Monthly Archives: December 2014

USCIS Implements New myE-Verify System for Employees

Posted on December 30, 2014 by Katz Law Office

Anytime an employer hires an individual to work in the United States, the individual must complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 to verify that he or she is authorized to work in the United States. To streamline the process … Continue reading →

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Setting the Record Straight: The Visa Waiver Program

Posted on December 19, 2014 by Katz Law Office

If you ask a traveler about the U.S. Visa Waiver Program (VWP), he or she may not be sure what it is or what it provides in regards to entering the country. Individuals interested in coming to the United States, … Continue reading →

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President Obama Announces Executive Action Immigration Plan

Posted on December 17, 2014 by Katz Law Office

Last month, on a nationally televised public address, President Barack Obama announced an executive action immigration plan that will provide relief for millions of immigrants living in the United States. Under the president’s immigration plan, certain undocumented immigrants who pass … Continue reading →

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Refugee Status in Central America: Helping Children Find a Home

Posted on December 4, 2014 by Katz Law Office

The unprecedented number of Central American children trying to enter the United States this year has been perpetually in the news. While those already in the United States have certain protections and options, the picture remains bleak for those who … Continue reading →

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