Can you be deported because of a DUI?
Drunk driving is dangerous. According to the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, 32% of all fatal traffic accidents in the state in 2019 were alcohol-related. In an effort to improve traffic safety, Virginia has some of the toughest DUI penalties in the nation. Even someone convicted for a first-offense DUI faces a mandatory minimum fine of $250 and
How to obtain an E-2 visa
An E-2 visa is an entrepreneurial visa allowing foreign nationals to temporarily enter the U.S. and develop a for-profit business where they own at least a 50% share and in which they’ve made a substantial investment. There’s neither floor nor ceiling for that investment, but it’s generally thought the minimum to be between $100,000 to
¿Si no soy ciudadano, perderé todo en mi divorcio?
No ser ciudadano resulta en muchas dificultades en cada aspecto de la vida. A veces, los inmigrantes no ciudadanos tienen miedo de reportar crímenes a la policía, tienen preocupaciones sobre la falta de seguridad del trabajo, y más. El divorcio es un campo más en que el estatus migratorio puede traer preocupaciones adicionales. ¿Es verdad
Obtaining and renewing a green card
A green card, also known as a Permanent Resident Card, allows its holder to live and work permanently in the United States. There are several options to obtain a green card and information is available about how to renew it. Green cards One of the most common paths to a green card is through a
How does divorce affect my immigration status?
Divorce is complicated, and going through a divorce as an immigrant can mean a whole new level of complications. In addition to the other worries that come with a divorce, you may worry about deportation. The good news is that a divorce does not necessarily mean you will immediately be deported. However, you should still
Uninsured motorist fee no longer an option as of July 1, 2024
While Virginians can be fined for driving uninsured in the commonwealth, currently they can register their vehicles without being insured by paying a fee. However, as of July 1, 2024, this will no longer be the case. All motorists in Virginia must carry auto insurance as of July 1, 2024. After that date, those who do
Can I file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy if I’m not a U.S. citizen?
Hard financial times can fall upon anyone living in the U.S., even if they are not a U.S. citizen. A person living in the U.S. with a Green Card might be interested in filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, but can they do so if they are not a U.S. Citizen? Who can file for Chapter
What type of “financial compensation” might you be entitled to?
Victims of personal injury incidents in America probably recall hearing in TV commercials or seeing on billboards that they might be able to recover “financial compensation” if they pursue legal action. But, if you have been a victim of a personal injury incident, just what type of “financial compensation” might you be entitled to? Types
¿Qué se necesita para calificar para la DACA?
El programa de Acción Diferida para los Llegados en la Infancia (DACA, por sus siglas en inglés) ha hecho posible el sueño de quedarse en los Estados Unidos para miles de inmigrantes que antes no sabían si tendrían que volver a sus países. Este programa todavía existe, pero hay requisitos específicos con que un solicitante
If your child is born in the United States, can you stay?
This is a common question among non-U.S. citizens who give birth to a baby while visiting the United States. Whether the mother is here on vacation or for another temporary reason that does not allow her to remain in the United States permanently or work in the United States, it can be a complex issue.