If you are a U.S. citizen engaged to a foreign citizen and you want to tie the knot in another country, or you recently married a foreign citizen outside of the U.S., it is important to review immigration matters if you want them to live with you in the United States....
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How can I co-parent with a difficult ex?
Co-parenting with your former spouse is challenging under the best circumstances. Even if you have an amicable relationship, you may still find yourselves disagreeing about schooling, medical care, and other major issues. When your spouse is difficult or displays...
Symptoms of a brain injury after an accident
A traumatic brain injury can happen when sudden trauma in an accident damages your brain. Brain injuries can range from mild concussions to severe comas. According to the Brain Trauma Foundation, in adults and children ranging in age from 1 to 44, brain injuries are...
Are you eligible for a green card?
As someone seeking to move to the United States for an extended period of time or live here in the long term, you have several paths available to you. However, a green card is the first option that many individuals will take. But to get a green card, you must fall...
How does the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine protect your rights?
If you have never heard of the fruit of the poisonous tree doctrine, you may well wish to ask your criminal defense attorney about it when you find yourself facing criminal charges of any kind. It may turn out to play a huge role in the prosecution against you....
Removing the conditions on a green card
Marrying a U.S. citizen and moving to the United States allows foreign nationals to obtain a green card. While this card indicates that the holder is a legal permanent resident, there are two different status options. The regular card lasts 10 years, but a conditional...
Construction accidents and injuries: a vast, varied and dangerous realm
Here’s an initial point to note concerning the construction industry: It is a comparatively risk-laden sphere that can prove dangerous to virtually any person or demographic. That means this: You can become an injury victim whether you are an industry worker or simply...
Going over child support payment methods in New York
If you have to pay child support, it is pivotal to understand your obligations and stay current. Some people in New York struggle to pay child support on time for one reason or another. Aside from financial hardships resulting from job loss or other challenges, some...
What happens after a DWI in New York?
New York imposes serious penalties for driving while intoxicated. If arrested and convicted, you could serve up to 15 days in jail among fines and other legal consequences. Review the facts about New York DWI penalties before facing this type of court date. Fines and...
3 mistakes that could cost you your green card
The road to U.S. citizenship is not always an easy or smooth one, and part of the process entails securing a green card. A green card grants you lawful permanent residency in New York or another U.S. state until enough time has passed that you may move forward with...
