10
Nov
2025
Managing Attorney Adam Rosen Quoted by The Economic Times, India
Murthy Law Firm Managing Attorney Adam Rosen shared his insights on the $100K H1B fee with The Economic Times, India....
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07
Nov
2025
State Department Expands Health-Based Grounds for Visa Denials
The Trump Administration has directed the U.S. Department of State to issue new guidance directing consular officers to consider a significantly expanded range of health conditions when evaluating visa applications, including common chronic conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and mental health conditions. Although...
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06
Nov
2025
Overview of the USCIS VIBE Program
The Validation Instrument for Business Enterprises (VIBE) program is a tool used by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to validate basic information about a company or organization wishing to employ a foreign national in the United...
05
Nov
2025
MurthyAudio: Why the H1B $100K Fee is Unlawful
The H1B $100K Fee Proclamation and constitutional challenges to its implementation are explored more deeply by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this 05.Nov.2025 podcast.The MP3 is available here and soon can be found in the archive of our podcasts and teleconferences on iTunes. Find more...
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05
Nov
2025
After my I-140 was approved, I got married. Can I add my new wife to the I-140?
Answer There is no need to add one’s wife to the I-140 in this situation. When the priority date is current, both spouses generally are eligible to file their I-485 applications, regardless of whether the spouse is listed in the I-140. (04.Nov.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior...
05
Nov
2025
I am currently in H1B status. I had a complicated pregnancy and ended up having to take more than six months of voluntary leave. Will this be viewed as a violation of status?
Answer The legacy Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) previously indicated that an H1B worker is entitled to the same leave as the company’s other employees, including benefits under the FMLA and/or the employer’s maternity or parental leave policies. (04.Nov.2025)Sheela Murthy and other senior attorneys provide guidance...
05
Nov
2025
I am currently in India and my employer is filing an L1A petition for me. Do I need to file anything for my wife and child?
Answer If the L1A petition is being filed for consular processing, there typically would be no need to file anything for one’s dependents at the moment. If the petition is approved, the principal spouse and the dependents will need to complete a DS-160 and apply for...
04
Nov
2025
DHS Proposes Major Biometrics Rule Change
DHS is proposing rule to expand biometrics collection that would require biometrics from anyone regardless of age, expand DNA collection, use, & storage, allow collection upon arrest, and modify how VAWA and T visa applicants demonstrate good moral character. Public comments can be submitted once...
04
Nov
2025
$100K H1B Fee RFEs
USCIS is issuing RFEs for the new $100K H1B fee - sometimes in error. Employers may not always be subject to the fee when USCIS says so. Don’t panic, plan. Talk to your attorney about your options on how to respond to the RFE....
03
Nov
2025
Parole Fee Notices
Have a valid Advance Parole? USCIS may send you an Immigration Parole Fee Notice. REMEMBER if you are an applicant for adjustment of status & returning to the U.S. after temporary trip abroad, the fee does not apply....