by Jeremy Jennings | Jun 3, 2017 | Immigration Law Blog
Two groups seeking to dismantle existing work authorization programs have filed legal challenges to the H-4 and OPT work authorization rules. H-4: Save Jobs USA v. United States Department of Homeland Security An Obama administration rule that allows spouses of H-1B...
by Jeremy Jennings | Apr 17, 2017 | Immigration Law Blog
In addition to making it more difficult for immigrants to safely arrive in the United States and begin new lives, President Trump’s executive orders will also put a large burden on taxpayers and the national debt due to their enormous costs: Border wall: $21.6 billion...
by Jeremy Jennings | Mar 17, 2017 | Immigration Law Blog
The EB-5 investment visa was created by Congress in 1990 to help bolster the nation’s economy through job creation and capital investment by foreign investors. Investors who apply for and receive approval for an EB-5 investment are rewarded with a green card, allowing...
by Jeremy Jennings | Feb 16, 2017 | Deportation / Removal, Immigration Law Blog
On Jan. 12, 2017, the Department of Homeland Security announced changes to policies affecting Cuban nationals and their parole and expedited removal processes. The announcements are part of an effort to normalize relations between the United States and Cuba that began...
by Jeremy Jennings | Jan 17, 2017 | Business Immigration, Immigration Law Blog
Beginning Jan. 1, 2017, all businesses in the state of Tennessee with 50 or more employees are required to use the E-Verify system to determine whether their new hires are authorized to work in this country. E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the...
