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Self-proclaimed California immigration lawyer Yehlen Dorothea Brooks led 12 “clients” to fall for her empty promises that she would protect them from deportation. Despite making claims that she would help undocumented immigrants and collecting fees ranging from $3,000 to over $16,000, Brooks was not an actual attorney. She was never licensed to practice law and …

Being deported from the United States can be a terrifying experience. Unfortunately, if you are an undocumented immigrant, you can be removed from the country even if your only crime was crossing the border without a visa. We all have read the stories about immigrants who came to the U.S. only to provide a better …

Thursday, January. 18th, 2018 – The U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced anyone who currently has Temporary Protected Status (TPS) under El Salvador’s designation who want to maintain their status through the previously announced termination date of September 9th, 2019, MUST re-register between January. 18th, 2018, and March 19th, 2018. Information on re-registering and …

On Monday, January 9, 2018, the Department of Homeland Security (“DHS”) announced that the Temporary Protected Status (“TPS”) designation for El Salvador would be terminated. This decision to end the designation was made in spite of substantial evidence documenting El Salvador’s problems with gang and gender-based violence, which have only worsened since the country first …

For undocumented immigrants living in the United States, each day is a mystery: Will I be deported tomorrow? Will I be separated from my family? What will happen to me if I return to my country? These are the questions that haunt them each and every day. Recently, the topic of immigration has become a …

Federal Court’s Continue the Hold on DACA and DAPA President Obama’s executive actions to protect millions of immigrants remain on hold after a federal appeals court panel refused to allow the programs to go into effect. President Obama announced Extended Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) and Deferred Action for Parents of Americans (DAPA) in …

The United States is extending its helping hand towards the country of Nepal which was hit with a 7.8 magnitude earthquake on April 25th that killed more than 7,000 people and destroyed many buildings. Congress responded to the crisis by introducing H.R. 2033, a bill which has yet to be approved by the Senate and …

Some states, like Washington, have more advantages for immigrants without a legal status. Washington allows immigrants without legal status to obtain a driver’s license. Washington has had success disregarding immigration status when it comes to getting a driver’s license because supporters recognize that licensed drivers are aware of safety rules and have insurance. Washington also …

On Tuesday, District Judge Andrew Hanen once again rejected President Obama’s request to allow his immigration executive actions to move forward. The case is on its way to the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals, which could mean a break for Obama administration after the 5th Circuit’s ruling on Tuesday as well. The 5th Circuit Court …

On Wednesday, The House Judiciary Committee passed a bill: H.R. 1148 that is similar to the SAFE ACT. H.R. 1148 allows for criminal penalties for unauthorized immigrants in the U.S. The first violation could result in a fine or imprisonment for up to six months. For later violations, imprisonment could be up to two years. …

As of March 25, 2015,H-4 dependent spouses of H-1B nonimmigrants, will be eligible for employment authorization. The Department of Homeland Security established the final rule on February 25, 2015. The rule supports H-1B nonimmigrants seeking employment-based Lawful Permanent Resident status. Approximately 180,000 H-4 dependent spouses are expected to qualify the first year, and 55,000 each …

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has disregarded the November prosecutorial discretion memorandum. ICE has implemented its own policy in accordance to Judge Hanen’s injunction against DACA and DAPA, President Obama’s proposal’s to protect millions of undocumented immigrants from deportation. Individuals that check in with ICE will be taken into custody for removal if they have …