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Windella Sanderson Wells Indicted in Immigration Scam, Victims of Caribbean Descent; $425,000 Seized from Home Along with Thousands of Applications
NEW YORK — A Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) New York task force investigation resulted in the indictment of a Queens woman, Windella Sanderson Wells, for allegedly defrauding persons by promising to improve their immigration status. If you are a victim of Windella Sanderson Wells, please get in touch with the Law Firm of Figeroux & Associates now. We have over 25 years of experience practicing immigration law and helping victims of immigration fraud. Call us at 855-768-8845. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the press release in our publication, click here, and on our immigration blog, click here.

Is There Racism in AI Language?
The advent of artificial intelligence (AI) in various domains of life has sparked both excitement and concern. Among these, the development of AI language models like ChatGPT has particularly drawn attention for its ability to engage in conversations, generate content, and influence societal narratives. However, the neutrality of such AI models, especially in contexts related to race, power dynamics, and social justice, has come under scrutiny. Critics argue that, despite being designed to use language in a neutral and non-biased manner, ChatGPT and similar models can be misused or subtly adapted to reinforce and protect existing structures of white power and privilege. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the full analysis in our publication, click here, and on our civil rights blog, click here.

Despite ACA’s Aim for Widespread Coverage, Significant Resistance Emerges in Some White Communities
The Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly known as Obamacare, was enacted in 2010 with the goal of increasing healthcare coverage and affordability for millions of Americans. Despite its aims, a significant segment of the population, particularly within certain white communities, exhibited a strong resistance to the program. This phenomenon has sparked considerable debate and analysis, particularly around the reasons why some individuals seemingly preferred to avoid the benefits of the ACA, even to the detriment of their own health. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the complete analysis in our publication, click here, and on our wills & estates blog, click here. 

Analysis: Extending a Vacation Stay in the United States Under Federal Immigration Law
When a foreign national is visiting the United States on a temporary basis, such as for tourism or vacation purposes, they may sometimes wish to extend their stay beyond the period initially granted by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Under federal immigration law, extending a vacation stay in the U.S. requires submitting a request to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). This analysis explores the process for obtaining an extension of stay for a tourist (B-2 visa holder) or Visa Waiver Program (VWP) entrant, the legal requirements, and provides a comprehensive checklist of supporting documents needed for a successful application. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the complete analysis in our publication, click here, and on our immigration blog, click here. 

The Concept of “Legal Entry” into the United States is Fundamental to the Country’s Immigration Laws
Generally, a legal entry means that an individual has been inspected and admitted or paroled into the United States by an immigration officer. However, in practice, there are instances where border officials may allow an individual to enter the United States without a formal inspection, often referred to as a “wave-through.” This analysis examines whether a wave-through by border officials at the U.S.-Mexico or U.S.-Canada border constitutes a legal entry into the United States and the kind of proof an undocumented immigrant would need to establish that this wave-through entry was indeed legal. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the complete analysis in our publication, click here, and on our immigration blog, click here. 

Partition Actions Well Settled Law Case Example Facts Fictional
A partition action is a legal mechanism commonly used when two or more co-owners of a property cannot agree on what to do with the property. In your case, since you own 50% of a property, and the other party also owns 50%, a partition action could be initiated if both parties cannot come to an agreement regarding the property’s future. This analysis will explore the nuances of partition actions in Kings County Supreme Court, New York, your legal options, and whether you can force the other party to sell their half or if negotiations are necessary. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the complete analysis in our publication, click here, and on our real estate blog, click here. 

Analysis of the National Interest Waiver (NIW) Petition Under Federal Immigration Law
The National Interest Waiver (NIW) is an immigration pathway available to certain foreign nationals under the Employment-Based Second Preference (EB-2) category of the U.S. immigration system. The NIW allows an individual to seek a waiver of the job offer requirement, including the labor certification process, if they can demonstrate that their work benefits the United States significantly and that it is in the national interest to grant them this waiver. This analysis explores the framework of the NIW under federal immigration law, including who qualifies, the petition process, and the chances of approval. A checklist of requirements and tips for strengthening a petition is also provided to assist applicants in navigating this pathway successfully. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the complete analysis in our publication, click here, and on our immigration blog, click here.