Navigating the legal system can be complex, especially when criminal history comes into play. In Maryland, a person’s prior criminal record can significantly impact the outcome of their current case. How can your personal criminal history influence the eventual outcome of your current case?
| Immigration/Visa Benefit | Current Fee | New Fee (April 2024) | Fee Increase |
| Form I-129 (Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker): H-1 Classification | $460 | $780 | $320 |
| Form I-129 (Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker): H-2A Classification | $460 | $1,090 | $630 |
| Form I-129 (Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker): H-2B Classification | $460 | $1,080 | $620 |
| Form I-129 (Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker): L Classification | $460 | $1,385 | $925 |
| Form I-129 (Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker): O Classification | $460 | $1,055 | $595 |
| Form I-140 (Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker) | $700 | $715 | $15 |
| Form I-907 (Request for Premium Processing) | $2,500 | $2,805 | $305 |
| Immigration Benefit | Current Fee | New Fee (April 2024) | Fee Increase |
| K-1 Fiancé Visa | $535 | $675 | $140 |
| CR-1 Spousal Visa | $535 | $675 | $140 |
| Adjustment of Status (Form I-485) without Work or Travel Permits | $1,225 | $1,440 | $215 |
| Adjustment of Status Form I-765 Work Permit (Optional) | $0 when filed with an Adjustment of Status | $260 when filed with an Adjustment of Status | $260 |
| Adjustment of Status Form I-131 Travel Permit (Optional) | $0 when filed with an Adjustment of Status | $630 | $630 |
| Adjustment of Status with Form I-130 + Work and Travel Permits | $1,760 | $3,005 | $1,245 |
For many immigrants to the United States, the journey doesn’t end upon arrival on US soil. Instead, it marks the beginning of a path toward citizenship through a process called naturalization. Naturalization is the legal process through which foreign nationals become US citizens. Once you become a naturalized citizen, you are granted all of the rights and privileges afforded to American citizens. What does naturalization mean?
Personal injury cases can be complex, especially when it comes to navigating insurance claims and working with insurance companies. Your insurance company can help you to cover the cost of treatments and fight for you. However, they can also work against you and fight to pay out as little as possible. What should you understand about the role of insurance companies in your personal injury case?
The immigration process can be time-consuming, and it can be stressful to deal with the wait time when you are eager to come to the United States. US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) wants to be as fair as possible, so you must have a special reason for skipping ahead of others who applied before you. What should you know about expediting your hardship waiver application?
As a business, you want to make sure that all of your customers and employees are able to stay safe while on your property. While you cannot predict every accident that might occur, you do have some responsibility. When property owners are negligent, you may find yourself responsible if someone is injured. Premises liability is an essential concept that business owners must understand to protect themselves.
Divorce, custody, separations, and child access issues could be challenging, long and daunting for most people. The court process in Maryland is usually a long process between when a Complaint is filed and the conclusion of the divorce case. Parties may need a temporary resolution from the court to resolve immediate issues regarding child access, alimony, and day to day needs before the final resolution of the divorce case.
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Whether you are already in America and hoping to bring your loved ones here too or you’re hoping to take advantage of a family-based green card to immigrate, it’s critical to understand the rules surrounding these tools. Family-based green cards are designed to help reunite families and provide a pathway for close relatives to live together in the United States. Here is what you should know about who is eligible for a family-based green card.
A car accident can disrupt your life entirely and leave you struggling to recover, work your job, and live a normal daily life. When you are focused on other things, like your health, it can be easy to let other things fall by the wayside, like potentially pursuing the damages that you need to assist with recovery. Even if you don’t have permanent, life-altering injuries, there are still reasons to consider calling an attorney after a car accident.
Navigating the complex world of immigration law can be a daunting task. Whether you’re looking to obtain a visa, apply for citizenship, or resolve another type of immigration issue, having an experienced and trustworthy immigration lawyer by your side can make a world of difference. How can you choose the right immigration lawyer for your situation?