One can only imagine the grief of being at home, or some public place, with family members, enjoying time together, when immigration officials suddenly show up and place a father, mother or other family member in handcuffs. Incidents like this happen all the time in...
Month: February 2018
Man hoping for U visa under US immigration law to avoid removal
Many families in Louisiana include immigrants who are currently facing legal status problems. U.S. immigration law is complex, and any number of issues can cause complications resulting in very stressful situations. A family in another state understands this all too...
Asylum offices apparently no longer off-limits for ICE arrests
A man whose country of origin is Sudan was hoping to obtain protection from the U.S. government. Instead, Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials showed up immediately after his asylum hearing and placed him under arrest. An attorney speaking on his behalf said...
Activists organize a border rally for immigrant rights
Immigrants bring so much value and diversity to the United States. However, when deportations of undocumented immigrants increase, our country loses this value. Nevertheless, many immigrants are currently living under the fear of being deported, separated from their...
Immigration detention situation makes national headlines
Louisiana readers may be surprised to learn that immigration officers do not need warrants to board buses at Greyhound stations to search vehicle compartments or the people on board. This type of situation happens all the time. In fact, a recent incident led to the...
US immigration law may provide for protection of your status
Many immigrants in Louisiana and elsewhere throughout the country are currently facing situations that threaten their abilities to remain in the United States. U.S. immigration law is complex; however, when you know your rights and how to access support resources, you...
