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As an attorney with experience in labor and immigration law in New York and New Jersey, I have represented many workers who faced difficult situations during unexpected visits from ICE at their workplaces. These operations, known as workplace raids, can be traumatic, especially for undocumented workers. But it is important to know that immigration cannot […]

In the world of construction and demolition, it is common to hear stories of workers hired for a project only to discover that, on paper, they appear as “independent contractors.” This practice, known as misclassification, is not a simple administrative mistake. In many cases, it is a strategy used by employers to reduce costs at […]

In recent years, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) has become a central issue in the immigration debate in the United States. Today, hundreds of thousands of young people, known as Dreamers, depend on this temporary relief not only to remain in the country but also to work legally and contribute to the economy. However, […]

One of the most frequent questions among immigrant workers, especially those without regular immigration status, is: “Can I be deported if I sue my employer?” The fear is understandable: many employers use the threat of calling immigration as an intimidation tool to prevent employees from claiming unpaid wages or other labor rights. This article clarifies […]

Many immigrants in the United States face the same situation: they need to work but do not have employment authorization. In those cases, some use an ITIN, Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, or even borrowed documents to access a job. The most common fear is believing that, because they do not have regular immigration status or […]

For many immigrants in the United States, the work permit, or EAD, is the key to working legally, supporting their families, and building a more stable future. However, a common fear is: what happens if my permit expires while I am still working? This article explains your rights, risks, and steps to take if you […]

In the United States, many immigrants face a difficult reality: to obtain work, they sometimes use a different name, a borrowed Social Security number, or even documents that do not belong to them. This creates a frequent question: do I lose my labor rights if I worked with different papers? The answer is no. Even […]

One of the most common questions we receive in our office is: what happens if I lose my job and do not have papers? Can I apply for unemployment? The short answer is no. To receive unemployment benefits in the United States, the applicant must meet certain requirements, and one of the most important is […]

When an immigrant arrives in the United States, one of the first questions is how to work and file taxes without having a Social Security number (SSN). This is where the ITIN, Individual Taxpayer Identification Number, comes in. However, it is common to confuse it with a work permit or an SSN, which can create […]