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- USCIS Announces Employment Authorization Procedures for Liberians Covered by Deferred Enforced Departure September 23, 2024U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today posted a Federal Register notice establishing procedures for Liberians covered by Deferred Enforced Departure to apply for Employment Authorization Documents that will be valid through June 30, 2026.USCIS
- USCIS Extends Green Card Validity Extension to 36 Months for Green Card Renewals September 18, 2024Effective Sept. 10, 2024, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services automatically extended the validity of Permanent Resident Cards (also known as Green Cards) to 36 months for lawful permanent residents who file Form I-90, Application to Replace Permanent Resident Card.USCIS
- USCIS to Celebrate Constitution Day and Citizenship Day September 13, 2024On Sept. 17, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will celebrate Constitution Day and Citizenship Day as part of Constitution Week (Sept. 17 to 23).USCIS
- USCIS to Open International Field Office in Quito, Ecuador August 30, 2024U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services today announced the opening of an international field office in Quito, Ecuador on Sept. 10. The Quito Field Office will focus on increasing refugee processing capacity, consistent with USCIS commitments under the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program, and helping reunite individuals with their family members already in the United States.USCIS
- DHS Implements Keeping Families Together August 19, 2024The Department of Homeland Security today announced a Federal Register notice to implement Keeping Families Together, a process for certain noncitizen spouses and stepchildren of U.S. citizens.USCIS
- Secretary Mayorkas Announces Extension and Redesignation of Somalia for Temporary Protected Status July 19, 2024Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas today announced the extension and redesignation of Somalia for Temporary Protected Status for 18 months, from September 18, 2024, to March 17, 2026, due to conditions in Somalia that prevent individuals from safely returning.USCIS
- Secretary Mayorkas Announces Extension and Redesignation of Yemen for Temporary Protected Status July 8, 2024Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas today announced the extension and redesignation of Yemen for Temporary Protected Status for 18 months, from September 4, 2024, to March 3, 2026, due to country conditions in Yemen that prevent individuals from safely returning.USCIS
- Secretary Mayorkas Announces Extension and Redesignation of Haiti for Temporary Protected Status June 28, 2024Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas today announced the extension and redesignation of Haiti for Temporary Protected Status for 18 months, from Aug. 4, 2024, to Feb. 3, 2026, due to extraordinary and temporary conditions in Haiti.USCIS
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- Air and Marine Operations aircrew responds to in-flight emergency; assists passenger in safe landing October 8, 2024SAN DIEGO — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Air and Marine Operations (AMO) Multi-Role Enforcement Aircraft (MEA) aircrew responded to an in-flight emergency, providing critical instructions to a passenger that enabled a safe landing in…U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- U.S. Signs Customs Mutual Assistance Agreement with El Salvador October 8, 2024SOPDOC Troy Miller signs a Customs Mutual Assistance Agreement with Alexandra Hill, Foreign Minister, Ministry of Foreign Relations and Bejamin Mayorga, Director General of Customs of El Salvador. SAN SALVADOR – The United States…U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- CBP Continues Response to Hurricane Helene in North Carolina; Finalizes Preparations for Hurricane Milton Approaching Florida October 8, 2024MIAMI — As U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) continues responding to Hurricane Helene missions in North Carolina, the agency is also making final preparations for Hurricane Milton as it continues to gain strength in the Gulf of Mexico…U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Laredo CBP officers apprehend man wanted on homicide: negligent vehicular manslaughter warrant October 8, 2024LAREDO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Laredo Port of Entry this weekend encountered a man wanted in the Laredo area on an outstanding felony warrant for homicide: negligent vehicular manslaughter. “Our frontline CBP…U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- CBP officers seize over $267K in cocaine at Del Rio Port of Entry October 7, 2024DEL RIO, Texas—U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at Del Rio Port of Entry seized more than $267,000 in cocaine. “This significant narcotic seizure …U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Dulles CBP Agriculture Specialists Seize Slithery Sustenance October 7, 2024STERLING, Va. – There was zero chance that this stuff was going to slither away from U.S. Customs and Border Protection agriculture specialists at Washington Dulles International Airport. CBP found this snake meat in the baggage of a…U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- CBP's San Diego Field Office seals the month of August with over $21 million in seized narcotics October 7, 2024SAN DIEGO — CBP officers from the San Diego Field Office ports of entry sealed the month of August with notable figures, successfully seizing 10,827 pounds of narcotics worth millions of dollars in 108 separate incidents. While conducting security…U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Norfolk CBP Officers Seize Over $450k in Baltimore-Bound Dental Supplies Lacking Country of Origin Markings October 7, 2024NORFOLK, Va. – U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Norfolk, Va., recently seized over $450,000 in dental supplies that shipped from China for violating laws governing country of origin marking. Both shipments were destined to the same…U.S. Customs and Border Protection
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Family-Based Petitions
We assist families in navigating the complex U.S. immigration system, helping with visa petitions, green cards, and family reunification processes. Our services include:
• Family Sponsorship
• Fiancé(e) Visas (K-1)
• Adjustment of Status
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• Citizenship and Naturalization
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Our firm supports employers and employees in securing temporary work visas and permanent residency, ensuring compliance with all immigration regulations. Services include:
• H-1B Visa Applications
• PERM Labor Certification
• L-1 Visas for Intracompany Transfers
• E-2 Investor Visas
• E-3 for Australians
• TN for Mexicans and Canadians
• EB-1, EB-2, and EB-3 Green Cards
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We provide compassionate legal representation for individuals seeking asylum or refugee status in the United States. Our attorneys are experienced in handling:
• Asylum Applications
• Withholding of Removal
• Convention Against Torture (CAT) Protection
• Representation in Immigration Court
Deportation Defense
If you or a loved one is facing deportation, our skilled attorneys can help you fight removal and explore all available options to remain in the U.S. Services include:
• Cancellation of Removal
• Waivers of Inadmissibility
• Appeals and Motions to Reopen
• Bond Hearings
DACA and Temporary Protected Status (TPS)
We assist clients with Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and Temporary Protected Status (TPS) applications, helping them to secure temporary legal status and work authorization.
