Author: The Law Firm of Ruiz Dougherty, PLLC
Inmigración: Barreras condicionales al buen carácter moral
La determinación del buen carácter moral es una parte importante en el proceso de naturalización para quienes desean convertirse en ciudadanos estadounidenses. Esta evaluación puede ser complicada por la presencia de barreras condicionales en la ley de inmigración de los Estados Unidos. Este proceso implica que las autoridades revisen su historial penal (enlace en inglés) para determinar
Tips for dealing with the stress of a DUI charge
Stressing out about your drunk driving charges is a normal response, especially when you’re worried about the ramifications it can have on your immigration status, that doesn’t make dealing with your situation any easier, but it can help you slow down and focus on the fight ahead. Although the prosecution is probably threatening significant penalties
What are my options if I get into a car wreck on the job?
Many Virginians drive vehicles as part of their jobs. Aside from truckers, delivery drivers and other professional drivers, many others are expected to travel between worksites or to visit customers. Whenever a worker drives for a living, there is also a chance they will get into a serious motor vehicle accident while they are on the job.
How might my immigration status affect child custody?
If a non-citizen living in Northern Virginia suddenly finds themselves facing a custody proceeding, they may worry that the other parent or the court may use their immigration status against them. The good news is that immigration is not a factor Virginia courts consider when deciding custody or parenting time. This is true even if a person
¿Una condición de salud puede afectar mi estado migratorio?
Cuando se trata de obtener la ciudadanía en los Estados Unidos, pueden surgir muchas dudas. Una pregunta relevante está relacionada con las condiciones de salud del inmigrante. Para ayudarle a entender un poco más los requisitos de su solicitud de naturalización, compartimos información importante acerca de las condiciones de salud y otros temas que pueden
Applying for asylum in the United States
The United States welcomes immigrants each year from all parts of the world. Some of them are seeking asylum, which means they have experienced persecution or are in fear of persecution in their country and want to stay in the United States. There are several steps they must follow. Reasons for asylum There are several
What if an immigrant is being unlawfully detained?
In recent years, immigration has been such a difficult issue to navigate that many people are nervous about their status. Even people who have done their best to follow the law wonder what might happen to them if they are investigated and arrested. Many in Virginia worry they could be detained and deported This is
¿Cuáles derechos tendré como residente permanente? ¿Como ciudadano?
La decisión de empezar el proceso largo y arduo de ajuste de estatus migratorio es una decisión que puede tener una variedad de justificaciones. A veces empieza con una persona indocumentada que quiere obtener el derecho de trabajar legalmente. A veces es una persona que ya tiene la residencia permanente, pero quiere obtener los derechos
Is Chapter 7 bankruptcy an option for you?
Millions of Americans face the prospect of looming debt in their day-to-day lives. Not only does this cast a cloud over the family financial situation, but it can also affect a person’s mood and activities – overwhelming debt can leave a person feeling hopeless. But, for many, there is hope. They need to ask themselves:
Do I have to tell the police my immigration status?
Talking to police makes most people anxious and stressed, even if they have done nothing wrong. If you are an immigrant and have an encounter with the police or immigration agents, the experience can be even more frightening, especially if you are asked about your immigration status. You have certain constitutional rights in the United States,