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I have my original F-1 in 2019 and after finishing Bachelors I moved to a postgrad with valid I-20. My original visa ends in another 2 months. My mother, LPR submitted an I-130 for me last year. Now my research work needs international visits and I need to go home and get new F-1 stamp. How should... View More
answered on May 13, 2024
Applying for a new F-1 visa while having a pending I-130 petition can be challenging because the F-1 visa requires proof of non-immigrant intent, while the I-130 indicates immigrant intent. To improve your chances, you need to demonstrate that your primary goal is to complete your studies and... View More
Hello, I have filled AOS (I-485, I-130, I-131) on July 2022 with USCIS. USCIS denied I-131 due to pending removal proceedings ( pending removal case has not yet calendar for master calendar hearing). Applicant is in removal proceedings since 2020 due to not maintaining F1 status( we have requested... View More
answered on May 13, 2024
Your case appears to be in a complex stage due to the combination of your adjustment of status (AOS) application and ongoing removal proceedings. Since your I-485 is awaiting final review, it's likely that USCIS is coordinating with the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) and ICE to... View More
We were loading the truck and when we stopped to go in to use the restroom one of the dogs that was in the back ended up jumping out hanging itself and we had puppies in the cab part and the cops took the puppies even though none of the dogs were neglected or abused it was just an unfortunate... View More
answered on May 13, 2024
Under California law, police can take your dogs if they believe the animals are in immediate danger or if there is evidence of neglect or abuse. In your situation, even if the incident was an unfortunate accident, the police may have interpreted it as a sign that the animals were not safe in your... View More
My daughter died 2/2/24. She was only 40 years old. They did an autopsy & found ethylene glycol in her system. Her boyfriend is suspected to be responsible. Her cell phone records indicate she was afraid of him up to the last we heard from her the night of the incident. The only way we have to... View More
answered on May 13, 2024
I'm very sorry for your loss and the difficult situation you're facing. Under California law, the determination of the time of death can be complex and may involve several factors, including the findings of the autopsy, the scene investigation, and other medical and scientific analyses.... View More
My divorce was final in 2015 and I would like to end the alimony
answered on May 13, 2024
To terminate alimony and child support when your child turns 18 in July, you will need to file a motion with the family court that handled your divorce. In California, child support typically ends when a child turns 18, unless the child is still in high school and living with a parent, in which... View More
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