In July of this year, a young father of two was carrying out his normal duties during his pizza delivery shift. That particular day, his route included a stop to a U.S. army base. The man's life took a sudden turn for the worse when he was arrested and sent to an...
Year: 2018
Suicide is problematic in numerous immigration detention centers
If a Louisiana family has a loved one who is currently detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials, it is only natural that family members may worry about their loved one's safety and well-being. After all, some situations result in family members never...
Trying to resolve US immigration law issues in Louisiana?
When you and your family arrived in Louisiana to live, you likely overcame multiple obstacles as you adapted to life as immigrants. U.S. immigration law is known for being quite complex. It also is prone to frequent changes, so it is critical that you do your best to...
5 tips for choosing your immigration attorney
You want to come to the USA, and to do so, you need to prepare documents for Visa applications. The last thing you want is to make mistakes that cost you the chance to come into the country. It's important to choose an immigration attorney to help you who is skilled...
Misdemeanor charge leads to immigration detention situation
The federal government has stated that immigrants who have been convicted of violent crimes are targeted for deportation. However, Louisiana immigrants and their families may want to be aware that those who are charged with misdemeanors also seem to be at risk for...
Mother and daughters celebrate reunion during asylum process
Within the past year, many Louisiana immigrants have arrived at U.S. borders as part of caravans of people who were fleeing violence and other life-threatening situations in their countries of origin. A mother and several daughters who arrived at a border in another...
Parents of five now worried about immigration detention
A married couple who emigrated from Mexico to live in the United States some years ago are the parents of five children. Several of their children were born in the United States. In fact, the youngest child only recently made his entrance into the world in a situation...
Facing immigration detention problems in Louisiana?
If the U.S. government suspects you of unauthorized entry into the United States, it may take immediate action against you. Part of that action will likely involve taking you to an immigration detention facility in Louisiana or elsewhere. While your detention does not...
What you should know about being a Dreamer in America
You have lived in the United States for a long time, and you've maintained your Dreamer's status for years. Now, you want to renew it, but you're not sure if the government will allow it. Constant changes with immigration legislation make it hard to know what you can...
US immigration law often changes and may impact Louisiana spouses
Many married couples in Louisiana earn dual incomes to help them make ends meet. This is true of citizen and non-citizen households. In fact, it is common for immigrant couples who have recently arrived in the United States to encounter financial challenges,...