The inhumane treatment of migrants, a danger at the border
Healthcare providers struggle to meet migrant needs at the U.S.-Mexico border By Tere SiqueiraThe journey of migrants at the southern border of the United States has reached a critical and alarming point. Amidst scorching heat, inhumane policies, and life-threatening obstacles, the tragic stories unfolding at the border are a stark reminder of the harsh reality […]
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: Special Immigrant Juvenile Status, what is it?
The Special Immigrant Juvenile Status is a program for young immigrants living in this country without their parents. Attorney Jessica Piedra explains more about this program. Q. There are many young immigrants here in the United States without their parents, what options do they have to adjust their status?A. The government recognizes that their lives […]
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: How to apply for asylum?
There are different ways in which a person can apply for an asylum case. Attorney Jessica Piedra explains important points to consider in the Asylum process in case you are eligible. Q. “¿Who can apply for asylum?”A. “People who are afraid to return to their country either because they are persecuted by their government or […]
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: LGBTQIA+ community and their immigration rights
In June we celebrate and commemorate LGBTQIA+ Pride Month. Throughout history the LGBTQIA+ community has had to face several obstacles just by existing and being themselves. In the past, something as simple as being able to get married seemed impossible to them.Today, after years of fighting and resistance by members of the community and activists, […]
Jorge Ramos: Lo que está mal en la Florida
MIAMI — No hay nada más fácil, injusto y hasta cruel que culpar a los inmigrantes por los problemas que tenemos. Es increíble que en este 2023, en un país creado por extranjeros, sigan imponiendo leyes que castigan y criminalizan a los recién llegados. Y la Florida, donde está mi casa, es el mejor ejemplo […]
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: Three immigrant families overcome adversity to achieve the American dream!
Our team fought hard on three difficult cases of Permanent Residence. Attorney Jessica Piedra guided all three applicants to successfully win their interviews.The first case involved an older couple who had dated in their teens and later reunited about 15 years ago. They had several difficulties answering questions about dates, but were able to overcome […]
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: Why Schedule a Consultation With our Legal Team?
Every year, thousands of foreign families are forced to come to the United States in search of a better way of life. Although many of them are lucky, others must go through undesirable situations such as being separated from their loved ones for a long time.Anguish, suffering, and discouragement are some of the feelings sensed […]
Migrant caravan heading toward Mexico City
By Chara On Sunday (April 23), a new migrant caravan started its way toward Mexico City.According to the news service Reuters, the caravan has more than 3,000 migrants.“We joined the caravan to be safer and not be detained,” an immigrant in the caravan was quoted by Reuters as saying.Mexican authorities believe the caravan will reach […]
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: Guatemalan family reunited after 12 years
In late 2019, a potential client called the Law Office of Jessica Piedra for help. His wife had already been in Guatemala for 10 years, with little chance of returning to the United States. She had received a 10-year bar from entering the country after her consular case was denied.He had tried to resolve his […]
Hablando con la abogada Jessica Piedra: Why Schedule a Consultation With our Legal Team?
Every year, thousands of foreign families are forced to come to the United States in search of a better way of life. Although many of them are lucky, others must go through undesirable situations such as being separated from their loved ones for a long time.Anguish, suffering, and discouragement are some of the feelings sensed […]