YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS:
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.

The Devastating Legal Actions Donald Trump Could Take to Dismantle the U.S Immigration System if Reelected
If reelected, Donald Trump would have significant legal tools at his disposal to carry out his immigration agenda. Through executive orders, presidential proclamations, and legislative efforts, he could pursue mass deportations, revive the Muslim Ban, and terminate programs like DACA, TPS, and Parole in Place. However, these policies would face significant legal challenges, political opposition, and public backlash. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the full analysis in our publication, click here, and on our civil rights blog, click here.

Fraud in NYC’s Matching Funds System: A Critical Analysis
The NYC matching funds system was established with the noble goal of enhancing democracy by reducing the influence of wealthy donors and empowering small contributors. However, the system has been plagued by fraud, both detected and undetected, largely due to weak internal controls, inadequate auditing practices, and a lack of accountability among elected officials. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the complete analysis in our publication, click here, and on our civil rights blog, click here. 

Deportation Defenses and Legal Representation: Navigating the Complexities of U.S. Immigration Law
Increased deportation enforcement, particularly against individuals who have failed to meet asylum criteria or were ordered deported in absentia, has made deportation defense a critical area of immigration law. These proceedings can drastically alter an immigrant’s life, resulting in their removal from the United States, sometimes without having had the chance to present their case in court. Many immigrants face serious legal consequences, including long-term bans from re-entry and potential criminal charges for unlawful re-entry after removal. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the complete analysis in our publication, click here.

Common Law Marriage in Jamaica: When It’s Recognized as a Marriage and When a Divorce Is Required
Common law marriages, often misunderstood, refer to relationships where couples live together and present themselves as married without formalizing the union through a legal marriage ceremony or civil registration. In Jamaica, common law relationships are prevalent due to cultural norms and economic factors. However, the legal recognition of such relationships and the requirements for dissolving them differ significantly from formal marriages. This analysis will explore when a common law relationship in Jamaica is considered equivalent to a marriage, the circumstances under which a divorce is required, and when parties may acknowledge that they are not married. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for navigating the legal implications of common law unions in Jamaica. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the complete analysis on our divorce blog, click here. 

Green Card Backlogs and Visa Processing Delays: Causes, Impacts, and Solutions
To address these challenges, a combination of short-term and long-term solutions is needed. Hiring immigration attorneys and filing mandamus lawsuits can provide immediate relief for individuals stuck in the backlog, but these options are costly and do not address the root causes of the delays. Long-term solutions will require systemic reforms, including legislative changes, increased processing capacity, and modernization of the immigration system. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the complete analysis in our publication, click here.

BUSINESS MATTERS:
Introduction to Limited Liability Companies (LLCs), in New York State
A Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a popular business structure in the United States that provides business owners with the flexibility of a partnership or sole proprietorship while offering the limited liability protection typically associated with a corporation. An LLC is a distinct legal entity separate from its owners (known as members), meaning the members are generally not personally liable for the business’s debts and liabilities. Read more at www.askthelawyer.us. To read the complete analysis in our publication, click here, and on our chamber coalition blog, click here.