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Supreme Court Issues LPR Stop-Time Rule Decision in Barton v. Barr

On April 23, 2020, the Supreme Court of the United States published its decision in Barton v. Barr, a stop-time rule case in the context of cancellation of removal for certain lawful permanent residents.

The Automatic Stay when Filing Bankruptcy

Find out whatever you need to know regarding the Automatic Stay and filing bankruptcy. A very powerful tool, the Automatic Stay stops creditors from collecting on debts once bankruptcy is filed.

Coronavirus News - USCIS Plans to Reopen Offices on or After June 4, 2020

On April 24, 2020, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it is readying its field offices, asylum offices, and application support centers to reopen for in-person services on or after June 4, 2020.

What to Do If a Workers' Compensation Carrier Denies Your Claim

A brief explanation of how to go about fighting a denied workers' compensation claim.

You Have the Right to Refuse to Enter Dangerous Confined Spaces

Workers cannot be forced to enter dangerous confined spaces.

Can you get workers' compensation for a rotator cuff injury?

Rotator Cuff Injuries are very common work injuries.

Don't let chronic back pain jeopardize your earning ability

How to handle chronic back pain and work injuries

How to get the ball rolling with a workers' compensation claim

How to begin a workers' compensation claim.

“CERTIFYING” DOCUMENTS VIA THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE: BINDING ON THE COURT?

“CERTIFYING” DOCUMENTS VIA THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE: BINDING ON THE COURT? Published in The Florida Bar Journal – September/October, 2013 Vol 87, No. 8.

Is Work-Related Stress and Anxiety Covered by Workers Compensation in Missouri?

In the state of Missouri, workers’ compensation laws include mental injuries in the list of injuries that can be covered.

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