LEGAL COLUMNS

Free Yourself From Harassing Collection Agency Phone Calls

Can I stop my creditors from calling me if I go bankrupt? Many of the client who seek our consultation regarding bankruptcy say that one of the most stressful things they go through is the numerous harassing calls that they receive from collection agencies. Even upon telling them to stop calling, these collection agencies continue to call day and night. Most of all, the clients express...Read More

[법률 Q & A] 내가 임신하면 고용주가 나를 해고할 수 있나요?

1978년에 수정된 민권법 (the Civil Rights Act of 1978)와 그 외의 여러 연방법에 따라 직원이 15명 이상인 고용주는 직원의 임신을 이유로 해고할 수 없습니다. 또한 고용주는 임신한 직원이 일할 수 있는 한 계속 일할 수 있도록 허용해야 합니다. 뿐만 아니라 고용주는 임신, 출산 또는 관련 상황을 이유로 구직을 원하는 지원자를 배제할 수도 없습니다. 하지만, 부적절한 근무태도, 태만함, 불복종등의 타당한 해고 사유가 있다면, 임신한 직원이라도 해고될 수 있습니다. Read More

If I go bankrupt, will it affect my spouse’s credit?

If I go bankrupt, will it affect my spouse’s credit? If I go bankrupt, will it affect my spouse’s credit? no. Filing for bankruptcy will not negatively affect your spouse’s credit because it goes through your Social Security Number. However, if your spouse is a co-signer to your debt and the debt has not been paid, the creditor may report negatively on your spouse’s...Read More

I want to return to Korea, but is it possible to get a divorce in the US?

Should I stay in the US until the divorce is over? If a couple gets married in the United States and then divorces for some reason, it is a common belief that both spouses must be in the United States. In addition, many immigrants want to end their marriage and return to Korea. So, should I stay in the US until the divorce is over? There are many questions such as whether it is okay for...Read More

USCIS extends/applies premium processing service to certain EB-1 and EB-2 petitions as follows

premium processing service EB-1 EB-2 Petition Please be advised that the USCIS has started to implement premium processing for certain EB-1 and EB-2 petitions. Beginning June 1, 2022, we will accept Form I-907 requests for E13 (EB-1C) multinational executive and manager petitions received on or before Jan. 1, 2021. Beginning July 1, 2022, we will accept Form I-907 requests for E21...Read More

2022 H-1B work visa lottery completed! H-1B alternatives that are a must-read for those who were eliminated in the lottery

H-1B alternatives that are a must-read for those who were eliminated in the lottery OPT (Optional Practical Training) Program On March 29, USCIS announced that it had completed their computerized lottery for 2022’s H-1B pre-registered cases. Only applicants selected in this lottery are able to file their H-1B petition with the USCIS between April 1 to June 30. We understand that...Read More

What happens to life insurance if I go bankrupt?

What happens to life insurance if I go bankrupt? Computer generated bankrupt conceptual image Life insurance is an important tool that can provide financial protection for the surviving family in the event of an unexpected accident. That is why, among those who are considering bankruptcy, those who have life insurance are curious about the impact that bankruptcy will have on their life...Read More

Can SBA loans be forgiven in bankruptcy?

Can SBA loans be forgiven in bankruptcy? Computer generated bankrupt conceptual image Yes, it is possible. An SBA loan is a loan that small and medium-sized businesses can apply for when they need start-up/working capital. What makes SBA loans different from other loans is that they must be approved by a federal agency called the US Small Business Administration. Many people think that SBA...Read More

[H-1B] [H] 2022 H-1B Success Strategies: Healthcare Majors

EB-1 EB-2 Petition Non-citizen or permanent resident aliens require a work visa, such as an H-1B, to work in the US medical field. The most common medical professions eligible for the H-1B visa include medical doctors, dentists, pharmacists, chiropractors, physical therapists, and clinical psychologists. To be approved for H-1B, one must show that the occupation is a specialty...Read More

Success Strategies for H-1B Majors in 2022: Architecture-related Majors

Architecture-related Majors There are numerous world-class architectural firms in the U.S., such as Gensler, HDR, HKS, SOM, Perkins & Will, and naturally, the U.S. architectural market is coveted by architects around the world. This is a leading reason why international students majoring in not only architecture but also urban planning, landscaping, interior designing, etc....Read More