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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Arkansas on
Q: I’m currently living in Arkansas under a K1 visa. When would I be able to obtain a permanent driving licence?

Would I have to wait Until I file my AOS paperwork and receive my work permit / SSN?

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Sep 26, 2024

It depends on the state. You should contact the DMV in Arkansas to determine what documents an immigrant adjusting status based on marriage is required to provide in order to get a drivers license. Some states just require a 485 receipt, but others require a 766 work permit. Additionally, you... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Minnesota on
Q: I need to find out the total timeline for my fiancé from Peru, to get her K1 visa

I live in the United States and I am a college student. I want to bring her her so we can get married. I am trying to find the fastest way to get her a visitors permit or visa

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Aug 28, 2024

The first step is you file the I 129F, and then, once that is approved at the California service Center, the file is sent to the national visa center (NVC) in New Hampshire for additional processing. When they are finished, they will send the file over to the US consulate in Lima Peru for final... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Real Estate Law for Florida on
Q: Am I to assume a debt of $54k for solar panels that were not disclosed when I put an offer on the property?

I am in the mist of buying a house Cash in Polk County, FL. The house is $322k. I am to close on the property Sep. 2nd. However, 4 days ago, I was made aware that the house has solar panels that are leased to own. The balance remaining is $54k to be paid at $143.66 a month. The realtors on both... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Aug 21, 2024

It appears that the prospect of this solar company having the authority to place a lien on your house was a material fact that the seller had a legal duty to inform you about. If a seller fails to disclose a material fact during contract negotiations, then the buyer can sue for recision. This is... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law on
Q: I am on NVC stage and looking for an assistance in I864 from sponsor and Joint sponsor. MY wife is from south Carolina.

I am curious about the consultation charges.

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Aug 12, 2024

Consider working with an immigration attorney. Some of us charge a very affordable flat fee to handle the case even if it’s pending. The G-28 is a Notice of appearance of Attorney form that is filed so both the attorney and the client receive the same notices throughout the lifespan of the case.

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Florida on
Q: I was involved in an accident with a golf cart and a vehicle on private resident road, 55+ gated community.

Sheriff arrived on site and did an information exchange and suggest we get our own vehicles repaired and seek medical in needed. I now have received an attorney letter asking for my insurance, which I don’t have on golf cart. The other driver and myself agreed to be free of injury. How do I... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Aug 6, 2024

Homeowners insurance generally covers accidents caused by your negligence involving ATV vehicles if the accident happened on your property or on a golf course. Forward the attorney your home insurance policy. If the policy doesn’t cover this because it occurred off your property, it’s 99... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for California on
Q: Are two separate I-864 forms required one from the petitioner & one from joint sponsor if petitioner income not enough?

I'm the Petitioner, I don't have enough income to document, I'm seeing mixed information regarding this topic. Am I required to fill out a I-864 form while the joint sponsor fills a separate I-864 form?

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Aug 3, 2024

You have to complete an 864 form even if your income is insufficient. The joint sponsor also completed a separate 864 form, but if that joint sponsor lives in the same household then he completes an 864a

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Florida on
Q: If a commercial vehicle hit my son and the driver was not covered on the companies insurance policy what can I do
Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jul 27, 2024

You’d need to review the policy with counsel. There may be an umbrella that he is covered under or he may have his own personal policy. If he was on the job, the company is liable despite whether there is coverage for the employee so you could go after the assets of the company he worked for... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for New York on
Q: Please advise if it could help or not to apply for an extension of stay, what chance do I have to get a new tourist visa

Hello. I came to U.S. on a tourist visa. I was allowed to stay legally in U.S. for 6 months. I quit a job that I had regarding my birth country while I was in U.S. I had a marriage license in U.S. during a part towards the end of those 6 months and about one month and some days during overstay. We... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jul 7, 2024

A US Citizen can sponsor an immigrant after marriage for his green card despite your overstay, provided you entered the US with permission which you did. If you are an overstay and don’t get married and then exit the US, you may be subject to a 3 or 10 year bar depending on the length of your... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for New York on
Q: I am a U.S. citizen. If I marry someone outside the U.S.A., how can I bring her to the U.S.A? I am a man.
Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jul 7, 2024

If you marry a US Citizen outside the US, you can return to the US and file a spousal petition where your wife would process at the US Consulate in her country. The process involves filing multiple forms and documents and processing speed could last anywhere from 6 months to 18 months.

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for California on
Q: How do I get my dad a green card? And how much does it cost?

I am from Arizona

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jul 3, 2024

If Dad entered the United States with permission, he can adjust status if you are a US citizen over the age of 21. He shouldn’t file his adjustment case until 90 days after entry. The entire process can take between eight months minimum to 18 months. Some of us charge a reasonable flat rate fee... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: Is the motel allowed to legally kick you out if you've been there over 30 days and the same motel has done that to me ..

