Readers ask about punishment law

Questions continue to be asked about the proposed change to the penalty law. Unfortunately, the USCIS proposal has not yet been approved. As soon as a decision is made, I will be updating you. In my La Opinión column this week I answer several questions from readers, including two about the punishment law. Here I answer from ... Read more

Can you obtain a work permit while waiting for an immigrant visa?

This week in my column in La Opinión I answer questions from readers. Remember that I respond in a general way to your doubts. Each case is different, so you should consult an attorney for personalized legal advice. I am a permanent resident and I was arrested in the past, can I apply for U.S. citizenship? - Ingrid R. ... Read more

Business visas allow you to enter and live in the U.S. legally.

Did you know that there are business visas that allow you to enter and live in the United States legally? This week, in my column in La Opinión, I cover the topic. Each year, the U.S. government issues visas for foreign investors and their immediate families that allow them to live temporarily or permanently in the U.S. and their ... Read more

How to obtain an E-2 investor visa

In my column this week in La Opinión, I explain how to obtain an E-2 investor visa: In recent weeks, several people have asked me how they can legally immigrate to the United States through a business. It's not easy, but it could be a viable option for those who qualify. One of the challenges ... Read more

How to re-register for TPS without paying USCIS fees

Six days remain until the close of the re-registration period for the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program for the 212,000 Salvadorans eligible for the benefit. The re-registration period that began on January 9 comes to an end on Monday, March 12. In my column this week in La ... Read more

Alert: change to punishment law not yet in force

This week in my column in La Opinión, I warn my readers about the danger of falling victim to notaries who are promising to process exemptions to the penalty law under the terms of a new proposal that has not yet gone into effect. I have recently received several calls from people who want to initiate the process ... Read more

Why Salvadorans should hurry to re-register for TPS

The re-registration period for the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program for the 212,000 Salvadorans eligible for the benefit is just three weeks away. The re-registration period that began on January 9 comes to an end on Monday, March 12. In my column this week in La Opinión, ... Read more

Can a Mexican university student obtain a work permit in the U.S.?

In my column this week in La Opinión I answer readers' questions. Here I respond in a general way to readers' doubts. Each case is different, so you should consult an attorney for personalized legal advice. I am Mexican and have been living in Los Angeles since last month. I am an actuary with a degree in ... Read more

Teacher abuse could be grounds for immigration benefit for children and their parents

Last week a teacher at Miramonte Elementary School in South Los Angeles was arrested, accused of committing lewd acts against more than 20 children for sexual gratification, after a series of photographs were discovered showing students between the ages of 7 and 10 blindfolded and gagged, being victimized. Teacher Mark Berndt had been ... Read more

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