How Green Card Holders Can Legally Lose Their Status, the Legal Process, and the Case for Pursuing Citizenship Amid Political Uncertainty

How Green Card Holders Can Legally Lose Their Status, the Legal Process, and the Case for Pursuing Citizenship Amid Political Uncertainty

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.   Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), or green card holders, enjoy the privilege of residing and working in the U.S. indefinitely. However, this status is contingent on adherence to specific legal obligations. With the potential return of Donald Trump to the presidency in 2025, concerns about heightened immigration enforcement and policy shifts have […]

Deportation Inoculation Warnings: Why You Must File for U.S. Citizenship Now

Deportation Inoculation Warnings: Why You Must File for U.S. Citizenship Now

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. In the United States, millions of lawful permanent residents (green card holders) are eligible to become U.S. citizens but fail to do so. Many delay filing for naturalization due to fear, procrastination, misinformation, or simply not realizing the urgency. However, waiting too long to apply could expose you and your family […]

Criminal Charges and Inadmissibility for B1/B2 Visitor Visas

Criminal Charges and Inadmissibility for B1/B2 Visitor Visas

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. When applying for a B1/B2 visitor visa to the United States, applicants undergo a thorough evaluation to determine their eligibility. A significant aspect of this assessment involves examining the applicant’s criminal history. Certain criminal charges, even if dismissed, can render an applicant inadmissible or lead to a visa denial. Crimes Involving […]

Attorney General James Puts Medical Transportation Industry on Notice, Announces New Actions to Stop Ongoing Fraud

Attorney General James Puts Medical Transportation Industry on Notice, Announces New Actions to Stop Ongoing Fraud

Editorial credit: Leonard Zhukovsky / shutterstock.com  AG James Has Secured More Than $10 Million From Transportation Companies, Won Criminal Convictions of 11 Individuals  NEW YORK – New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced new measures to stop a major source of Medicaid fraud by transportation companies that use fake billing schemes to steal from […]

Filing for a Pardon in New York State Involving Immigration Issues

Filing for a Pardon in New York State Involving Immigration Issues

By Brian Figeroux, Esq.  Filing for a pardon in New York State (NYS) is a detailed process that requires careful preparation, especially for individuals seeking relief from immigration-related consequences of criminal convictions. This comprehensive guide outlines the steps involved in applying for a pardon in NYS, highlights considerations pertinent to immigration law, and provides a […]

Deportation Defenses and Legal Representation: Navigating the Complexities of U.S. Immigration Law

Deportation Defenses and Legal Representation: Navigating the Complexities of U.S. Immigration Law

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial credit: Bartolomiej Pietrzyk/ shutterstock.com Increased deportation enforcement, particularly against individuals who have failed to meet asylum criteria or were ordered deported in absentia, has made deportation defense a critical area of immigration law. These proceedings can drastically alter an immigrant’s life, resulting in their removal from the United States, […]