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23 Jan 2023

USCIS Agrees to Bundle H-4, L-2, and EAD Applications Filed with Principal Spouse’s Petition

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has entered into a settlement agreement, whereas the agency has agreed to bundle an application to extend or change to H-4 or L-2 status and, if applicable, an employment authorization document (EAD) application, if the application/s are filed...

16:47 / For Families / NewsBrief / Nonimmigrant Family / USCIS News / Worker
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12 Jan 2023

MurthyAudio: Beginning of the Year Planning – Immigration Compliance

Beginning of the year planning, such as retention of records for H1B petitions (Public Access Files) and Labor Certification cases (Compliance Files) are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this 04.Jan.2023 podcast.The MP3 is available here and will soon appear in the archive of...

09:16 / Employment Based / For Employers / NewsBrief / Resident / USCIS News / Worker
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04 Jan 2023

New Year’s Reminder for Individuals – Check I-94 Expiration Dates

Many aspects of immigration law are tied to expiration dates, grace periods, filing deadlines, and other date-driven matters. So, it is vitally important to keep informed and on top of calendar items and timelines specific to one’s immigration process. Many serious problems can be avoided...

17:07 / For Families / For Individuals / NewsBrief / Nonimmigrant Family / Resident / Student / Travel / Worker
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28 Dec 2022

Alcohol-Related Arrests Create Immigration Problems

The holiday season provides many with opportunities to have a good time, and a few drinks, with friends. Those who choose to do so should arrange for a designated driver or other safe, sober transportation home. Alcohol-related arrests, not to mention serious accidents, are all...

15:15 / Complexities / Consulates / For Individuals / NewsBrief / Resident / Student / USCIS News / Worker
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19 Dec 2022

Reminder: H1B Amendment Typically Required Prior to Change in Work Location

Prior to there being a material change in an H1B employee's working conditions, the employer is ordinarily required to file an H1B amendment. It is not always clear whether a particular change is "material," but, in the context of a change in an H1B employee's...

11:44 / For Employers / For Individuals / InfoArticle / NewsBrief / Worker
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15 Dec 2022

New Year’s Reminders for Employers (Part 1 of 2)

As we approach the end of another new year, now is a good time for employers to review a number of immigration-related matters and documents to help ensure smooth business operations in 2023. It is always advisable to engage in internal audits to identify and...

12:37 / Compliance / Employment Based / For Employers / InfoArticle / NewsBrief / Resident / USCIS News / Worker
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13 Dec 2022

MurthyAudio: Layoffs – Options for Employees

Options for those whose employment has unexpectedly ended are discussed by Murthy Law Firm attorneys in this podcast from 07.Dec.2022. The strategies discussed include change of employer in H1B status, change of status to B, and filing a compelling circumstances EAD.The MP3 is available here...

06:46 / Employment Based / For Employers / NewsBrief / Resident / Visitor / Worker
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07 Dec 2022

AILA Urges State Department to Address E Visa Processing Delays

The American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) recently sent a letter to the U.S. Department of State (DOS), urging the DOS to address ongoing issues related to E-1 and E-2 visa applications. In the letter, AILA also includes various suggestions that could be implemented to alleviate...

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05 Dec 2022

221(g) Visa Stamp is Considered a Visa Refusal

When an individual applies for an F-1, H1B, or other nonimmigrant visa at the U.S. consulate abroad, it can be fairly common to be refused initially under Section 221(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). This broad section applies to a wide variety of...

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30 Nov 2022

FAQs on H1B Layoffs

For many, the close of each calendar year brings with it holidays and good cheer. For some, however, there looms the possibility of layoffs as employers assess their needs for the coming year. This is now true in the tech industry and its many H1B...

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