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Immigrant Rights in the United States – What You Should Know

The Law Offices of Attorney Manuel Solís emphasize that all immigrants, regardless of their immigration status, have fundamental rights protected in the U.S. It is key to know these rights to defend oneself against adverse situations.

Dan Motzer

February 18, 2025

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Applying for Asylum in the U.S.: Know the Requirements

Applying for asylum in the United States allows those who fear persecution in their home country to obtain protection. If you experience persecution based on race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group, or political opinion, you may apply for asylum.

U Visa: Basic Requirements for Application

Migration to the United States is an experience full of challenges, especially for those who have faced serious crimes in this country. For these individuals, the U Visa represents not only a legal solution but a second chance.

Urgent Legal Protection for Migrants in the U.S.: What to Do if You Need It

If you face an unexpected legal situation in the U.S., speed and accuracy in your actions are crucial. Whether you face detention, problems with your immigration status, or any emergency, acting appropriately can make a difference.

Legal Options for Migrants in Deportation Proceedings

A deportation proceeding can be a heartbreaking and overwhelming experience for undocumented individuals and their families. However, there are multiple legal options for migrants that can help slow down or even stop this process.

Legal Services for Migrants in At-Risk Situations

In the United States, millions of migrants face legal, social, and economic challenges that can risk their well-being and stability. This includes detentions by immigration agents, job discrimination, or limited access to essential services.

Legal Protection for Migrants: Obtain It in the United States

Thousands of people face a life full of uncertainty and obstacles due to the lack of legal status in the United States. Living without documents can cause constant worries and the fear of family separation.

Job Title: Computer Systems Analyst

Requirements: Bachelor of Science in Management Information Systems required. 40 hours per week. Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice is substandard care provided by a medical professional to a patient, which can directly cause injury or worsen an existing condition.

Accidents

Accidents are defined as unforeseen events that alter the normal or planned order of things, especially if they cause damage to a person or thing.

COMMERCIAL TRUCK ACCIDENTS

Trailer-type freight trucks are extremely dangerous and vulnerable vehicles. They are typically large, heavy, and difficult to maneuver. But if we add to these factors the fact that companies often do not provide adequate maintenance to their vehicles.

NEW HOPE FOR SOME DEPORTEES AND THEIR FAMILIES IN THE UNITED STATES

One of the Biden Administration's commitments has been to review thousands of deportation cases and reunite those who meet the requirements with their American families.

USICS HEADS UP A NEW WORKING GROUP FOR MIGRANTS

In response to the Executive Order on Restoring Faith in Our Legal Immigration Systems, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) office has spearheaded a new Working Group focused on Naturalization.

IMPORTANT CHANGES IN IMMIGRATION POLICIES DURING BIDEN'S FIRST 100 DAYS AS PRESIDENT

During his presidency, Donald Trump established over 400 executive actions concerning immigration. Since Biden took the presidency, he has revoked or made changes to a good number of them.

DID YOU SUFFER DAMAGES AND LOSSES AFTER THE GREAT WINTER STORM?

If your house or property was damaged or suffered other losses due to the weather and/or power outages, the following is important information you should know.

WHAT TO DO WHEN YOUR PIPES ARE DAMAGED DUE TO THE COLD

With the historic winter storm that has affected our state in recent days, homeowners may find that many of their pipes have burst or broken.

BIDEN'S IMMIGRATION PLAN FOR UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS

One of President Joe Biden's first acts has been to send Congress his proposal for an immigration plan that includes offering an eight-year path to citizenship for the approximately 11 million people without legal status.

SOME GOOD NEWS FOR IMMIGRANTS

Biden has promised to quickly revoke many of the immigration policies that the Trump administration was able to implement through executive order and which made the process of regularizing their immigration status difficult for many.

GOOD NEWS FOR THOSE WHO QUALIFY FOR DACA

There is good news for the more than a million people – in fact, it is estimated that there are around 1.3 million – who have become eligible for DACA since the Trump Administration ended the program in September 2017.

POSSIBLE CHANGES AND NEW POLICIES UNDER THE BIDEN PRESIDENCY

A question that many Hispanics have asked is... How will a Biden presidency affect their Community? Although the following are not policies or proposals aimed directly at Hispanics, they will affect them as they will the entire population.

THE POWER OF THE HISPANIC VOTE IN THE 2020 ELECTIONS

Did you vote in the elections we just had? If your answer is yes... congratulations! Your vote has power. In fact, in 2020, Hispanics are now the 'minority' with the highest number of voters in the United States.

THE IMMIGRATION POLICIES OF TRUMP AND BIDEN

Immigration – How could it be under each administration? This is a question many ask – in fact, it is the sixth most important issue when deciding who to vote for.

EXERCISE YOUR RIGHT!

Voting in elections is a great privilege, because it is your opportunity to help decide who will be president of the United States and who will represent you in the United States Congress.

OBTAINING CITIZENSHIP OFFERS IMPORTANT BENEFITS!

If you or loved ones qualify for citizenship and have been putting it off for some reason, now may be the time to proceed.

ON OCTOBER 2ND, GOVERNMENT INCREASES FEES FOR IMMIGRATION SERVICES

If you plan to file your petition for American citizenship – or if you need to apply for or renew your work permit in the United States, do so immediately.

FEE INCREASE AND LONG DELAYS IN IMMIGRATION SERVICES

During the last few weeks, much has been heard about a new Coronavirus Relief Package. Unfortunately, Congress did not reach an agreement and will not meet again until September.

THE COST TO APPLY FOR AMERICAN CITIZENSHIP WILL INCREASE DRAMATICALLY

If you are a legal resident of the United States and have been considering applying for citizenship, you have now until October 1st to apply at the current fee of 640.00.

