Immigration to the U.S. through the U.S.-Mexico border has always been challenging for many. But it became even more complicated when the Trump administration implemented Title 42. An emergency health authority, Title 42 was a policy that allowed U.S. officials to...
Family Immigration
How can you help your children adjust to a new country?
Moving to a new country can be both exciting and terrifying. One part of the brain feels optimistic, while another feels nervous about the uncertainties. These thoughts can be more overwhelming for children immigrating to a new country. They can feel happy about...
How does an adopted child achieve joint residence?
Some permanent residents in the U.S. have adopted children who live overseas, but now want to bring them to this country to make a life here. If this situation describes you, then you should understand how to successfully complete the steps to make your dream happen....
Basic facts on helping stepchildren immigrate
U.S. immigration law allows foreign residents with children to make a new life in the U.S. However, a blended family can also be an immigrant family. A blended family forms when someone marries a wife or husband with children from a previous relationship. Stepchild...
Role of child’s age and marital status in the immigration process
Whether holding citizenship or permanent residency, parents may file an immigrant visa petition with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to bring their children to the U.S. During the process, applicants must consider their child’s age and marital...
The PHRA prevents discrimination
Pennsylvania is a proud state that has opened her doors to all peoples in pursuit of freedom and acceptance. The Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA) embodies these principles and legally protects any person from being hated or discriminated against. The law was...
Getting a K-1 nonimmigrant visa for foreign-born fiancé
When you live in Pennsylvania and want to marry someone born outside of the United States, there are certain legal channels you must follow to be able to do so. As a U.S. citizen looking to marry someone born in another nation, you first need to secure a K-1...
Is US citizenship awarded at birth?
Becoming a United States citizen is a laborious process. But many people earn this right upon birth. There are two specific situations that allow a person to claim citizenship upon birth. Birth location Anyone born in the United States is a U.S. citizen. The other...
How can you help your family members get a green card?
If you are currently living in the United States as a citizen or a lawful permanent resident, you might have family members abroad who wish to come to the country as well. You can petition for certain family members to receive their own permanent resident card, also...
How do L2 visa holders prove employment eligibility?
As you may know, most U.S. employers have a legal duty to verify the work eligibility of everyone they hire. This obligation, which comes from a 1986 federal law, requires employers and new employees to complete I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification forms. On your...
