Spring in Connecticut brings longer days, warmer weather, blooming flowers—and a whole new set of driving risks. While most drivers associate dangerous road conditions with winter snow and ice, spring introduces its own unique hazards that contribute to accidents across the state every year. At The Law Offices of James A. Welcome, we’ve represented countless
The death of Pope Francis is being felt around the world—not just by members of the Catholic Church, but by countless immigrants and families who saw him as a true voice for justice and compassion. He wasn’t just a spiritual leader; he was someone who cared deeply about the struggles of real people, especially those
The Supreme Court has once again stepped in to block the Trump administration from proceeding with deportations under the Alien Enemies Act, a rarely used wartime law from the 18th century. The decision comes just two weeks after the Court initially allowed the administration to conduct a wave of expedited deportations using this law. This
An encounter with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) can be frightening—especially for undocumented immigrants and their families. But it’s important to understand that you have rights under the U.S. Constitution, regardless of your immigration status. The key is to know what those rights are, how to use them, and how to ensure your family is
A major immigration court ruling has delivered important legal protection to more than 500,000 migrants from Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela—individuals who entered the United States legally through the Biden administration’s CHNV parole program. On April 14, a federal judge determined that the Trump administration cannot revoke their immigration parole status without a full, case-by-case
Falling in love with someone from another country can be exciting and life-changing—but it can also raise a lot of legal questions. If you’re a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident and want to bring your partner to live with you in the United States, you’ll need to go through the immigration process the right
In a narrow 5–4 decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has given the Trump administration the green light to continue using the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 to deport individuals accused of gang ties—without the protections typically granted in immigration court. This ruling overturns a lower court decision from U.S. District Judge James Boasberg, who had
