With SEVIS terminations and student visa cancellations on the rise, this blog post explains how students can protect their legal status—and their future.
Student Visa Issues
A growing number of student visa holders in the United States are suddenly losing their immigration status. Many are receiving confusing notices that their SEVIS records have been terminated
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President Trump’s recent tariff announcements represent a seismic shift in global trade policies, overturning decades of established norms overnight. The U.S. has unilaterally imposed tariffs on imports from nearly every country, marking a sharp departure from the post-WWII era of negotiated tariffs and…
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As economists overwhelmingly question the Trump Administration’s tariff policy, one has to wonder if there is a deeper strategy behind his seemingly chaotic moves?
While President Trump’s recent push for sweeping tariffs and saber-rattling on global trade might look like bluster or protectionism on the surface, there’s a theory that it’s something far more…
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On April 3rd, President Trump implemented a new round of sweeping tariffs, sending ripples throughout the U.S. economy. Among the hardest-hit sectors are restaurants and hotels, which now face significant challenges as rising input costs threaten profitability. These tariffs, which impose a 10% baseline on imports from all countries and higher…
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In recent months, lawful permanent residents (LPRs)—commonly known as green card holders—have increasingly faced denial of reentry to the United States after returning from international travel. Once considered routine, travel for permanent residents is now subject to heightened scrutiny at U.S. ports of entry. This shift reflects broader trends in immigration enforcement and policy interpretation,…
United States Tariff Changes: What You Need to Know NOW
Massive New Tariff Changes: What You Need to Know NOW
The latest round of tariff changes is here, and the impact will be swift and significant.
The White House recently announced sweeping new tariffs, including a 10% baseline tariff on all imports and country-specific tariff rates set to take effect soon. Adding to the pain…
The Importance of Written Property Easements
Why You Should Always Put Your Easement in Writing
Imagine moving into your new property, only to discover that what you thought was your driveway is actually your neighbor’s driveway. The prior owner only had an oral agreement to use it. Even if your neighbor seems agreeable to your continued use, things can quickly go…
Please Do Not Use Agreements from Brokers
We always say we aren’t giving legal advice on this blog. Here’s some, though: don’t use or sign a contract given to you by a broker for a transaction, unless that broker is a real estate broker, and unless the form is a real estate purchase agreement. Even then, you almost certainly want lawyer eyes…
BREAKING NEWS: President Trump Announces Sweeping Tariffs
By Dan Harris
New United States Tariffs
President Trump just announced a sweeping set of new tariffs, including a ten percent baseline tariff on nearly all imports entering the United States. This blanket tariff is both a protective measure and a strategic tool to pressure foreign nations into lowering their tariffs on American goods.
The United States will…
International Trademark Registration: A Step-by-Step Guide to the Madrid System (2025)
How to Register an International Trademark: A Step-by-Step Guide
Expanding your business globally involves not just broadening your market reach but also securing your brand. Registering your trademark internationally is essential to protect the investment you’ve made in developing your brand identity and to prevent its unauthorized use by others.
This guide will walk you…