Immigration policy continues to be a hot topic at the border. The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program was created in 2012 by the Obama Administration to provide limited rights to children brought across the border illegally. The program has helped over 900,000 people go to school or work while in the United States. […]
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Signed, Sealed, and Delivered – Translating Deeds
Changing political and economic conditions worldwide motivate people to look across borders for new homes. As of 2019, ListGlobally reported a 51% increase in foreign inquiries for real estate purchases. Their report’s top countries attracting foreign buyers were Spain, Portugal, France, and Canada. Buying a home in another country is a tremendous adventure for an […]
Planning to Marry Someone Living in Another Country?
Did your summer travel abroad leave you with an ongoing romance, and you’re considering an international engagement? Or perhaps you’ve met the love of your life online only to find they live in another country? No matter how the situation unfolds, it’s not unusual for U.S. citizens to find their spouses living outside of the […]
Risks of Inaccurate Legal Translations
Today, there are abundant resources to translate material from one language to another. Anyone with a smartphone can access Google Translate to figure out how to order a latte, no matter which European cafe they visit. However, when it comes to legal matters, it’s essential to be selective in choosing a qualified translation service partner […]
What Termination of Title 42 Means for You?
The news is filled with stories about the termination of Title 42 and the anticipated impact of illegal crossings at the United State’s southern border with Mexico. In short, ending Title 42 will discontinue the border’s ability to immediately turn away and expel individuals who cross the border because of a possible health risk. Title […]
Avoid These Immigration Application Errors
Receiving a green card and obtaining citizenship is a dream of many people worldwide who hope to start a new life in the United States. The process of applying for citizenship is complicated, and the process can take many years. When an applicant spends time and money to fill out multiple forms and collect a […]
Legal Translation for Letters Rogatory
Litigation of issues across borders is complex and can take years to resolve. One issue that stands in the way of fair and accurate court hearings is obtaining evidence existing within the other country. There are standards in place for sharing discovery materials between countries that belong to the Hague Convention. However, without agreements such […]
Hiring a Legal Translation Company Is a Priority for Your Business
Is “hire a legal translation company” on your action plan for starting up or reinvigorating your business? If not, it should be. Hiring a legal translation company is one of the most overlooked steps in growing and expanding businesses. Since technology has made it far easier to conduct business across borders and hire employees who […]
New Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility Rule
On December 23, 2022, a new rule, “Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility, “ will go into effect, impacting immigration qualifications for those seeking to cross the United States border. In order for a noncitizen’s application for a visa, admission, or adjustment of status to be approved, the applicant must show they will not become a […]
Will Your Adventures Require a Translated Passport?
Do your new year’s resolutions include plans for international travel? Making a trip across the border or all the way to the other side of the world is a fun way to immerse yourself in another culture. Many people enjoy taking a few weeks or even months to explore a foreign land. Before you buy […]