The many types of immigration relief program
Immigration Law | Posted on September 28, 2017 at 8:32 pm by ozmentlaw
The many types of immigration relief program If you are facing deportation or some other type of problem as it relates to your immigration status, it’s important to learn more about your legal rights. There is more than one type of immigration relief program, including but not necessarily limited to the following: Asylum. Depending on […]
How moral turpitude is defined and how it can get you deported
Immigration-Related Criminal Defense | Posted on September 19, 2017 at 8:34 pm by ozmentlaw
How moral turpitude is defined and how it can get you deported Up until the time you are granted United States citizenship, your ability to lawfully remain living in the country is not guaranteed. Instead, you’re always just a few steps from being sent back to where you came from. Perhaps one of the more […]
Where are most U.S. immigrants from?
Immigration Law | Posted on August 31, 2017 at 8:14 pm by ozmentlaw
Where are most U.S. immigrants from? In the early 2000s, most immigrants to the United States were simply arriving over the border from Mexico. That idea is still ingrained in many people’s minds, leading them to think that the majority of immigration comes from the United States’ southern neighbor. While immigration from Mexico is still […]
What if DACA ends?!
Immigration Law | Posted on August 29, 2017 at 8:16 pm by ozmentlaw
What if DACA ends?! ¡Español abajo! There are over 800,000 Dreamers in the United States, almost 10,000 of whom live in Tennessee. We are now hearing increasing talk about President Trump considering seriously whether to end DACA, the Executive Order signed by President Obama on June 15, 2012, which gave legalized presence to qualified Dreamers. One of the […]
A work accident should not threaten your immigration status
Immigration Law | Posted on July 5, 2017 at 7:46 pm by ozmentlaw
A work accident should not threaten your immigration status The Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Act requires most employers to carry workers’ compensation policies. Those policies generally must offer benefits to workers injured on the job, regardless of who may have been at fault. Yet despite this no-fault approach, many employers have fears about claiming their rightful […]
Possible Solutions for Holders of TPS (Temporary Protected Status)
Immigration Law | Posted on July 3, 2017 at 8:02 pm by ozmentlaw
Possible Solutions for Holders of TPS (Temporary Protected Status) ¡Español abajo! In May 2017, Department of Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly rocked the world of immigrants that hold “temporary protected status” (TPS) by announcing a limited 6-month extension of TPS for the 58,706 Haitians who are enrolled in the program. But the end is coming, DHS officials […]
Learn about immigration factors that might affect your case
Immigration Law | Posted on June 27, 2017 at 7:27 pm by ozmentlaw
Learn about immigration factors that might affect your case Coming to the United States is a dream for many people. The opportunities here seem to call people who are looking for a better life. When you have a family and want to come to the United States, you probably want to come as a family. […]
Are authorities restricting immigration protections for refugees?
Immigration Law | Posted on May 30, 2017 at 7:08 pm by ozmentlaw
Are authorities restricting immigration protections for refugees? Immigrants seeking to remain in the United States need to pursue a legal procedure called an adjustment of status. If approved, an applicant will become a lawful permanent resident of the United States and no longer need to apply for immigrant visas. Our law firm focuses on immigration law. […]
When do local Tennessee officials contact immigration officials?
Immigration Law | Posted on May 1, 2017 at 7:14 pm by ozmentlaw
When do local Tennessee officials contact immigration officials? In our last post, we talked about “sanctuary cities,” places where local officials might decline to help federal immigration authorities. Today’s post takes a closer look at the requests that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement authorities might make upon Tennessee officials. Reporting One source of contact involves […]
Fear of Trump immigration policy deters domestic violence reports
Civil Rights Law | Posted on March 28, 2017 at 6:17 pm by ozmentlaw
Fear of Trump immigration policy deters domestic violence reports For those whose presence in the United States is threatened by abuse or crime, the U visa has been a lifesaver — literally. Under the U visa program, victims of domestic violence and other violent crimes who are helpful to law enforcement are eligible to stay […]