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Lawful permanent resident to naturalized citizen: the basics
For many lawful permanent residents in the United States, their ultimate goal is to apply for naturalization and become a citizen. The process can be complex and time-consuming, but it’s important to have at least a general understanding of the requirements. Time matters There are…
Do you know the extent of your right to remain silent?
Most people know that they have the right to remain silent. But the extent of this right is oftentimes lost on those who don’t practice criminal defense. This can leave you at a significant disadvantage when dealing with the police, and it can put you…
Risky driving behaviors lead to more accidents
There were many events that got people’s attention during 2020, but one trend in traffic incidents has come to light only after looking in the rearview mirror. A recent report from the National Safety Council (NSC) revealed that even though fewer drivers were on the…
Family-based immigration and the steps to reunite with loved ones
For several years, you have diligently worked in the U.S., transferring some of your hard-earned money to loved ones in your home country. You want to take care of them from 2,000 miles afar. In your mind, though, this has gone on long enough. You…
I got a DUI. Will this affect my citizenship application?
We all make mistakes from time to time. Maybe you drank just a little too much at a family party or when out to dinner in downtown Charlotte. Then, while driving home you were pulled over by police and arrested for drunk driving. Getting a…
Temporary protected status eligibility and documentation
Temporary protected status (TPS) may be granted by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to eligible nationals of certain countries. It applies when the conditions in the country temporarily prevent the country’s nationals from returning safely or where the country cannot adequately manage the…
Local police officer charged with assault after domestic incident
In Charlotte and across North Carolina, a domestic incident can happen to anyone and result in an arrest. This includes people in law enforcement. In addition, it is not restricted by gender. Although the overwhelming percentage of domestic violence cases have women being victimized, they…
Senator says deporting military veterans must end
U.S. immigration law lets an undocumented immigrant in South Carolina get deported, even if they served in the American military. A U.S. Senator from another state is leading the fight to change that. Sen. Tammy Duckworth served in the Army during the Iraq War, where…
Understanding workers’ compensation claim denials
Workers’ compensation is intended to provide payments to workers to cover their wages, medical expenses and other costs when they are injured at work. Workers can suffer injuries such as cuts and bruises, strains, sprains, broken bones and traumatic brain injuries. These injuries happen in…
Temporary work permissions extended for immigrant crime victims
Undocumented immigrants often face the difficult dilemma of cooperating with police when they are crime victims or witness and then risk the ability to work or stay in this country. However, the federal government announced earlier this month that it will expedite the issuance of…
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