10 Facts to Know about Political Asylum

The United States has long given immigrants protection via political asylum. Those who apply within one year of entering the country, or who face deportation at a hearing in immigration court, may be eligible for political asylum. According to the Department of Homeland Security, eligible immigrants must be refugees. (more…)

Human trafficking is a worldwide epidemic, and the United States has little tolerance for it. The T visa is one of America’s weapons against this inhumane activity. It allows victims of human trafficking, as well as certain family members, to work and live in the United States as long as...

Newark, NJ- In a recent and notable ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court strengthened Fourth Amendment protections by ruling police must have reasonable suspicion to hold a motorist for a drug-dog search during routine traffic stops. (more…)

Newark, NJ-While the majority of DWI arrests in New Jersey involve motorists who are under the influence of alcohol or illicit drugs, like marijuana, it is possible for a motorist to be charged with a DWI due to consumption of prescription drugs, as well. Simply having a prescription for a...

Newark, NJ- Foreign nationals have a number of options available to them if they wish to immigrate to the U.S. to work or live. When they wish to become permanent residents and/or citizens there are several options they can pursue. One of the more common pathways to permanent residency is...