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Maryland Questions & Answers
Q: Does my previous asylum application ( which had been terminated) bar me from adjustment of status through marriage?
Shan Dimitris Potts' answer
Most likely not, all asylum applications are confidential and they are often private, so withdrawing an asylum petition will not have any negative effects on your AOS process. I highly recommend having an immigration attorney help you with the AOS. Many immigration attorneys including me offer free consultations, make use of the consultations.
All the best.
-Shan Potts
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Most likely not, all asylum applications are confidential and they are often private, so withdrawing an asylum petition will not have any negative effects on your AOS process. I highly recommend having an immigration attorney help you with the AOS. Many immigration attorneys including me offer free consultations, make use of the consultations.
All the best.
-Shan Potts
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Q: My mother has a reverse mortgage on her house and there will be a negative equity of $50,000 owed when she passes.
Paul E. Draper's answer
Assuming that your mother's reverse mortgage is federally insured, upon her death the outstanding balance of the mortgage becomes due, however, neither her estate nor any anyone inheriting from her estate will become liable for that debt. In your mother's case where there is no equity in property, the mortgage is greater than the value of the property, the mortgage company will either take back the property or sell it, but in either event any losses are covered by the federal insurance. When...
Assuming that your mother's reverse mortgage is federally insured, upon her death the outstanding balance of the mortgage becomes due, however, neither her estate nor any anyone inheriting from her estate will become liable for that debt. In your mother's case where there is no equity in property, the mortgage is greater than the value of the property, the mortgage company will either take back the property or sell it, but in either event any losses are covered by the federal insurance. When...
Q: Can I record a IME appointment in Maryland for my own protection? I have had them lie before and never exam me.
Andrew M. Rodabaugh's answer
This is not a good idea. If you wish you may bring a family member or friend into the examination room with you.
This is not a good idea. If you wish you may bring a family member or friend into the examination room with you.
Q: Please, What documents should I submit with my I-864 since I do not work or file tax?
Shan Dimitris Potts' answer
More information is needed regarding your employment history, any tangible and intangible assets you might have. I suggest you contact an immigration attorney via email or phone to get help with this process as soon as you can. Many immigration attorneys including me offer free consultations, make use of the consultations. All the best.
-Shan Potts
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More information is needed regarding your employment history, any tangible and intangible assets you might have. I suggest you contact an immigration attorney via email or phone to get help with this process as soon as you can. Many immigration attorneys including me offer free consultations, make use of the consultations. All the best.
-Shan Potts
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Q: How can I sue an inmate who falsely accuses me of a crime that did not happen?
Adam Studnicki's answer
Lawsuits are generally initiated by filing a complaint. A local lawyer can assist.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal...
Lawsuits are generally initiated by filing a complaint. A local lawyer can assist.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal...
Q: I'm a born US Citizen , My fiance lives in DR, Is it better to Wed in his country or apply Fiance visa
Shan Dimitris Potts' answer
It depends on how soon you want to get married and how long you are willing to live away from each other. If you get a fiance visa, your fiance can come here, get married and live with you until the Green card gets approved. But the processing time for a fiance visa is a minimum of 6 months. On the other hand, if you go there and get married she can not come back to USA until her green card gets approved which might take about 6 to 8 months. So you both have to weigh your options and decide on...
It depends on how soon you want to get married and how long you are willing to live away from each other. If you get a fiance visa, your fiance can come here, get married and live with you until the Green card gets approved. But the processing time for a fiance visa is a minimum of 6 months. On the other hand, if you go there and get married she can not come back to USA until her green card gets approved which might take about 6 to 8 months. So you both have to weigh your options and decide on...
Q: How was a lawsuit filed against me after the statute of limitations in Maryland for a car accident. Filed 3yr 8mo after
Adam Studnicki's answer
Report it to your insurance company asap.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal advice and help with your specific...
Report it to your insurance company asap.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal advice and help with your specific...
Q: Our truck was sideswiped by a city recycle truck. We have evidence of blue paint on our truck and on debris.
Adam Studnicki's answer
Yes, talk to a local lawyer.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal advice and help with your specific situation at your...
Yes, talk to a local lawyer.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal advice and help with your specific situation at your...
Q: What do I show as my AGI in question 18 in form I-864? I'm a SAHM. File joint tax return.
Dawn Chere Sequeira's answer
You would list individual income. If you earn zero, put zero. Your husband should list his income. The tax returns along with W2s, 1099s and all schedules should be submitted. USCIS only looks at the AGI.
You would list individual income. If you earn zero, put zero. Your husband should list his income. The tax returns along with W2s, 1099s and all schedules should be submitted. USCIS only looks at the AGI.
Q: I sponsored a child to come to the USA about three years ago,and no Paternity Testing was required by immigration
Dawn Chere Sequeira's answer
It is always a good idea to notify USCIS, but there will probably be repercussions (e.g. child is put into removal proceedings). However, if this error is not corrected it will continue to be propagated (e.g. when he goes to naturalize). The fact is that you now have knowledge to an issue that is "material" (if USCIS knew before making the decision, it would not have approved the case).
