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Border Searches
Are you about to travel abroad, or even within the U.S. territories (e.g., Puerto Rico)? Are you already outside the U.S. or in one of the U.S. territories? If so, expect to be searched and to have your property seized. That expectation should be the same when you travel to any country, as borders are how modern nation-states define themselves and often how they flex their power. According to U.S. Customs and Borer Protection (CBP) , the agency is "responsible for protecting

Brock
Oct 17, 20252 min read


Movie Picks: Threads (1984)
Just recently heard about and watched this movie, Threads , from 1984. I found it on Youtube for free. It is mostly about what happens to the United Kingdom after a nuclear war breaks out between the USSR and the USA. Worth a gander if you have the time. Considering current affairs, it might just provide a rough draft of what is in store. Fair use.

Brock
Oct 16, 20251 min read


Quiet!
Will you be going to your hearing or interview soon? After a long wait, you will finally have your chance to prove your case and obtain whatever benefit you have been seeking. Don't ruin your case! While you are at any government facility, assume you are being watched, listened to, and that your communication device is likewise being interfered with . What does this mean? First, keep conversations about your case details to a minimum. Crowded waiting rooms are full of other p

Brock
Oct 15, 20251 min read


What to wear at your hearing or interview
Suits are an option, but business casual is better. Is your hearing or interview coming up and not sure what to wear? Generally, you want to look well put together without going overboard unless your circumstances merit going to one extreme or the other. At the end of the day, it is your personal choice. However, just as home sellers stage their houses before having would-be buyers walk through, so should you consider staging how you look for your interview or hearing. First,

Brock
Oct 15, 20253 min read


Abuse and VAWA
Spouses, parents, and children of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents have a unique pathway to become a lawful permanent resident if your relative has abused and/or battered you . Even applicants who may have other immigration problems such as an unlawful entry, may still seek to pursue a VAWA pathway with success. I've helped many abused immigrants obtain their green card and eventually citizenship through the VAWA pathway. If you think you might be eligible, contac

Brock
Oct 14, 20251 min read


4 Steps to Winning Your Case
Immigration law can be a complex and daunting subject for many people. Whether you are considering moving to a new country, seeking...

Brock
Sep 11, 20252 min read
(informational only/not legal advice)
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