New Public Charge Rule Rescinded: How it Affects your Green Card Application?

A U.S. Federal Court in Illinois issued a decision rescinding the new Public Charge Rule of the Department of Homeland Security on November 2, 2020. The implementation by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) of the new Public Charge Rule is halted. Thus, this Rescinded Public Charge Rule shall

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Free Initial Consultation with a New York Lawyer

Hayes & Simon, an international law firm, is offering a free initial consultation with an attorney in New York. Your legal consultation may be schedule at: Schedule a Call. The call shall be with, in most cases, New York Lawyer Sean Hayes. Hayes & Simon, P.C. Hayes & Simon professionals are internationally

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Foreign Nationals Can Work for Their Businesses in New York

If you are a foreign national living in New York, it is not impossible for you to start a business. Starting a business, in New York, does not, in most case, even require residing in New York or even having the legal ability to reside in New York. If you are

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Federal Court Dismisses Claim That Disney Violated H1-B Visa Law

A federal judge dismissed lawsuits brought by two former Walt Disney Parks and Resorts workers claiming that it conspired with outsourcing companies to violate visa laws. According to published reports, the lawsuit claimed that two American IT workers were laid off and forced to train foreign replacements with H1-B temporary visas

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What NY Businesses Should Learn From the United States v. Texas Immigration Decision

The Supreme Court’s decision in United States v. Texas this past June upheld a challenge to a pair of executive orders on immigration. While the political rancor continues on the issue of immigration, especially on the grand stage of election politics, businesses should remain vigilant in the evolution of immigration law

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“Certified” Translation of Documents Accompanying U.S. Immigration Visa Applications

Applicants for U.S. Immigration Visas must be accompanied by supporting documents from your nation of origin and “certified” translations of those documents are, typically, required. Applying for U.S. immigration visa can be a complex undertaking. Depending on the purpose of the visit to the United States, an applicant will have

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U.S. Green Card And The Benefits Of Permanent Residency In The U.S.

The process of obtaining a Green Card in the United States can be exhaustive and complex, but holders of it enjoy many benefits that come with permanent residency in the U.S. In the U.S., a Green Card is a permanent resident card allowing the holder to stay and work permanently

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Visas For A Temporary Visit To The United States: U.S. Immigration Law Basics

Generally, U.S. Immigration Law can get very complicated. Depending upon the nature and duration of a given visit, knowing the basics about the various types of Temporary Visas to the U.S. available will make the Visa application process easier to navigate. A Temporary Visa, also called a Non-Immigrant Visa, can come

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