The owner of the landmark restaurant and bakery The French Gourmet and a longtime manager there pleaded not guilty to federal charges that they hired illegal workers and lied to the government that they had the proper work documents. Michel Malecot, president of the restaurant, bakery and catering business on…
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Will others follow Arizona’s lead on immigration?
Now that Arizona lawmakers have passed what’s considered some of the toughest immigration legislation in the country, other states are watching to see whether they should follow in the state’s footsteps or stand back. Arizona’s bill orders immigrants to carry their alien registration documents at all times and requires police…
Immigrants: The key to Social Security Reform
Even though most Americans are putting money into the Social Security fund, those taxes are falling short of what’s needed to break even. Commentator Robert Reich, NPR says letting more immigrants into the U.S. may be the answer. The biggest reason Social Security is in trouble, and Medicare as well,…
Mexico Quake and Haiti Survivors Freed From Immigration Jails
Never a dull moment here in San Diego County. Dozens of minor aftershocks continue to rattle nerves as well as the ground Monday following one of the strongest earthquakes to ever hit the region. Two people were killed and at least 100 injured when a 7.2 temblor rocked Baja and…
F1 Student Visas – Student visa fraud ring found at Fla. school
Many students come to the US to gain great education and future opportunities as a result. At the same time, many prospective students, intend to use the student visa as a cover in order to stay in the US. After 9/11 the rules became tougher, if a student fails to…
State Senator targets illegal immigrant inmates
Anne Arundel County state senator is continuing his efforts to better identify illegal immigrants in the state’s prison system, hoping an increased number of deportations could save Maryland money. Well, it will take more than that to save them money. The Senator has proposed legislation to require the state Division…
Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s boys will undergo training to target illegal immigrants
Sheriff Arpaio is determined to bring down illegal immigrants, even the Federal government is not a barrier anymore. It is Arpaio’s law or the highway. When the federal government stripped Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio and his deputies of their power to enforce federal immigration laws on the streets, the…
Massachusetts Election: Death Blow for Immigration Reform?
According to New America Media, Massachusetts could spell trouble for Democrats, but advocates of immigration reform say it’s not over yet. By capturing the seat held by former Democratic Sen. Edward Kennedy who passed away last summer, Republican Scott Brown brings a different vision to the historically blue state. While…
San Diego Immigration Attorney – Fleeing Violence, Immigrants and Restaurants Move From Tijuana, Mexico to San Diego
I recently was interviewed by the Latin America News Dispatch about our work with Mexican clients relocating to San Diego. The majority of clients are in need of immediate assistance to relocate due to the increasing violence. Our work with Business owners is to assist with obtaining an E2 visa…
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and the Intersection of Immigration and Civil Rights
This story was posted originally at Immigration Impact, we thought it is worth sharing today. Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a man whose dream of equality and human rights changed the course of history. His legacy will be remembered this week by…