Updates on H-1B Policy Direction, December Visa Bulletin, and Public Charge Guidance
President Trump Signals Support for High Skill Immigration, Including H-1B Workers During recent public remarks, President Trump indicated support for the continued use of highly skilled foreign workers in sectors that contribute to United States economic and technological growth. He noted that the United States will need significant numbers of specialized professionals to meet workforce […]
Rethinking the H-1B Path: How F-1/OPT Workers Are Finding Alternatives
Hiring F-1/OPT Workers in a Post-H-1B World As H-1B lottery selections become less predictable, both employers and foreign professionals are finding new ways to stay on track toward permanent residence. In today’s immigration landscape, the H-1B route is still available but far less predictable than it once was. Only 85,000 H-1B visas are available each […]
DOL Resumes Processing — Employment Filings Move Forward After Shutdown
DOL Resumes Processing — Employment Filings Move Forward After Shutdown The Department of Labor has resumed processing PERM, PWD, and LCA filings after the shutdown, allowing employers and sponsored workers to move cases forward again. DOL Resumes Processing of PWD, PERM, and LCA Filings Following several weeks of delay during the federal government shutdown, the […]
What to Do After a Car Accident — Legal Considerations for Visa Holders and Immigrants
Executive Immigration Insight What to Do After a Car Accident — Legal Considerations for Visa Holders and Immigrants Understanding How an Accident May Affect Immigration Status and Legal Options We are often asked what happens when someone with a visa or a pending immigration process is injured in a car accident. Many people hesitate to […]
Government Shutdown Impact on Immigration Operations
Weekly Roundup – October Government Shutdown Impact on Immigration Operations As of October 9, 2025, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) remains open and continues processing most filings. Since the agency is funded primarily through filing fees rather than congressional appropriations, individuals and employers can continue submitting applications and petitions without interruption. Applicants should continue […]
Job Changes and Pending Green Card Applications
Job Changes and Pending Green Card Applications Executive Immigration Insights With the October Visa Bulletin bringing movement, many applicants are asking what happens if a job change occurs while an I-485 is still pending. A pending I-485 is tied to the I-140 filed by the sponsoring employer. Many applicants do not realize that USCIS must […]