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2021 is the year of reckoning. As we celebrate MLK, let's remember this quote: "Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter." Attorney Brian Figeroux shares his thoughts.

Georgia! Georgia on my mind! Welcome 2021! Things are looking promising. Attorney Brian Figeroux shares his thoughts on how the Democrats control of the Senate could allow President-elect Biden to repair the damage of the Trump Administration. There's hope for immigration, $2000 stimulus checks and more. How will you be impacted? Listen on.

The year 2020 has been quite a difficult one. The coronavirus pandemic did not only wreck our health, finances, businesses and sanity, but also left quite a lasting impact on our lives. And, one that will continue to affect our lives even when this whole nightmare is over. Yet, humanity is not taken for granted either. A new year is here but the past problems are still unresolved. Take care o...

Happy Holidays. Merry Christmas. Happy Kwanzaa. What do you want for Christmas? Attorney Brian Figeroux speaks about what should be on your list.

President Barack Obama’s thoughtfulness is obvious to anyone who has observed his political career. In his book, A Promised Land he gives us a riveting, deeply personal account of history in the making. President Obama inspires us to believe in the power of democracy. Attorney Brian Figeroux discusses the importance of President Barack Obama and the lessons we should learn.

The arrival of the COVID-19 vaccines is upon us. With the long history of medical racism in the United States, the politicization of the response to the pandemic and the huge numbers of Blacks dead, Black communities’ distrust of health care systems and institutions feels insurmountable.   Attorney Brian Figeroux discusses taking the vaccine and the legal issues during the pandemic.

Arleigh Louison, who submitted over 1,800 fraudulent immigration applications  and was indicted on 12 counts of making false statements in immigration documents is dead. Louison leaves in his death a path of devastation for his countless clients/victims. Attorney Brian Figeroux speaks on the legal ramifications.

The well-known story of Thanksgiving is an account of how the English pilgrims and Native Americans came together for a celebratory meal in Plymouth, Massachusetts. The true story behind Thanksgiving is a bloody one, and some people say it's time to cancel the holiday altogether. Some people view  the holiday as a reminder of the systemic racism and oppression Native Americans continue to exp...

No money, no love. Can’t make love on an empty stomach. No matter the point in time, money problems and financial difficulties are always at the center of discord. It affects our bottom line, health - mental, physical and emotional - and our relationships. Now, we have the added stress and anxiety of the pandemic. Attorney Brian Figeroux explains how we can fix this.

Trump’s single term has represented a reign of terror for many immigrants. He has done an enormous amount of damage and has really suppressed legal immigration in this country to a degree that we’ve never seen before.  By 2021, Trump will have reduced legal immigration up to 50%. There is hope now for all immigrants. President-elect Joe Biden has a vision for a new chapter in US policy – but...

The 2020 Elections: Waiting, Watching & Hoping for the Best. This is Ask the Lawyer. You have questions, we’ve got the answers. This is your opportunity for a FREE, no obligation legal consultation on any legal issue or concern that you may have. Call us at 855-768-8845 or visit us at www.ask the lawyer.us

The big day is Tuesday, November 3, where the U.S. gets an opportunity to end the chaos, nightmare and pure evil of the Donald Trump presidency and his henchmen and women in the Senate and Congress. Early voting has started in NY on October 24. Your vote is your voice. Your vote is your power. Eligible voters must vote now. Attorney Brian Figeroux discusses why we vote and why we should vote id we...

We are being warned about the pandemic hitting hard in the winter and that our darkest days are coming. Given the first wave in the spring being so unexpected, Attorney Brian Figeroux gives legal advice for families and seniors. Plus, we have to vote on November 3rd like our life depends on it because it does. This is the battle for the soul of the nation, our present and the future of our childre...

What does the phrase “eyes wide shut” really mean? It seems to be a contradiction. It could mean that a person refuses to see something in plain view, because of preconceived notions of what this something should look like or what they would like it to be. And this frequently happens to naïve people. It also doesn't only apply to naive individuals as the definition is very much a play of...

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Intimate partner violence is especially horrible for immigrants who depend on their spouses for immigration benefits. We call it Green Card Slavery. Thanks to VAWA (the Violence Against Women's Act) which is gender neutral and was sponsored by then Senator Joe Biden, there is hope through the Spousal Abuse Petition. This law shows the character of Bide...

Some deaths are avoidable through preventive interventions or timely health care. Differences in rates of avoidable mortality between population groups reflect differences in people getting the help that they need to address life-threatening health risks and illnesses. Black lives matter in health care. Attorney Brian Figeroux speaks  on health inequalities and your legal rights.

Typically, no one wants to file for bankruptcy. If you are struggling to meet your financial commitments and the COVID-19  pandemic has made it insurmountable for you, bankruptcy can be the right solution to handle your debts. Listen to Attorney Brian Figeroux explain how bankruptcy can be your financial bailout.

Empathy is defined as understanding and sharing the feelings of another. Attorney Brian Figeroux talks about being empathetic in helping clients with their legal issues.

We are strongly advising all immigrants to get in your applications before October 2, 2020 to avoid paying the increase in fees. Get a free consultation by calling 855-768-8845 or visiting www.askthelawyer.us

There is a foreclosure crisis in Brooklyn, amplified by the pandemic. Brooklyn is known as the foreclosure capital. Added to the issue, persons are losing their homes to deed theft and deed fraud. A part of the deed fraud, persons are signing their deeds for loans and money and even before short sales. Are persons, naive, stupid or victims of predators?

The Trump’s administration war on immigrants continues. USCIS has significantly  increased adjusting fees by a weighted average increase of 20 percent, adding new fees, establishing multiple fees for non-immigrant worker petitions, and limiting the number of beneficiaries for certain forms. The rule also removes certain fee exemptions, changes fee waiver requirements, alters premium processin...

Prevention is better than cure. Making legal decisions without an attorney is like Russian Roulette - you don't know when you will die. You don't know what's coming. Attorney Brian Figeroux explains.

Get the right information from the right attorney, to make the right decision for yourself and your family. Whatever you legal issue or concern, get a FREE, no obligation, legal consultation from the Law Firm of Figeroux & Associates. Take advantage of over 2 decades of experience, knowledge and success. The lawyer you hire does make a difference!

Immigration News Round Up (08-07-2020)

We have the New American Chamber of Commerce (NACC), the African-American International Chamber of Commerce (AAICC) and the Hispanic-American International Chamber of Commerce (HAICC) - we are a Coalition! Businesses are suffering; they have not gotten the kind of assistance they need. Currently, the Feds' Small Business Loan Program has $128B left. Yet City's minority owners still struggle to get...