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USCIS-designated civil surgeons

August 5, 2024 - 12:00am

When filing for an immigrant visa application, the US government mandates a medical examination for the applicant.

Freeman Opinion

USCIS updates (Part 2)

By Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin | June 23, 2023 - 12:00am

This is continued from last week’s article about a few important updates from USCIS which should be of interest to readers.

Freeman Opinion

USCIS updates (Part 1)

By Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin | June 18, 2023 - 12:00am

This week we feature a few important updates from USCIS that should be of interest to our readers.

Freeman Opinion

USCIS updates

By Atty Marco F.G. Tomakin | April 23, 2023 - 12:00am

This week, let us keep abreast of the latest policies issued by USCIS that would affect most of our immigrants and those who intend to come.

Freeman Opinion

Is there hope after a denial?

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | March 19, 2023 - 12:00am

Many people believe that once their case is denied, that is the end of the line.

Opinion

USCIS sued over extreme delays in processing waivers

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | February 5, 2023 - 12:00am

On Jan. 23, 2023, a class-action lawsuit was filed against US Citizenship and Immigration Services over its extreme and unreasonable delays in adjudicating (processing and making a decision on) provisional waiver...

Opinion

Two-year green card extension

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | January 8, 2023 - 12:00am

USCIS (US Citizenship and Immigration Services) recently announced it will no longer be necessary for lawful permanent residents (LPR or green card holders) to replace an expired green card when filing for natu...

Opinion

DHS to dismiss removal/deportation cases

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | March 27, 2022 - 12:00am

The Department of Homeland Security announced a new initiative where it will affirmatively (on its own) move to dismiss certain cases currently in deportation/removal proceedings, so the person can, instead, apply...

Opinion

Expedited renewals of work permits for health care workers

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | January 16, 2022 - 12:00am

On Dec. 28, 2021, USCIS posted a notice for health care workers advising that, if eligible, they could have their expiring work permit or Employment Authorization Document renewed on an expedited basis. The requirements...

Opinion

Why is my case taking so long?

By IMMIGRATION CORNER | By Michael J. Gurfinkel | November 7, 2021 - 12:00am

It can be extremely frustrating about how long USCIS takes to process petitions, extensions, work authorizations, adjustment of status and applications.

Opinion