By Pollack, Pollack, Isaac & DeCicco, LLP | Published April 26, 2019 | Posted in Immigration | Comments Off on Unless Granted Parole, Detained Immigrants Ineligible for Release on Bond
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Unless Granted Parole, Detained Immigrants Ineligible for Release on Bond
On April 16, 2019, the Attorney General issued a crucial decision that impacts detained immigrants and their ability to be released from detention on a bond. The decision that is currently in effect has altered two matters, which are as follows: Overruling of Matter of X-K-. The respondent in this matter is a citizen of Read More
Read MoreNew Spending Bill May Double H-2B Workers
A new piece of legislation is causing a lot of conversation and controversy in Congress. Senator John Thune (R-S.D.) introduced the “Prioritizing Help to Business Act” to help states with low unemployment during busy seasons. This bill proposes a huge change to the H-2B program, which offers permits to allow foreign nationals to temporarily work Read More
Read MoreNew Order to Reopen Petitions from Young Immigrants Seeking Protection Under Special Immigrant Juvenile Program
On April 9, 2019, U.S. District Judge John Koeltl of the Southern District of New York finalized his March 15 judgement order. Judge Koeltl determined that the Department of Homeland Security’s unspoken policy of denying Special Immigrant Juvenile (SIJ) status petitions for those over the age of 18 was in violation of the law. As Read More
Read MoreSalt Bae Sued by Waiters Fired After Asking How Tip Pool Was Allocated
The Internet sensation known as Salt Bae is in hot water after his former employees went public with complaints about their purported unlawful treatment at one of his restaurants. Nusret Gökçe, a.k.a. Salt Bae, is a famous Turkish chef and an Instagram hit. However popular he may be on Instagram, it doesn’t translate to real-life Read More
Read MoreSupreme Court Rules in Favor of Government’s Authority to Detain Immigrants
Nielsen, Secretary of Homeland Security, ET AL. v. Preap ET AL. On March 19, 2019, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld the government’s authority to detain immigrants at any time after their release from local or state custody — including individuals that have already completed prison terms — for criminal convictions potentially years ago. The Read More
Read MoreHow Negligent or Inadequate Security Can Cause Harm at Public Events
Whether you’re catching a foul ball at Yankee Stadium or raging at a Bruce Springsteen concert, when you go out to an event, you trust that you’re in a controlled and safe environment. However, that is not always the case. When security at these events is lax, the potential for injuries increases. Venues have a Read More
Read MoreDHS Implements New Way to Conduct H-1B Lottery
If you are curious about the status of the H-1B visa—a popular work visa that is valid for three years and can be renewed for another three—under President Trump’s administration, here is the latest news. Each year, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) receives an immense number of applications for this work visa. American Read More
Read MoreH-2B Visas: New Selection Procedure After iCert Server Crash
The H-2B visa program allows United States employers to hire foreign workers for nonagricultural services on a temporary basis. The H-2B visa program is an important resource for both employers as well as foreign workers. In order to qualify for it, the petitioning employer must show that: There aren’t enough U.S. workers who are able Read More
Read MoreVICTORY FOR YOUNG IMMIGRANTS IN NY: JUDGE UPHOLDS AGE REQUIREMENT FOR SPECIAL IMMIGRANT JUVENILE (“SIJ”) STATUS
The law states that individuals under 21 years old may be eligible to receive Special Immigrant Juvenile (“SIJ”) status, but many young immigrants were still denied at the age of 18-20. While the law did NOT change, the Trump Administration changed the way it was interpreting the law. In a major class action lawsuit in New York, the plaintiffs Read More
Read MoreUSCIS Announces Updates to Civics Test
In order to become a citizen of the United States, foreign nationals have to go through the process of naturalization. During the standard interview, applicants are given what’s called a civics test. The civics test is an oral examination focusing on U.S. history and government. During the test, applicants are asked 10 out of a Read More
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