system can be challenging. There are so many eligibility requirements, and the application process itself can feel very…
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November 4, 2022
Foreign Spouses’ Work Authorization Opportunity
A study from the National Foundation for American Policy, a nonpartisan research group, found the U.S. would greatly benefit by expanding work authorization for spouses of H-1B…
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November 3, 2022
CW-1 Petitions Update
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced updates to the CW-1 petitions. This is a clarification of a policy announced in August 2022. Certain limitations apply…
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November 2, 2022
ACICS Accreditation Loss May Affect STEM OPT, H-1B, and I-140 Applicants
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released the following statement on November 1, 2022. As the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ACICS) is…
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November 2, 2022
DACA Discrimination Lawsuit Revival Urged
The Fourth Circuit court is being asked to review a previous lawsuit claiming DACA status discrimination. The individual filing the lawsuit claims a large oil company rescinded an…
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