DACA – LATEST NEWS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Fortunately, President Trump will not try to cancel the DACA program immediately, but they are reviewing it, and it is possible that he will change his mind and not cancel it.

THE GOVERNMENT MUST BEGIN ACCEPTING NEW PETITIONS FOR DACA

The Supreme Court of the United States determined that the Trump administration had not properly terminated the DACA program.

A SERIOUS USCIS DEFICIT THREATENS TO SLOW DOWN IMMIGRATION SERVICES

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Agency, which processes all visa applications, grants citizenships, and provides immigration benefits, is facing a serious budget deficit.

DO YOU QUALIFY FOR DACA?

Last week, the Supreme Court prevented the administration of President Trump from terminating the DACA program. This is a great victory for DACA recipients.

TO PROTEST OR NOT TO PROTEST? A DIFFICULT CHOICE FOR IMMIGRANTS

A recent article on CNN.com discusses the difficult decisions that immigrants who are here on a visa must make if they want to support and participate in the Black Lives Matter and similar protests.

700,000 DACA PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS ANXIOUSLY AWAIT SUPREME COURT DECISION

Then-President Obama established DACA by executive order in 2012, as temporary relief to give Congress time to pass permanent laws.

WHY LEGAL IMMIGRANTS FEAR APPLYING FOR UNEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS

Immigrants ask if applying for unemployment benefits will be a smoke signal regarding their situation, causing them to be expelled from the country by denying the renewal of their visas or green cards.

DREAM AND PROMISE COULD BE THE PATH TO DEFINITIVE LEGALIZATION FOR DACA RECIPIENTS

The new approved and current program promises to offer a path to definitive legalization for TPS and DACA recipients.

ICE RAID IN ALLEN, TEXAS

The site raided by ICE was CVE Technology Group Inc. in Allen, Texas. Initial detailed reports state that approximately 280 people have been detained.

THE NEW RULES FOR OBTAINING THE GREEN CARD ARE NOT WHAT THEY SEEM

While it is true that the news is that the Donald Trump administration will make it more difficult for legal migrants who rely on public assistance—such as food stamps—to finally obtain permanent residency, this is not something new.

MORE THAN 800 IMMIGRANTS WITH DEPORTATION ORDERS OBTAIN CITIZENSHIP DUE TO SECURITY FAILURE

The U.S. federal government erroneously granted citizenship to at least 858 immigrants who had pending deportation orders to countries of national security concern, a departmental auditor's report revealed.

HURRICANE FLORENCE CAUSES WORST FLOODING IN EAST COAST HISTORY

Hurricane Florence caused the worst flooding in East Coast history. Florence arrived in the Carolinas on September 14 and brought with it unprecedented flood levels.

CURRENT IMMIGRATION STATUS IN DENVER

The issue of immigration has always been part of the foundation of our nation. As President George W. Bush said. 'Almost all Americans have ancestors who dared to cross the oceans…'

TRUMP'S NEW PROPOSAL COULD MAKE IT IMPOSSIBLE FOR ASYLUM SEEKERS TO LIVE IN THE U.S.

Asylum seekers would have to wait until their case is resolved to obtain work authorization, which can take years to happen.

SEVERAL STATES ALLOW UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANTS TO GET DRIVER'S LICENSES

Although it is true that there are ways to obtain a driver's license in some states without having legal immigration status in the country, states like Texas make it an impossible mission.

INTERCONTINENTAL TERMINAL COMPANY (ITC) PLANT INCIDENT IN DEER PARK

The Law Offices of Manuel Solís are now looking to help people who have been affected or believe they may have been affected by the recent Intercontinental Terminal Company (ITC) plant incident in Deer Park.

APRIL 4, 2019 CVE TECH RAID IN ALLEN, TEXAS

Early on April 4, 2019, more than 200 Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents conducted one of the largest raids in the last decade. The site raided by ICE was CVE Technology Group Inc. in Allen, Texas.

MEXICANS IN THE UNITED STATES, THE GROUP THAT TAKES THE LONGEST TO START THE CITIZENSHIP PROCESS

Did you know that nearly 2.6 million Mexicans residing in the United States qualify for U.S. citizenship?

HOMEOWNERS AFFECTED BY THE PLANT EXPLOSION IN NORTHWEST HOUSTON

More than 200 people were affected by the explosion at the Watson Grinding & Manufacturing plant located outside the metropolitan area of Northwest Houston. There have been at least two deaths and multiple injuries.

ADHARA, A MEXICAN IMMIGRANT WITH AN UNPRECEDENTED INTELLECTUAL QUOTIENT

A Mexican girl is breaking all intelligence records with an IQ of 162, higher than internationally renowned scientists like Stephen Hawking or Albert Einstein.

CHICAGO VOTED MOST IMMIGRANT-FRIENDLY CITY IN THE UNITED STATES

Most cities in the midwestern United States have received an excellent score regarding relationships with the immigrants living in them, according to the report prepared by New American Economy.

GOOD MORAL CHARACTER BECOMES KEY TO OBTAINING CITIZENSHIP

Many permanent residents could see their dreams frustrated and have to wait up to 5 years to conclude their immigration process and naturalize.

GLOBAL ENTRY PROGRAM WILL BE TERMINATED FOR NEW YORKERS AS PUNISHMENT FOR THE GREEN LIGHT LAW

The Trump administration reacts this way against the issuance of driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants, denying New Yorkers the ability to qualify for the Global Entry program.

CITIZENSHIP COULD BECOME MORE EXPENSIVE SHORTLY

The Trump administration is preparing a proposal that would make paying for the citizenship application 83% more expensive. Prices will rise from $640 to $1,170.

WHAT IS THE CONSULAR PROCESS?

Do you know what it means that your process will be consular? In this short article you will find the answers you need.

Raul Zepeda

March 17, 2020

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