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Vietnam EB5 to Become Oversubscribed in April 2018

In the Visa Bulletin for April 2018, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) explained that the Vietnam Employment Fifth preference (EB5) category will become oversubscribed in May 2018. This will result in the establishment of a final action date for Vietnam EB5.

U.S. Embassy in Havana to Operate with Reduced Staffing on Permanent Basis

Beginning on September 29, 2017, the U.S. Embassy in Havana began operating under ordered departure status. Under this policy, non-essential staff at the U.S. Embassy in Havana was removed, leaving only critical personnel necessary to continue the essential functions of the Embassy.

I Defaulted & The Government is Taking My Pay

Younger borrowers may not understand the ramifications of taking out large student loans—and they also may not immediately understand the complications ahead when bills are not paid to federal or private loan servicers.

Firearms Possession: Are you a prohibited person?

Article discusses firearms possession in Pennsylvania and prohibited persons

Visa Bulletin for September 2018

On August 7, 2018, the U.S. Department of State (DOS) released the September 2018 Visa Bulletin. The September Visa Bulletin is the final edition of the visa bulletin issued in fiscal year 2018.

Do You Feel Imprisoned by Your Student Loan Debts?

Student loan borrowers around the US have been making it clear—one way or another—that they are heavily weighed down by monthly payments to servicers who expect their payments promptly. For many, doing so can be a challenge.

UAE Judo Event Reinstated After Federation Pledges to Treat Israeli Athletes Equally

On September 4, 2018, Arutz Shiva reported that the International Judo Federation has decided to reinstate the Abu Dhabi Grand Slam after the United Arab Emirates Judo federation confirmed that it would allow all participating nations to compete “in equal conditions.”

Will Certain Conditions Fast-Track Your SSD Claim?           

A huge concern among the majority of people who apply for social security disability (SSD) is how long it will take to hear back from the Social Security Administration (SSA). Their worries are understandable, given that many individuals who fit the guidelines for SSD approval face mounting bills exacerbated by a lowered household income stream. In their world, time is of the essence, and every day counts.

19 Foreign Nationals Charged With Illegally Voting

Nineteen foreign nationals in North Carolina were criminally charged with illegally voting in the 2016 election. In this post, we discuss the indictment and how unlawful voting carries adverse immigration consequences.

Creditors May Decide to Renew Default Judgments

You may not have a job, assets, or even a checking account now. With a judgment lasting ten years, however, consider how much could change before procrastinating in dealing with a collections lawsuit or completely failing to reply.

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