As the Trump Administration is having the largest mass deportation in modern history. All immigrants are already preparing for their options against mass deportation. When the ICE knocked on your door, ask for a warrant. Do not let them in because chances are they do...
To reduce a criminal conviction or sentence for immigration purposes, the specific legal "case" or motion you file depends on your current status (in custody or out) and whether you are trying to change the sentence length or the nature of the conviction itself.Under federal...
As of March 2026, the status of your Employment Authorization Document (EAD) depends on whether you are applying for the first time or renewing.For Initial (First-Time) Applicants• 180-Day Rule Still Active: You can currently apply for an initial EAD 150 days after filing your asylum...
Under the Trump administration, as of March 2026, asylum rules have undergone significant changes characterized by processing pauses, entry restrictions, and new financial requirements. Current Asylum Processing Holds Adjudication Pause: USCIS has placed an indefinite "adjudicative hold" on all pending affirmative asylum applications (Form I-589), regardless of...
It is important that undocumented immigrants should limit their time on the road ― only driving for work, school or essential errands ― and avoid transporting other undocumented immigrants, who will also be detained if you are stopped by ICE. Are you required to pull over...
A final rule published in September 2025 by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) grants U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) the authority to hire and train special agents with expanded law enforcement powers, including the ability to make arrests. The rule is scheduled to take...
Many clients are asking me what happen during the asylum pause. We will discuss below what happen during the asylum pause and what can you expect on your pending Employment Authorization Document. Does the asylum clock continues to run during the pause?Yes, despite the current asylum...
Do you need Caregivers in your Care Facility? This is a very challenging time for those Care Home Facility owners because of the shortage of Caregivers. Many caregivers can be petitioned by the facility owners whether they are coming from the Philippines or already in...
While dual citizenship is still legally recognized in the United States, Donald Trump's administration has taken action to restrict it, most significantly by attempting to end birthright citizenship for children of certain non-citizens. The policy, introduced through a January 2025 executive order, is currently blocked...
When the asylum decision process is paused by the Trump administration, it means that U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has temporarily stopped issuing final decisions to grant or deny pending asylum applications. This action was taken in late November 2025, in the wake of...
It is important that undocumented immigrants should limit their time on the road ― only driving for work, school or essential errands ― and avoid transporting other undocumented immigrants, who will also be detained if you are stopped by ICE.Are you required to pull over...
Yes, Caregivers can be petitioned for Green Card under Employment Based EB3 - other workers. You can verify this information in the Visa Bulletin as part of the Employment based category. This benefit is allowed you to have a Permanent Resident card and bring with...