There is a lot of confusing information about immigration, and it can be hard to separate the good advice from the bad. Of course, people usually do not give out misguided advice on purpose. The problem is really that U.S. immigration law is complicated. But for...
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US immigration law — Can I file for unemployment?
Losing a job can be devastating, especially for people who are hard workers and proud of their jobs. But things may be a little more complicated for certain groups of people like immigrants who are working in Louisiana and worried about running afoul of U.S....
Employment immigration: Securing a temporary work visa
Louisiana is a great place to live, and foreign nationals have several different options for making that happen. One way is through employment immigration, which gives immigrants the opportunity to work in the United States. Temporary work visas are fairly common in...
A pause on US permanent residency
Some foreign nationals who have been waiting for green cards in their home countries will now have to wait a little bit longer. This is frustrating, as securing U.S. permanent residency is already a long process. It can also be frustrating for citizens living in...
What can I do while waiting for my green card?
Permanent residents of the United States enjoy a number of benefits, including being able to work and travel within reason. However, some people who have already achieved permanent residence but have not yet received their green cards might not be sure what some of...
Getting proof of your US citizenship
Becoming a naturalized citizen of the United States is a long and hard journey. Actually getting that U.S. citizenship usually feels like a conclusive end to things, but a lot of people overlook something very important -- actually getting proof. Naturalized citizens...
Tighter US immigration law restrictions target the middle class
Almost everybody needs a little help now and then. One of the newest U.S. immigration law rules will make it a lot harder for some immigrants in Louisiana to reach out and ask for that help. This is because if immigration officials think that a person might need...
Applying for visa extensions according to US immigration law
Business and tourism visas are two of the most common ways people visit the United States temporarily. However, some people understandably want to extend their visits to Louisiana. The good news is that U.S. immigration law gives some people the option to stay in the...
ICE complicates family immigration for married couples
Getting married is a big deal. But some people in Louisiana have a lot more to think about than just the decorations and what to wear. U.S. citizens who are sponsoring their spouses have to deal with the complicated family immigration process. Sadly, these couples are...
US immigration law makes getting visas harder for pregnant women
Some women might find that it is more difficult to get visas than it was in the past. A new U.S. immigration law rule aims to keep out pregnant women who could be planning on giving birth in America. However, it is not exactly clear how immigration officials in...
