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Imprecise Language and the Immigration Debate

In this post, I will examine the effect that language has on the immigration debate in light of an interesting op-ed in the Tennessean.

What Is Whiplash and Does It Qualify for Compensation After a Car Accident?

You can file a claim for compensation for whiplash caused by a car accident, though the process may, in some cases, prove a bit difficult. Work with a St. Louis car injury lawyer to make sure your claim does not get denied unjustly.

Politico Reports that Michael McCaul is No Longer Being Considered for DHS Secretary

On September 28, 2017, Andrew Restuccia and Eliana Johnson published a report at Politico on the White House's search for a new Secretary of Homeland Security.

Let Your Attorney Help You Be Proactive Regarding a Collections Lawsuit

It's tempting to let financial issues fester; confronting debt collectors head-on can be stressful, embarrassing, or even traumatic. No matter your situation, it is in your best interest to consult an experienced collection lawsuit attorney ASAP. You don't have to live in fear!

Doctor Who Gave Marijuana To Preschooler Fights For His License

A California doctor prescribed cannabis cookies to a 4-year-old. Now, he's lost his license to practice -- but not why you probably think.

ICE Press Release on "Operation Safe City" Arrests

On September 28, 2017, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) issued a press release on the result of its “Operation Safe City.”

Private Student Loan Debt Borrowers Compared to Non-Borrowers

Studies have shown that the growing student loan bubble has effectively moved the goalposts of success for young people in the United States. It's not that millennials don't want to own homes, businesses, or cars; they simply cannot afford them.

President Trump Nominates Kristjen Nielsen as the New Secretary of Homeland Security

On October 11, 2017, President Donald Trump announced his intent to nominate Kristjen Nielsen as the next Secretary of Homeland Security. If confirmed, Nielsen will replace the current White House Chief of Staff, John Kelly, who left the post at the beginning of August.

DOS Prepares to Merge Consulate-General in Jerusalem With Embassy

On January 8, 2019, President Donald Trump issued a memorandum for the Secretary of State authorizing him to close the United States Consulate General in Jerusalem and merge its functions into the United States Embassy for Israel.

List of H2A and H2B Eligible Countries Updated for 2016

The Director of Homeland Security, with the concurrence of the Secretary of State, has updated the list of countries whose nationals are eligible to participate in the H2A and H2B Visa programs.

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