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USCIS to Establish New Office to Investigate and Refer Denaturalization Cases

On June 11, 2018, the Director of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), L. Francis Cissna, told the Associated Press in an interview that the USCIS is preparing to launch an office to pursue denaturalization cases.

THE NATURE OF A TIMESHARE – IS IT EVEN ‘REAL’

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TIMESHARE POINTS CHURNING THE BARRELL

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DOS Strongly Advises Against Adoptions from Democratic Republic of the Congo For Time Being

On June 21, 2018, the U.S. Department of State issued an adoption alert strongly recommending against the adoption of children at this time from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

USCIS Assists in Criminal Asylum Fraud Case

On June 7, 2018, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) published a story about its assisting the Department of Justice (DOJ) in obtaining a conviction in an asylum fraud case.

USCIS to Recall Approximately 800 Form I-589-related EADs Due to Production Error

On June 21, 2018, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that it will begin recalling approximately 800 incorrectly printed Employment Authorization Documents that were issued in conjunction with the Form I-589, Application for Asylum and Withholding of Removal.

Whistleblower Cases Filed Against Corporate Thieves Should be Encouraged, Not Prevented

Baseless civil lawsuits should be dismissed. They clog up the court system and take resources away from legal claims that have genuine merit. The challenge is separating those that are filed with little or no foundation and those that deserve the court’s attention. This includes whistleblower cases filed by those trying to stop fraud against government entities. Whether a case goes forward should be based on the facts and law, not politics, but a recent Department of Justice (DOJ) memo indicates that may become part of the equation.

Why Age Matters for Commercial Vehicle Drivers

Because of an ongoing labor shortage, the trucking industry is continuously pushing to lower the minimum age for drivers of commercial vehicles. However, even though such a change may make it easier for trucking companies to find the drivers they need, it is likely to prove dangerous for other motorists on the roadway.

Where to Begin When Filing a Personal Injury Claim

When you have been in an accident or suffered some other type of major personal injury, the experience can be traumatic and life changing. At this delicate time, it can be overwhelming to start the process of trying to receive the compensation you deserve for your losses.

Supreme Court Associate Justice Anthony Kennedy Announces Retirement

On June 27, 2018, the Supreme Court of the United States announced that Justice Anthony Kennedy will retire. The Court also included the letter that Justice Kennedy will submit to President Donald Trump, notifying him of his decision.

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