Answer Yes, a person with an H-4 EAD can start his/her own business. As for the H1B spouse, unauthorized work is still unauthorized work, with or without a paycheck. (30.Mar.2015)In frequent sessions of our Chat, Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance that clarifies the...
AnswerThe level of risk depends upon the particular H1B case. The safest option typically would be to wait with the existing employer until the change of employer petition is approved. However, if you would like to move to the new employer while the case is...
Answer An employer cannot impose a "penalty" against an employee who leaves the company before the end of the H1B term. Employers can, however, include a "liquidated damages" clause in an employment contract to recover certain expenses. The federal regulations explain that "The distinction between liquidated...
Each month, Charles Oppenheim, Chief of the Visa Control and Reporting Division of the U.S. Department of State (DOS), provides insight into the contents of the latest visa bulletin and, when possible, offers predictions for future visa bulletin developments. The information provided by Mr. Oppenheim...
... my employer filed an H1B petition on my behalf, requesting a status change from F-1 to H1B. However, the USCIS issued a request for evidence (RFE) asking to show proof that I have been maintaining status by being gainfully employed while on OPT. I...
The use of unpaid internships has come under close scrutiny, following lawsuits over the past couple of years alleging back wage debts against major fashion, entertainment, media and publishing companies. The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), however, has long recognized the potential use of unpaid...
As our nation continues its financial recovery following the Great Recession of 2009, Americans are once again enjoying the benefits of a stabilized economy, including lower unemployment rates, better salaries, and an improved housing market in many areas of the country. One important contributor to...
The USCIS Service Center Operations (SCOPS) participated in a March 4, 2015 teleconference with members of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA), during which a number of key immigration concerns were addressed. One topic of particular note to many stakeholders is that of ongoing delays...
Earlier today, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) released a draft version of a long-awaited policy memorandum on the L1B classification. The USCIS will accept feedback regarding the memo through May 8, 2015, and, barring any changes, this policy memo will go into effect on...
The Maryland Chamber of Commerce is the only statewide organization that represents the interests of every employer in Maryland, including businesses, universities, hospitals, local chambers, and regional organizations, representing all its diverse industries and various jurisdictions. The next Chair of the Board of Directors of...
