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Court Ruling Could Reopen DACA to New Applications

Topics: Immigration

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A federal judge in Washington D.C. issued a ruling that could potentially reopen the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program to first time applicants.  The Department of Homeland Security has not accepted new applications for DACA since September 5th of last year.  In his ruling, U.S. District Judge John D. Bates, a George W. Bush appointee, accused the decision to end DACA as arbitrary, capricious, and unlawful.  Bates ordered DHS to begin accepting new DACA applications but is allowing 90 days to allow DHS to provide legal reasoning to end the program. Other federal judges have ordered DHS to process DACA renewals past the initial March 5th deadline, of which at least 55,000 have been processed this year.  Those judges, however, did not order the program to reopen to new applicants.  It is not yet known how the Trump administration will react to this latest ruling.  Congress has not taken any actions to address DACA or protect Dreamers from deportation.  DACA allows eligible undocumented immigrants to get driver's licenses, attend school, and work in the United States legally. See the full news article here. Should the DACA program reopen to new applications, the Law Offices of Scott Warmuth stands ready to help eligible Dreamers apply for the program.  For a free immigration consultation, call us today at 888-517-9888.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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Law Offices of Scott Warmuth Presents at Dreamers Conference

Topics: From Our Office, Immigration

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Last Friday, immigration attorney Yesenia Acosta presented at the Rio Hondo College Dreamers Conference.  The conference was showcased by Rio Hondo College as an outreach to Dreamers, DACA recipients, their families, and the local community. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth took some pictures of the event, which are below.  If you or a loved one has immigration questions, contact our immigration lawyers today at 888-517-9888 to receive a free legal consultation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="3005" img_size="full" add_caption="yes" alignment="center"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="3007" img_size="full" add_caption="yes" alignment="center"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="3010" img_size="full" add_caption="yes" alignment="center"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="3009" img_size="full" add_caption="yes" alignment="center"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="3006" img_size="full" add_caption="yes" alignment="center"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="3008" img_size="full" add_caption="yes" alignment="center"][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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The Newlywed Game – Green Card Version

Topics: Immigration

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Marriage fraud is something that the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) examines during immigration interviews with foreign nationals who marry United States citizens and seek a green card.  So-called "sham marriages" are attempts to secure a green card to the United States by paying a U.S. citizen to marry an immigrant seeking residence and are illegal. USCIS attempts to be vigilant to weed out potential marriage fraud from the immigration system. The New York Times yesterday published several questions that could be used in a potential green card interview for immigrants seeking a marriage visa. The questions read like they could have been cribbed from The Newlywed Game, a popular TV game show from the 1960s. During an immigration interview, spouses could be separated and asked the same questions to see if their answers match up.  Some of the questions asked in a green card interview could include some simple origin questions:
  • How did you meet each other?
  • Tell us about your proposal.
  • Where did you buy the rings?
  • Who attended your wedding?
If immigration officers suspect possible marriage fraud, they may ask tougher questions, something like:
  • What color sheets are on your bed at home?
  • When was the last time you went out to eat dinner?
  • Tell us about your spouse's family.
  • How did you celebrate your spouse's last birthday?
Immigration agents may also interview neighbors and investigate into your living situation if any answers raise suspicions. One important way to successfully prepare for an immigration interview is to hire an experienced immigration attorney.  The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth has been helping immigrants to the United States seek legal permanent residence for more than 34 years.  Call us today at 888-517-9888 for a free consultation with an immigration expert.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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Law Offices of Scott Warmuth to Host Educational Forum

Topics: From Our Office, Intellectual Property

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]** This event has been cancelled!  We apologize for any inconvenience! ** Coming soon! The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth will be hosting an upcoming educational forum at the University of the West in Rosemead on Thursday, April 26th at 6:00 p.m.  The event is titled "Protecting Your Knowledge and Your Business". The seminar is designed for business owners interested in improving their legal knowledge and how to protect themselves from unfair treatment and theft of customers and intellectual property. The event will feature trial attorney Thomas Johnston and business attorney Sean Kneafsey. Appetizers will be provided. This is a ticketed event - $20 ($15 for members of the San Gabriel Chamber of Commerce). [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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Don’t Discuss Your Injury on Social Media

