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New Rule Proposal May Help Foreign Entrepreneurs

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced the proposal of a new rule that may allow many foreign entrepreneurs the opportunity to grow their businesses in the United States. Aptly called the “International Entrepreneur Rule,” the proposal focuses on the discretionary powers of DHS and USCIS … Continue reading New Rule Proposal May Help Foreign Entrepreneurs →

Non-English Speakers and the Miranda Warning

The Miranda warning is one of the most well-known set of rights in the criminal justice process. Anyone who has watched TV or movies has likely heard law enforcement inform someone getting arrested that they had the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney. However, many people in the United States may … Continue reading Non-English Speakers and the Miranda Warning →

Immigration in the Election Year

The challenges and blocks to President Obama’s executive orders regarding immigration policy earlier this summer demonstrate how immigration is an ongoing issue in politics. In fact, immigration has played an extremely key role in the 2016 presidential election, with both candidates regularly speaking about their immigration policy plans. The following is a brief overview of … Continue reading Immigration in the Election Year →

What is the U-Visa?

Anyone can be a victim of a crime whether you are present in the United States lawfully or not. Unfortunately, many undocumented residents may never report a crime to law enforcement as they are concerned about their immigration status. This not only hurts the victims, but also the community at large as the criminal offender … Continue reading What is the U-Visa? →