Each year, people come into Pennsylvania from other countries as immigrants. Some of those individuals obtain commercial visas so that they can conduct business while in the country. It’s important to understand what a commercial visa is and how it works. What is a...
The H-1B workforce is returning to work as American offices are reopening. These workers had to comply with H-1B requirements when they worked from home and may have to comply with other rules when they return to the office or the employer’s workplace. H-1B The H-1b...
Political discussions about immigration in Pennsylvania and across the nation frequently revolve around who should get to enter the country and who should be removed. Citizens naturally want people to follow immigration laws, but life circumstances often make this...
In Pennsylvania and the rest of the country, there are many immigration laws, and the entire subject can get tricky as these laws change from time to time. Immigration consequences and appeals are common areas of law for undocumented individuals who are affected by...
Although the United States has seemingly relaxed its approach to marijuana, the fact remains that the drug is still illegal under federal law as well as many state laws. This means that those who are accused of drug crimes related to marijuana can have their...
The U.S. creates a visa category for people and businesses seeking to invest in the United States. The policy justification here is clear, the government wants to encourage foreign businesses to create jobs and wealth in the United States by investing here. There are...
If you or a family member would like to come to the U.S. to work, you have options. The United States issues both temporary and permanent visas. You can file a petition with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services to stay in the U.S. for job-related purposes....
If you are an immigrant currently based in Pennsylvania, you are probably looking forward to achieving the American dream. However, that dream may fade if you didn’t undergo inspection when you entered the country. It’s important to know what can happen if you enter...
Immigrants seeking to live in the U.S. face many challenges on their quest to obtain visas as well as citizenship. Dealing with U.S. immigration officials often represents the largest hurdle, involving the completion of the required documents and then the often-long...
The Biden Administration recently announced a return to a priority-based system with respect to immigration enforcement. The new guidelines will apply to thosel facing deportation for violations of the country’s immigration laws. Temporary measures were in place...