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Managing culture shock as an immigrant

Arriving and living in a new country is a unique chapter in some people’s lives. It means new opportunities, new people to meet and new experiences. During the honeymoon phase of arriving in a new country, you may feel excited and optimistic about what is…

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Keeping your family together through the immigration process

A foreign national hoping to achieve permanent residency in the United States can apply for a green card. Every green card application has its own set of caveats, but it will open many opportunities for you and your family. One of the more common ways…

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How do I get a green card?

For many immigrants, receiving a green card is the culmination of patience, challenging work, lots of paperwork and arduous immigration proceedings. Having a green card is different from being a U.S. citizen. However, i t is a happy time for the green card recipient, leaving…

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Legislature targets immigrants with new bills

Immigration has long been a hot-button political issue in American life, and politicians know they can get the public’s attention when they announce policies that target undocumented immigrants. In recent months, North Carolina lawmakers have advanced several measures that seem designed to make life more…

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What happens if my rental car is damaged?

When you rent a car, it is a fun and scary time. For one, it is fun because you get to drive a new car, especially if it is a fun car, like a sports car or convertible. On the other hand, it is not…

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Can I seek workers’ compensation benefits if I work remotely?

The past few years changed the landscape of the traditional workplace in the United States. Many employers are now permitting employees to work remotely part-time or full-time. Still, work-from-home employees face hazards and can be injured, just as they could if they worked on-site. Work-from-home…

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Crimes need not be aggravated nor a felony for deportation

We all make mistakes, some more serious than others. For example, plenty of people in the United States are charged with a crime and ultimately convicted. They serve their sentence and go back to their lives. But if you are a noncitizen and are convicted…

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What you do after the car crash matters

North Carolina car accidents can devastate your life or be a mild inconvenience, and the severity of the accident itself is just one factor of how badly it affects your life. What you do after the car crash matters. Establishing your case If you gather…

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Workers’ compensation: A safety net

Workers’ compensation refers to benefits an employee may seek if injured on the job. It’s a kind of no-fault insurance meant to restore losses sustained by the employee, while at the same time protecting the employer from legal action. Workers’ compensation laws vary from state…

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Guiding you through family immigration law matters

The reasons to immigrate to America are multitudinous; however, when families move to the United States, the main objective is to keep their family together as a unit. Unfortunately, immigration law issues could arise, resulting in families being split due to issues with status. This…

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