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I am currently on STEM-OPT Visa and my company is working on helping be obtain an EB-3 Visa. There seems to be a couple steps;
1. Submitting and obtaining PERM Certificate.
2. Filing the form I-140 petition
3. Wait for Your Priority Date
4. Adjusting status.... View More 
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answered on Feb 22, 2024
The processing times for each stage of the EB-3 visa process can vary significantly based on several factors, including the volume of applications being processed and the specifics of your case. Generally, obtaining a PERM Certificate can take about 6 to 10 months, but this timeframe can fluctuate.... View More
I was born in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), but my family moved to Uganda for refugee as a result of the 1997 civil war in the Eastern part of DRC. As such I grew up and attended most of my school in Uganda. In 2017 I got an opportunity to come to the USA for my undergraduate, but over... View More
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answered on Feb 21, 2024
As someone who entered the USA on an F-1 visa, you may be eligible to explore options for family-based immigration. Since your family has been resettled in the US through the refugee resettlement process, you may have the opportunity to apply for a family visa to reunite with them. Family-based... View More
House to see if anyone else was there. Okay after that they found a weapon. My question is was that legal? They already had who they came for.
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answered on Feb 24, 2024
In general, if the police have a valid search warrant authorizing them to search a specific location, they are permitted to conduct a thorough search of that area. However, the legality of the search would depend on the scope of the warrant and whether it included authorization to search for other... View More
Do I need attorney for this I asked county child support they are giving me a runaround
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answered on Feb 8, 2024
In Wisconsin, to remove a child support lien from your vehicle and get the title back after paying what you owe, you typically do not need an attorney. First, pay the outstanding amount to the county child support agency that issued the lien. After payment, the agency should provide you with a lien... View More
I filed I-130 for my mother (while she is in USA on visit visa)? She is 70 years old.
Her I-130 is still pending, however, her 6-months visit visa stay duration is expiring in few days.
I am preparing the I-485 (concurrent filing) but have not yet submitted as her birth certificate... View More
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answered on Feb 5, 2024
As an attorney in the United States, you can advise your mother to stay in the U.S. while her I-130 petition is pending, even if her 6-month visit visa duration is expiring. When an I-130 petition is pending, your mother is allowed to remain in the country legally under what's known as... View More
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answered on Feb 5, 2024
Under California law, the phrase "Dirty Hands Clean Money" is not inherently illegal. However, whether you can make and sell products with this phrase depends on the specific context and use. If the phrase is used in a way that implies illegal or unethical activities, it could potentially... View More
Event: I was returning from using the restroom at roughly 1 pm, and a teacher entered the same hallway and told me to go to the principal's office. We entered the office, and the teacher told the principal that I was "out of class," which we were allowed to be with verbal or written... View More
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answered on Feb 4, 2024
The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures, but the application of these rights can differ in a school setting. The U.S. Supreme Court has held that school officials need only to have "reasonable suspicion" rather than "probable cause" to conduct a... View More
The juvenile office told this guardian to contact a public defender to request Zoom attendance at a recommitment hearing. This sounded a bit odd to me, as I had never had to do that in past years. In the past, I called the office to request that they send a link to me, or I could show up in... View More
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answered on Feb 4, 2024
To request attendance via Zoom for a Chapter 51 hearing as a guardian of an adult ward, you should follow these steps:
1. Contact the court clerk: Reach out to the court clerk's office where the Chapter 51 hearing is scheduled to take place. Explain that you are the guardian of the... View More
Went from 70k to 55k salary. Mortgage and cc payments make it nearly impossible to pay.
