Navigating the U.S. immigration system is difficult enough — but what many people don’t realize is that even legal immigrants can face deportation for mistakes they never knew were serious. From minor paperwork oversights to everyday misunderstandings of immigration rules, these pitfalls can put lawful status at risk without warning.…
If you’re a U.S. Green Card holder, you might think your permanent residency means smooth sailing through Customs and Border Protection (CBP) after returning from temporary foreign travel. But 2025 has brought some surprising developments that remind every lawful permanent resident (LPR) to be extra cautious. These changes might sound…
For many immigrants, attending a green card interview is a long-awaited step toward permanent residency in the United States. But in recent months, an increasing number of applicants have faced a troubling outcome—detention by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials at the green card interview with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration…
On June 9, 2025, President Trump’s new travel ban took effect, blocking or limiting entry of nationals from 19 countries with limited exceptions. Framed as a national security measure, the order expands on his earlier bans, targeting nationals from countries with high visa overstay rates or those with limited cooperation…
If you have a pending application with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), it’s important to stay informed as policies continue to shift under the Trump administration. Recent changes in immigration enforcement and USCIS procedures may directly affect how your application is reviewed, how long the process takes, and…
Over the past month, a new wave of visa revocations has caused panic among F-1 international students at college campuses nationwide. In this video you will learn about what is happening, which students are being impacted, and how you can protect your immigration status moving forward. Here’s What We Know…
Can ICE lawfully detain you if you have an immigration case pending with USCIS? In this video, attorney Jacob Sapochnick breaks down everything you need to know about this important topic, including your rights if an ICE agent visits your home or workplace. To learn how to protect yourself, please…
After just two weeks in office, President Trump has overhauled the U.S. immigration system passing countless executive orders to begin his mass deportations and secure the southern border. But how will his administration deal with legal immigration? In this video, we cover some of the changes that adjustment of status…
In this video, attorney Jacob Sapochnick discusses the top 5 reasons a U.S. immigrant may be subject to deportation in the year 2024 and how to avoid falling into these circumstances. If you would like to know more about this topic, we invite you to watch our video. Overview There…
Would you like to know how you can renew your U.S. visa in 2023? If so, then this video is right for you. Overview Your U.S. visa has expired and now it’s renewal time. In this video, attorney Jacob Sapochnick discusses the general process of applying to renew your…