Labor Law Matters
Employment Contracts and Agreements
Our firm provides expert advice on drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment contracts to ensure that the terms protect your interests. Services include:
• Employment Contracts
• Non-Compete Agreements
• Severance Agreements
• Independent Contractor Agreements
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We represent employees and employers in wage and hour disputes, including issues related to unpaid wages, overtime, and misclassification. Our services cover:
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Compliance
• Wage Theft Claims
• Minimum Wage Disputes
• Overtime Pay Disputes
Discrimation and Harassment Claims
Our attorneys are dedicated to fighting workplace discrimination and harassment, ensuring that employees’ rights are protected. We handle cases involving:
• Discrimination Based on Race, Gender, Age, Religion, and Disability
• Sexual Harassment
• Hostile Work Environment Claims
• Retaliation Claims
DOL News Releases and Briefs
- Department of Labor finds Washington contractor transported farmworkers in unsafe vehicles by unlicensed drivers, housed them in moldy motel rooms October 8, 2024KENNEWICK, WA – The U.S. Department of Labor has debarred a Kennewick farm labor contractor from participating in the H-2A temporary agricultural worker program for three years after finding the employer provided workers with unhealthy living conditions; transported them in unsafe vehicles driven by people without licenses or proper permits; withheld wages and made illegal […]
- US Department of Labor finds Nebraska farm cooperative exposed employees stacking pallets of pork to musculoskeletal disorders October 8, 2024Employers: Wholestone Farms Cooperative Inc. 900 South Platte Ave. Fremont, NE Actions: OSHA investigationFindings: The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration cited Wholestone Farms Cooperative Inc. for three serious safety and health violations and proposed penalties totaling $36,873, following a March 2024 complaint investigation. OSHA issued serious violations under the general duty clause, […]
- Ball Corp. subsidiary to pay $309K to settle hiring discrimination of Black applicants at Georgia facility October 7, 2024ROME, GA – The U.S. Department of Labor has announced Ball Container LLC, a subsidiary of Ball Corp., has entered into a conciliation agreement in which the employer will pay $309,000 in back wages and interest to resolve alleged race-based hiring discrimination at the company’s beverage manufacturing facility in Rome. A routine compliance review by the department’s Office of […]
- Departamento de Trabajo recupera $132K en salarios y compensación por daños para 72 trabajadores de empresa de tortillas en Condado de Los Ángeles October 7, 2024Empleador: La Flor de Mexico Inc.Lugar de investigación: 5121 Commerce Drive Baldwin Park, […]
- US Department of Labor recovers $132K in wages, damages for 72 wholesale tortilla manufacturing workers in Los Angeles County October 7, 2024Employer: La Flor de Mexico Inc.Investigation site: 5121 Commerce Drive […]
- US Department of Labor approves up to $5M in initial funding to support disaster recovery jobs, training for Florida residents after Hurricane Helene October 4, 2024WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the approval of up to $5 million in initial emergency grant funding to Florida to support disaster-relief jobs and training services in 31 counties to help respond to Hurricane Helene.On Sept. 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 storm at Dekle Beach in […]
- Statement by Acting Secretary of Labor Su on September jobs report October 4, 2024WASHINGTON – Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su issued the following statement on the September 2024 Employment Situation report: “Today’s jobs report shows that our economy continues to thrive, adding 254,000 jobs in September, with the unemployment rate falling to 4.1 percent. With an average of 186,000 jobs added over the past three months, it’s clear […]
- US Department of Labor approves up to $5M in initial funding to support disaster recovery jobs, training for Florida residents after Hurricane Helene October 4, 2024WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the approval of up to $5 million in initial emergency grant funding to Florida to support disaster-relief jobs and training services in 31 counties to help respond to Hurricane Helene.On Sept. 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 storm at Dekle Beach in […]
- Statement from Acting Secretary Julie Su on International Longshoremen’s Association, United States Maritime Alliance agreement October 3, 2024WASHINGTON – Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su issued the following statement on the agreement reached between the International Longshoremen's Association and the United States Maritime Alliance.“As President Biden, Vice President Harris and this administration have said again and again, collective bargaining works. I congratulate the International Longshoremen’s Association and the United States Maritime Alliance […]
- Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims Report October 3, 2024In the week ending September 28, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 225,000, an increase of 6,000 from the previous week's revised level. The previous week's level was revised up by 1,000 from 218,000 to 219,000. The 4-week moving average was 224,250, a decrease of 750 from the previous week's revised average. […]
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