By Pollack, Pollack, Isaac & DeCicco, LLP | Published March 24, 2020 | Posted in Immigration, Public Charge | Tagged Tags: coronavirus, COVID-19, Immigration, New York State Department of Labor, unemployment benefits | Comments Off on Unemployment Benefits Are Not A Public Benefit Regardless of Coronavirus COVID-19
Unemployment Benefits Are Not A Public Benefit Regardless of Coronavirus COVID-19
PPID would like to take this time to thank you for your loyalty and continued support during this most difficult time. Sadly, we are aware that as a direct result of COVID-19, many people have lost their jobs and are struggling financially to make ends meet. Indeed, many of our existing clients have called and Read More
Read MoreDo Non-Citizens Have to Pay Taxes?
In short, yes. Even though they may not be citizens, nonresidents (foreign nationals, or those who have not passed the green card test or the substantial presence test) and residents alike must file tax returns if they have been engaged in trade or business in the United States during the year. Tax Differences for Citizens, Read More
Read MoreGetting Your Green Card – Part 2
In our last article, we talked about who was eligible for a Green Card. Now, we will talk about the process of obtaining a Green Card in the United States. The following information is general information we offer at no cost, but it should NOT be taken or used as legal advice. The Application Process Read More
Read MoreApplication for Naturalization Filing Update (Form N-400)
USCIS, September 22, 2016 — The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has recently changed the application process for persons applying to become U.S. citizens. The application for naturalization (Form N-400) will now be processed electronically, and there are two important updates when filing this form. The following updates apply to all applicants, except those that Read More
Read MoreUSCIS Notice: Extension of TPS for Syria
Through this notice, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announces that the Secretary of Homeland Security is extending the existing designation of Syria for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months, from October 1, 2013 through March 31, 2015, and redesignating Syria for TPS for 18 months, effective October 1, 2013 through March 31, 2015.
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