As the days inch closer to President-elect Donald Trump's Inauguration Day, many immigrants throughout the country are becoming increasingly uneasy, and are left with much uncertainty about the status of their life and future in the United States with Trump in office....
Month: December 2016
Defective industrial equipment can lead to injury or death
Florida workers in factories, power plants, refineries and similar industrial settings face safety risks on a daily basis that most other workers can only imagine. The machinery and other equipment industrial employees work with can cause catastrophic injury or death...
USCIS can waive ineligibility for a visa or green card
For many immigrants living in Florida, the path to U.S. citizenship or permanent residency begins with a visa application. As we discussed in an earlier post, there are many reasons an application for a U.S. visa could be denied. These include health reasons,...
Can a U.S. citizen in Florida help a relative get a green card?
Many U.S. citizens in Florida have family members overseas who would like to come to the U.S. and become permanent residents. U.S. immigration law allows U.S. citizens to sponsor their immediate relatives for legal permanent resident status, often referred to as a...
Who is liable for illness due to toxic exposure in the workplace?
When a Florida resident suffers injury or illness due to a toxic exposure, it is essential to identify who is legally responsible. Toxic exposure can occur just about anywhere. A significant number of cases arise in the workplace, when employees are exposed to...
Legal help for those seeking U.S. citizenship
For those in Florida who hope to become U.S. citizens, the naturalization process can appear mysterious and daunting. An applicant may be unsure if he or she is eligible for citizenship, and the forms and paperwork can be confusing. And some will wonder if something...