Fearing Deportation, Mixed-Status Families in U.S. Draw Up Emergency Plans

Fearing Deportation, Mixed-Status Families in U.S. Draw Up Emergency Plans

By: Mary Campbell As federal immigration enforcement intensifies, families in the United States with mixed immigration status—where some members are citizens or lawful residents and others are not—are increasingly living in fear of separation. In response, many are quietly preparing “what-if” plans: designating guardians for their children, organizing important documents, and making arrangements in case […]

Left Behind, Not Forgotten: A Path to Legalization for Abandoned Immigrant Minors

Left Behind, Not Forgotten: A Path to Legalization for Abandoned Immigrant Minors

Across the United States, countless immigrant children live in fear and uncertainty—not because of something they’ve done, but because they have been left behind. Abandoned by parents or caregivers, they face the world without the protection, stability, and love that every child deserves. This loss isn’t just emotional—it carries profound legal consequences. For these vulnerable […]

Benefits Available to Victims of Crimes in NYC: Bus, Train, and Street Incidents

Benefits Available to Victims of Crimes in NYC: Bus, Train, and Street Incidents

By Esther Claudette Gittens | Editorial credit: BrandonKleinPhoto / shutterstock.com  New York City, with its bustling streets and extensive public transportation network, sees millions of residents and visitors commuting daily. Unfortunately, crime incidents sometimes occur, leaving victims in distress. To aid those affected, NYC offers a comprehensive range of benefits and resources tailored to victims […]

Consequences of Losing a Political Asylum Case in the USA: What Comes Next?

Consequences of Losing a Political Asylum Case in the USA: What Comes Next?

By Brian Figeroux, Esq. | Editorial Credit: Evgeniia Primavera / shutterstock.com  Political asylum is a vital legal protection for individuals who fear persecution in their home countries due to their race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group. However, not all asylum applications are successful. Losing a political asylum case in […]

Navigating Immigration Consequences: The Importance of Post-Conviction Relief for Non-Citizens

Navigating Immigration Consequences: The Importance of Post-Conviction Relief for Non-Citizens

By Brian Figeroux | Editorial Credit: Skyward Kick Productions / shutterstock.com  For non-citizens, addressing the immigration consequences of a conviction through post-conviction relief can be critical for avoiding deportation or other adverse immigration actions. Legal strategies like vacating convictions based on ineffective counsel or modifying sentences to avoid aggravated felony designations can play a significant […]