It is always a good idea to notify USCIS, but there will probably be repercussions (e.g. child is put into removal proceedings). However, if this error is not corrected it will continue to be propagated (e.g. when he goes to naturalize). The fact is that you now have knowledge to an issue that is "material" (if USCIS knew before making the decision, it would not have approved the case).
Q: Does filing I-130 for my 21+ unmarried child in F-1 post completion OPT result in voidance of his F-1 Status in USA?
Dawn Chere Sequeira's answer
The I-130 is an immigrant petition, whereas, the F-1 student status is a nonimmigrant status. You should retain counsel to handle this matter.
The I-130 is an immigrant petition, whereas, the F-1 student status is a nonimmigrant status. You should retain counsel to handle this matter.
Q: Is it possible to obtain copies of or access one's PAST employment authorization documents (which agency)? Thank you.
Dawn Chere Sequeira's answer
If you are asking how you can get a copy of EADs (Employment Authorization Documents issued by USCIS), you can file a FOIA and it should provide you with the EAD Approval Notice (not the actual card). If you submitted copies of the cards with a petition (for example for EAD renewal), then these copies would appear in the FOIA response. To get copies of the actual card, you may have to call USCIS National Customer Service Center.
If you are asking how you can get a copy of EADs (Employment Authorization Documents issued by USCIS), you can file a FOIA and it should provide you with the EAD Approval Notice (not the actual card). If you submitted copies of the cards with a petition (for example for EAD renewal), then these copies would appear in the FOIA response. To get copies of the actual card, you may have to call USCIS National Customer Service Center.
Q: What can I send in if I have no proof of school?
Dawn Chere Sequeira's answer
What application did you file? If you filed for DACA, you are supposed to either be currently in school or have obtained a diploma (or GED). If you are no longer in school, you may no longer qualify. Once you obtain your GED, you can then submit your GED. It is best to retain counsel for this matter.
What application did you file? If you filed for DACA, you are supposed to either be currently in school or have obtained a diploma (or GED). If you are no longer in school, you may no longer qualify. Once you obtain your GED, you can then submit your GED. It is best to retain counsel for this matter.
Q: I am a German citizen and my financial trustee in USA, who is also my uncle does not let me to leave back home from USA.
Shan Dimitris Potts' answer
How old are you? Without knowing this, it is not possible to tell you whether you can get your passport back or not. Many immigration attorneys including me offer free consultations, make use of the consultations and talk to an attorney soon. All the best.
-Shan Potts
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15 years of successful immigration law experience. The answer above is only general in nature cannot be...
How old are you? Without knowing this, it is not possible to tell you whether you can get your passport back or not. Many immigration attorneys including me offer free consultations, make use of the consultations and talk to an attorney soon. All the best.
-Shan Potts
Like our facebook page for regular immigration and visa updates - www.facebook.com/pottsmartinez
15 years of successful immigration law experience. The answer above is only general in nature cannot be...
Q: have life estate on father's PA home; POA has blown all $ fast on care & wants to get a reverse mortgage; can she do it
Adam Studnicki's answer
Sounds like potential elder financial abuse by POA. Talk to an elder law lawyer in your area.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer...
Sounds like potential elder financial abuse by POA. Talk to an elder law lawyer in your area.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer...
Q: I'm US born citizen married to El Salvador immigrant. Planning to apply in Jan. 2016 to join me here.
Dawn Chere Sequeira's answer
You can file now; after you move, e-file AR-11 (for change of address). Start the process ASAP (next year is an election year!).
You can file now; after you move, e-file AR-11 (for change of address). Start the process ASAP (next year is an election year!).
Q: My question is, "Which is it? A "dietary supplement" or a "drug"?
Adam Studnicki's answer
Probably depends on the specific substance.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal advice and help with your specific...
Probably depends on the specific substance.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not work for your specific situation. It is impossible to evaluate a legal problem without a comprehensive consultation and review of all the relevant facts and documents. I strongly encourage you to consult with a local lawyer to get legal advice and help with your specific...
Q: my mom has been in india since 8 months got sick and is unable to travel immediately...can she extend her stay without
Shan Dimitris Potts' answer
Any stay more than 6 months is not recommended but in your mother's case since she is sick she may be able to keep her green card if she can show proof of all the medical records and prove that the stay was unavoidable. She should have applied for a re-entry permit before leaving which would allow her to stay outside the US for 2 years. Anyways work with an immigration attorney to help you with this process. All the best.
15 years of successful immigration law experience. The answer...
Any stay more than 6 months is not recommended but in your mother's case since she is sick she may be able to keep her green card if she can show proof of all the medical records and prove that the stay was unavoidable. She should have applied for a re-entry permit before leaving which would allow her to stay outside the US for 2 years. Anyways work with an immigration attorney to help you with this process. All the best.
15 years of successful immigration law experience. The answer...
Q: Is the below medical malpractice?
Ronald V. Miller Jr.'s answer
I don't think you have a medical malpractice case. Your daughter's injury, thankfully, is extremely unlikely to cause real harm. Even if your daughter eventually got cancer -- which is extremely unlikely -- no expert could link a single CT scan back to cancer.
I don't think you have a medical malpractice case. Your daughter's injury, thankfully, is extremely unlikely to cause real harm. Even if your daughter eventually got cancer -- which is extremely unlikely -- no expert could link a single CT scan back to cancer.
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