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September 2024

Pregnant and Working? EEOC Protections Can Help

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently filed 110 lawsuits challenging employment discrimination during the 2024 fiscal year. These lawsuits focus on protecting vulnerable and underserved populations, with a special emphasis on new and...

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Key Changes to Form I-131: Travel Permits Simplified

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently introduced a new edition of Form I-131, officially named “Application for Travel Documents, Parole Documents, and Arrival/Departure Records,” which became mandatory on October 11, 2024. This form...

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Visa Denials and Blacklists: How DHS Is Targeting?

Recent allegations against the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) suggest that the agency has overstepped its legal bounds, targeting Indian-owned businesses with secretive blacklisting practices. This includes visa revocations and denials without proper legal...

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How Secure Is Your Immigration Process? Stay Scam-Free

The immigration process can be complicated, and unfortunately, scammers often exploit this complexity. Applicants and petitioners seeking legal immigration benefits are prime targets. Understanding how to spot and avoid these scams is crucial to protect...

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How Can You Protect Yourself from H-1B Visa Misuse?

The H-1B visa program is designed to allow foreign nationals to work in specialized fields for a U.S. employer. However, complications can arise when an employer misuses the visa, such as assigning employees to different...

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1988 Immigration Law Still Influence Modern Policies?

In 1988, the United States passed Public Law 100-525, an amendment to the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). At the time, the changes were technical and administrative, but they laid important groundwork for immigration policy...

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H-1B Visa Holders: 190-Year Wait for a Green Card?

The U.S. tech industry is facing an unprecedented wave of layoffs, hitting Indian H-1B visa holders the hardest. With stricter immigration policies, surging visa fees, and long green card wait times, these professionals are encountering...

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USCIS Reveals New EB-1 Visa Criteria: Simplified

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently introduced new guidelines for individuals seeking the EB-1 visa, a classification for people with extraordinary ability in fields like arts, sciences, business, and athletics. Effective as of...

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The Secret Behind Unused Visas and Caps

Unused immigrant visas and the determination of visa caps are critical aspects of U.S. immigration law. They impact thousands of immigrants waiting to move to the U.S. but face delays due to legislative frameworks. Section...

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