Month: January 2019

Immigrants play a vital role in the U.S. economy

As an immigrant, you come to America or want to come to America with the hope of having success. You want a better life for yourself and for your family. While there is always talk among Americans of how immigrants might negatively affect the country, the reality is...

Even US citizens can end up in immigration detention

Being detained by authorities can be an anxiety-inducing situation for anyone. For individuals in immigration detention, the predicament may seem even more harrowing because they may face the possibility of deportation. However, even U.S. citizens could end up in this...

Asylum seekers may not have the plans they need before release

Fear can often spur individuals into taking drastic actions. For many people in other countries who are facing potential persecution, their fear can cause them to decide that seeking asylum in the United States may be their best option. Of course, arriving safely in...

Man seeks sanctuary due to US immigration law issues

The current government shutdown is having far-reaching repercussions. In particular, individuals affected by U.S. immigration law are feeling these impacts as their cases face numerous setbacks. Some Louisiana residents may worry that they could face deportation or...

Changes in immigration laws make immigration harder in 2019

In 2019, there will be changes in how immigration is approached. Throughout 2018, there were several changes that made it harder for people to come to America. In fact, there have been no favorable actions taken toward highly skilled immigrants in the entire term of...