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answered on Feb 2, 2024
Filing for bankruptcy may provide relief from overwhelming debt, including private school loans, but it's essential to understand that not all debts are dischargeable through bankruptcy. Private student loans are typically not dischargeable unless the debtor can demonstrate undue hardship,... View More
This is in the state of Wisconsin
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answered on Feb 2, 2024
In Wisconsin, parents generally do not have direct access to the information gathered by a court-appointed guardian ad litem (GAL) in a divorce or child custody case. The GAL's role is to represent the best interests of the child or children involved, and their communications and findings are... View More
I am currently a senior in high school and due to drama, stress, depression and more, I only have a 2.6 GPA with 1 quarter left, so the highest it can reach is around 2.8. Recently I have started to take school seriously as well as clubs. I am in the Boy Scouts of America and working to become an... View More
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answered on Feb 1, 2024
Your high school GPA, while important for college admissions, is not the sole determining factor for your future in the legal field. While a higher GPA can be advantageous, it is not necessarily a deal-breaker if you are committed to pursuing a legal career.
To become a lawyer, you will... View More
At around 8 months old, I was brought to the US as a baby. I am now 22 years old and currently expecting my 1st child with my fiance. I have graduated from school and have proof of my time living in the US and I've never broken any laws. I continue to see info about how to start the process of... View More
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answered on Jan 24, 2024
If you ever applied for and obtained DACA, then you might be able to request a travel authorization so you can depart the country and safely return with a legal entry. If you never obtained DACA or any other status, and you entered without inspection (no visa), then your husband will need to file a... View More
I signed a offer letter back in Jan. 2023 that states they are offering me a position as "full-time non-exempt" with a base salary. My employer just sent an email out stating all supervisor are hired salary-exempt/overtime eligible, and I sent a copy of my offer i signed and they are now... View More
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answered on Jan 23, 2024
The answer would depend on the employment laws of the State of Wisconsin. It would be important for the employee to look into the laws in Wisconsin to determine if it is an "at-will" employment state. It would further be important to look at the contract to determine if it is for a term,... View More
Family doesn't have problem with age gap.
Family sees us as fit parents
Probation officer doesnt know me and her are together but knows I live where I live
Will I get arrested if I tell my PO?
Family is supportive of relationship
answered on Jan 23, 2024
In Wisconsin, it is illegal to have sexual intercourse with a person under 18 years of age. Doesn't matter what the girl's family thinks. She is a crime victim. If the State can prove that you are the perpetrator of the crime, it will most likely seek to revoke your probation, and you... View More
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answered on Jan 21, 2024
Using Spirit Airlines' logo or trademark to develop a product would generally require written permission from Spirit Airlines, as their logo and trademark are protected intellectual property. Using these without proper authorization could potentially lead to trademark infringement issues.... View More
The patient has not been officially charged yet, and is in the hospital due to injuries sustained by the arrest.
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answered on Jan 19, 2024
In Wisconsin, individuals generally have the right to receive visits from clergy while in the hospital, even if they are in custody. However, there may be situations where law enforcement or hospital staff restrict visitation for security or safety reasons. If the person in question has not been... View More
Contractor theft less than 1000.00
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answered on Jan 19, 2024
If you have an arrest warrant for a non-felony charge, such as contractor theft under $1,000 in Wisconsin, the process of turning yourself in typically involves going to the law enforcement agency or the county jail where the warrant was issued. It is advisable to contact an attorney before... View More
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answered on Jan 18, 2024
In Wisconsin, BadgerCare, which is the state's Medicaid program, provides health care coverage to eligible individuals and families. While BadgerCare itself does not necessarily exempt someone from wage garnishment, the rules regarding wage garnishment generally fall under federal and state... View More
I'm saying I've never been a felon, I bought the gun legally, & I'm a legal citizen so how can they tell me there going to keep my gun? doesn't that violate my 2nd amendment rights?
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answered on Jan 16, 2024
No, the court generally does not have the right to confiscate someone's legally purchased handgun if they have never been convicted of a felony and are legally permitted to own the gun.
A few key Constitutional principles here:
- The 2nd Amendment protects the individual right... View More
In 2016 I gave my child a vehicle. They were instructed to register it and get insurance. They did neither. Instead they were rear-ended, causing them to rear-end another while at a dead stop. In 2017 my child and myself were sued. 3 months later the suit was dropped, I assumed because my child... View More
answered on Jan 13, 2024
You are on the hook. Whatever you are paying apparently isn't reducing the principal. I fail to understand why plaintiff's attorney will not provide you a balance. What they won't do is send you a monthly statement.
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