Topics: Personal Injury

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The co-founder of Facebook Mark Zuckerberg is facing questions on Capitol Hill this week about his company and its role in protecting user privacy. Most of us use Facebook without so much as a second thought about posting intimate details about our lives. Most of us also do not bother to check privacy settings, sharing those intimate details with our friends, who may not actually be our friends, and may not even be acquaintances. Why are we bringing all of this up? Because if you've suffered a personal injury, posting about it on Facebook, tweeting about it, or taking a picture of your injury for the gram, you may be providing insurance companies with evidence that hurts your case.  Even mundane posts or pictures can hurt your case.  If you're claiming a leg injury from a car crash and two weeks later post a picture of yourself hiking, the insurance companies could claim that you were fully healed and didn't require medical treatment provided after that picture was taken.  A simple tweet of  "Oh, I'm feeling better today" could even be used against you. The more data you publicly share, the more likely it is to be found and used against you in an injury settlement.  The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth advises injury victims to never post about your injury or anything that could remotely be considered as pertaining to your injury.  We recommend keeping your private life private.  Verify your security and sharing settings and avoid divulging too much information. If you've suffered an injury, contact our personal injury attorneys in San Gabriel today at 888-517-9888.  We offer 100% free consultations, and you only pay attorneys fees when we win your case.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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Steps to Take after an Arrest

Topics: Criminal Defense

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Finding oneself being placed under arrest can be an overwhelming experience. In the heat of the moment, it may be difficult to think straight, but understanding your legal rights and reacting appropriately when placed under arrest can make a huge difference in the outcome of any criminal defense case. Should you find yourself under arrest, one of the most important things to remember is to contact a criminal defense lawyer as soon as you can. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth can help. Call 888-517-9888 for a free consultation. Remain calm If someone is being placed under arrest, the situation is already precarious. Any anger or rash behavior could escalate an already tense situation, which could lead to unanticipated outcomes. Remaining calm and collected can make any situation less tense. Be polite and courteous Being rude and offensive to arresting police officers is another way to unnecessarily elevate the risk of retaliation. Being rude could be construed as resisting arrest and could lead to negative outcomes. Even if you are wrongly being arrested, being polite and following all orders preserves potential legal remedies in the future. Remain silent Do not answer any questions asked of you until a lawyer is present. Speaking to the police or answering questions without a lawyer can cause significant damage to a legal defense. The 5th Amendment protects against self-incrimination. Before speaking to police about your arrest, request that a lawyer is present. Contact or request a qualified criminal defense attorney A defense attorney can help you preserve your rights, argue on your behalf, and provide advice as to your best legal options. Attorneys can negotiate with police, prosecutors, and judges about bail, pleas, and sentencing.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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Fatal Accidents Involving Older Drivers on the Rise

Topics: Auto Accident

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A new report from TRIP, a nonprofit research group, shows that the rate of fatal accidents involving drivers 65 years of age and old increased at double the rate of all drivers over the past five years. During that time frame there was a 22% increase in fatal crashes for older drivers. This increase appears due to more older drivers on the road, more active senior lifestyles, reduced ability to avoid car accidents, and physical fragility. Between 2012 and 2016, California had the most drivers 65 and older on the roads in the country and the third most fatalities for that age group. TRIP estimates that 15 percent of the population is currently over 65, but that percentage rises to 24% by 2060. Over the past ten years, the number of licensed drivers 65 and older increased by 38 percent, with the rate of older drivers increasing from 15 percent of all drivers on the roads to 19 percent. A TRIP associate director offered some possible solutions to reduce the number of fatalities for drivers 65 and older, including roadway improvements, road signage improvements, standardized car safety features, and reduced driving levels. The full TRIP report can be found here. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth supports any actions that can be taken to reduce the number of fatal crashes on the roads. For victims who have suffered injury in a car accident, contact our injury attorneys today at 888-517-9888 for a free consultation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]