Also are they responsible if the bed frame sticking out from the bed and I tripped and broke two bones in my wrist

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jul 3, 2024

If you suffered injuries as a result of tripping over a concealed hazard and breaking two bones, then the motel could be liable for your medical bills and your pain and suffering. Retain an attorney here in Florida on contingency fee which means you pay nothing unless you win.

2 Answers | Asked in Family Law and Immigration Law for Texas on
Q: Hello, I have a question regarding getting married in the U.S., with one person being a foreigner.

I met my Fiancè over two years ago. We were dating for 1 1/2 years before I proposed to her. She has been entering on an ESTA. I proposed to her of March this year in the U.S. As relations between her country (in European Union) and the US government are not good, we would like advice on how to... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jul 2, 2024

An immigrant entering on ESTA can only intend to visit and cannot have preconceived intent when entering the US. However, there is nothing wrong with entering on ESTA with the intent to visit but later on changing your mind and wanting to stay. This is far more common than you would think. It is... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Florida on
Q: HOW LONG WE HAVE TO WAIT TO GET MARRIED WITH A TOURIST VISA?

I am a US citizen living in Florida and my fiancee has just began living with me, she entered the country a month ago with a tourist visa, can we get married shortly after she entered the country or we have to wait 60-90 before doing the marriage ceremony? she wants to do the change of status here... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jun 30, 2024

The issue is one of intent. If a visitor on a tourist visa enters the US with the intent to visit but changes her mind and wants to get married, that is permissible. But if she entered the US with intent to adjust status after marriage, that is a no no. It’s based on an honor system but you have... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law and Probate for South Carolina on
Q: Where can an undocumented couple get a marriage license?
Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jun 28, 2024

Different states have different rules on who qualifies for a marriage license. As regards to foreign nationals, some states require an unexpired passport while others will accept an expired one. This distinction can even be seen in different counties in the same state. Nevada for example is very... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Contracts and Securities Law for Florida on
Q: How do I file a lawsuit against someone who has scammed me out of 30k and trying to blackmail me as well what do I do?

My wife invested 30k with a friend that I’ve known for 40+ years which I didn’t know that he scammed others for millions until it was all over the internet that’s when he turned on me when I started to ask if she can have her money back it’s just all messed up when he started send photos... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jun 27, 2024

If anyone acts as another’s financial advisor snd invests money in the capital markets, they have to be licensed to do so. You should file against him with the SEC and FINRA as well as Floridas department of BPR and have him investigated and potentially prosecuted. Additionally the federal... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Minnesota on
Q: I am Mexican, I have a visitor visa. How can I move in with my MN based boyfriend?

I am currently in Mexico right now. We have been together for almost three years now (long distance) and it’s time we settled down for good to start building our lives together, I’d like to know what are my options to make it work? Thank you!

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jun 18, 2024

If you’re inside the US, he can sponsor you to adjust status for your green card after you get married. There is an issue of “intent” when you enter the US with a visitor visa as to whether you’re intending to visit or stay permanently. Sometimes the officer will ask you questions and look... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Massachusetts on
Q: I'm a citizen. I want to bring my 25 year old son to the US
Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jun 17, 2024

A US Citizen sponsoring an unmarried 25 year old immigrant would be sponsored outside of the immediate relative category under F1. You should look at the visa bulletin board department of state time table to ascertain the processing speed for your category.

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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation and Landlord - Tenant for Florida on
Q: I NEED ADVICE I LIVED IN A RESIDENCE W/ HOMEOWNER SINCE 2012 SADLY THE OWNER/ passed in feb I was served unlawful detain

I have lived/ here since 2012 with no lease& was not required to pay rent the homeowner was my mentor and just wanted to help me get on my feet, the homeowner passed February 8 of this year he did not have a will I believe it is still in probate the owners brother has not given written notice... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jun 17, 2024

You do not have any legal rights to the decedent’s property just because he let you stay there rent free for 12 years. However if he left you something in his will, you would have inheritance rights. Your status as of now would be as a de facto tenant at will. The personal representative of the... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Florida on
Q: Truck accident in Georgia left me potentially disabled I’m from Florida. This accident destroyed my life my age is 31.

A student driver was left unsupervised and slammed into my parked vehicle. I sustained 11 spine injuries and severe symptoms.

They fled the scene before the police arrived.

The insurance company accepted liability however they thought my injuries were minor because the previous... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jun 15, 2024

A client is free to discharge his attorney at anytime, but the attorney is entitled to file a cost lien for costs advanced and file a charging lien for work done (against any recovery that is obtained). Reach out to another Georgia attorney for possible representation if you want to discharge your... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law for Texas on
Q: How long can I leave the USA without forfeiting my green card?

I have to go back to my country of origin to take care of my aging father for a year or two. I plan on coming back to the USA as I own a house here, and my children and grandchild are here. I was told that if I was gone for a year I would forfeit my green card. If I return before the year is up how... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Jun 15, 2024

You need to apply for a re-entry permit which may allow travel outside the US for up to two years. Support your application with medical records showing fathers illness and any evidence from Dad and Dad’s doctors establishing that your help and support would be indispensable to his recovery.

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