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 […]
Employment Agreements
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 […]
Immigration Application Was Denied? Next Steps.
The immigration application process is complex. Most applicants spend months collecting all the required documentation and filling out forms. The waiting process is excruciating. Those who make it through all these steps and receive a denial are likely to feel frustrated and confused. If your immigration application was denied, there are a few steps you […]
Transitioning from Tourist to Resident
If you’re visiting the United States on a temporary basis for school, work, or tourism, you may be wondering if you can stay in the country permanently and become a resident. There are opportunities to amend your status if you meet certain qualifications. If you meet these criteria, the process you will need to follow […]
GDPR Compliance and Language Translation
If you’re part of an international company, GDPR compliance has hopefully become part of your vocabulary by now. However, even if you’re running a company that operates “mostly” domestically, you could be subject to GDPR compliance requirements and not aware of it. If you serve any clients who live within the European Union of countries, […]
What You Should Know about Hiring a Legal Translator
For attorneys, every word of a document is critical. Changing just one word or the punctuation of a sentence can change the meaning of an entire document. Lawyers assist clients with foreign language needs from everything from immigration applications to international business contracts. Hiring a legal translator or partnering with a legal translation service is […]
Do Your Non-English Speakers Understand Important HR Policies?
Do you have employees who work in various countries? Is a significant portion of your workforce non-English speaking? Is it important all of your employees understand the critical responsibilities of working for your business? If you’re nodding your head to these statements, it’s important your non-English speakers understand important HR policies in your organization. The […]
Protect Your Company Against FCPA Violations
American businesses doing business internationally must comply with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). This regulation was developed to prevent corrupt payments to foreign government officials and other individuals who could be influential to a foreign government. The FCPA has two primary components: anti-bribery provisions and accurate bookkeeping processes with adequate internal controls. In short, […]
New Venezuelan Humanitarian Parole Program Implemented
Beginning on October 18, 2022, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) began accepting applications for a new humanitarian parole program aimed to assist Venezuelans seeking to flee their country for safety and citizenship within the United States. The Venezuelan humanitarian parole program was modeled on the successful United for Ukraine parole process and in cooperation […]
What’s the Fastest Way to Get a Green Card?
There’s no easy way to successfully immigrate to the United States and gain citizenship, and every person seeking entry has different circumstances to consider. Yet, some processes are more commonly used and can result in a shorter processing time than others. If you’re looking for the fastest way to get a green card, it’s important […]