Sep 28, 2026 · @Gianni L-1 Visas for Multinational Companies: What Employers Should Know Before Transferring Managers and Specialized Employees to the U.S. For companies with operations abroad, the L-1 intracompany transferee visa is often the most direct way to bring an existing employee to a U.S. office. Unlike the H-1B, the L-1 has no numerical cap or annual registration lottery, so a qualifying petition can be filed with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) a

Every August, county property appraisers across Florida mail a document called a TRIM notice to owners of real property. If you’ve recently received one and aren’t sure what to make of it, you’re not alone; despite the amount of information packed onto it, a TRIM notice is one of the more misunderstood pieces of mail a Florida homeowner gets each year. Here’s a plain-language rundown of what it is, what’s on it, and what to check before you set it aside. What is a Florida TRI

For many people applying for a Green Card, the term “public charge” can be confusing. Applicants often have questions about what public charge means, whether receiving certain government benefits could affect their immigration case, and how United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) considers this issue during the Green Card process. Recent changes to the public charge rules make understanding these questions especially important. Beginning September 18, 202

IMMIGRATION LAW - CITIZENSHIP Does Your Child Already Have U.S. Citizenship? Understanding Derivative Citizenship and Form N-600 One of the more surprising situations immigration attorneys encounter is a parent who becomes a U.S. citizen, only for the family to discover years later that the child may have automatically acquired citizenship at the same time. Many families obtain a U.S. passport for the child and assume nothing more is needed. But questions can arise down the r

Receiving a second biometrics appointment notice from USCIS after already attending a fingerprint appointment can understandably cause concern for many applicants. It is common for people to worry that there may be a problem with their immigration case or that something went wrong during processing. However, multiple biometrics notices are not unusual in certain situations and often result from routine USCIS processing procedures rather than an issue with the application itse

By: Hillary A. Kessler, Esq. Who pays the personal representative, and how much is fair? It is a question that comes up in nearly every estate we handle, whether asked by the person doing the work or the beneficiaries watching the process unfold. The Role Behind the Fee A personal representative, Florida's version of an executor, is responsible for gathering assets, dealing with creditors, filing necessary paperwork, and eventually distributing the estate. It is a real job wi

By: Hillary A. Kessler, Esq. Many people believe a will is absolute, that if you leave someone out, they simply get nothing. When it comes to a surviving spouse in Florida, that assumption is often wrong. The Right That Exists Outside the Will Florida law provides a surviving spouse with a right commonly called the elective share, allowing them to claim a portion of the estate regardless of what the will says. This protection generally applies whether the couple was close, di

By: Hillary A. Kessler, Esq. Losing a loved one is hard enough without also trying to figure out what "probate" even means. This guide walks through the basics of how the process generally works in Florida, so you have a foundation before your first conversation with an attorney. The Short Version At a high level, probate is the court supervised process of identifying a deceased person's assets, addressing valid debts, and transferring what remains to the people entitled to r

By Gianni Piantini Al construir una vida con alguien de otro país, navegar por el proceso de petición basada en el matrimonio es un paso esencial. Para asegurarse de que puedan comenzar su vida juntos en los Estados Unidos, es fundamental comprender las complejidades de una petición basada en el matrimonio, los requisitos de elegibilidad y lo que implica el proceso. En este artículo, proporcionamos una guía completa para ayudarle a comprender los aspectos clave del proceso de

When building a life with someone from another country, navigating the marriage-based petition process is an essential step. To ensure you can start your life together in the United States, it is crucial to understand the intricacies of a marriage-based petition, the eligibility requirements, and what the process involves. In this article, we provide a comprehensive guide to help you grasp the key aspects of the marriage-based petition process. Understanding the Marriage-Base

Filing for bankruptcy could provide a viable solution for debt relief and a fresh financial start for your business, but careful analysis and planning are of upmost importance when faced with this situation. Outlined in this blog post are different chapters of bankruptcy as well as some of the different warning signs signaling that your company may be headed in that direction. These indicators, coupled with a hard look at your company’s policies and practices, will help deter

Originally published on rismedia.com by Jeff Ostrowski Since the coronavirus pandemic began in March, millions of homeowners have taken the federal government up on a generous proposal, one that lets borrowers skip mortgage payments for up to a year with no penalties. But in an unusual twist, more than a million borrowers in forbearance have reportedly continued to make their monthly mortgage payments despite the free pass. U.S. Bank, one of the few lenders to disclose deta

The Enactment of New Subchapter V, and How It May be the Bankruptcy Lifeline Small Businesses Need to Survive COVID-19 By: Jason S. Ross, Esq., LL.M. (in Taxation) DISCLAIMER: While this post is intended to provide valuable and useful information, it should in no way be construed or interpreted as legal advice. Should you have any specific questions or otherwise be interested in obtaining assistance with your pending legal matters, please contact the law offices of BGV, as o

Originally published on rismedia.com by Desirée Patno The self-employed, which include many real estate agents, make up an astounding 57 million people countrywide, and they are vulnerable to the recent changes to the economy due to the nation’s COVID-19 response and its effect on the economy. If you are a small business, self-employed or an independent contractor that has suffered economic injury due to the pandemic, there are many financial resources at your disposal, such

Originally published on themreport.com by Mike Albanese The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), and the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) launched a new mortgage and housing assistance website . The website was developed to ensure homeowners and renters have the most up-to-date housing assistance information during COVID-19. The agencies are offering extensive CARES Act assistance and protection for Ameri

By David Bauer The COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak has quickly reached pandemic status. As of April 9th, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that there are already nearly 430,000 confirmed cases in the United States. The Florida Department of Health cautions that exposure to the virus is especially dangerous for senior citizens and people with underlying medical conditions. During this time of unprecedented uncertainty, many people have questions

An explanation of the programs and assistance available to those small business and small business-owners who have been affected by the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. By: Jason S. Ross, Esq., LL.M. (in Taxatio n) Over the past several months, the World has helplessly watched as the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic gradually spread across the globe greatly affecting daily ways of life, while bringing many small business operations to a screeching halt. In response to

By David Bauer At BGV Law we are closely monitoring how the business community and our clients are being affected by COVID-19. Regular legal updates at the local, state and federal levels are being announced in response, and it is crucial that you understand them. Help is needed for small businesses, and some is arriving. Below you will find some information pertaining to recent legislation designed to support small businesses affected by COVID-19. Small Business Administrati

By David Bauer Whether you are buying or selling property, you are likely to hear the term “escrow” come up many times during the course of your real estate transaction. To protect your interests, it is crucial that you know what escrow is and that you have a basic understanding of how it works. In this article, our Miami-Dade real estate lawyer explains the most important things you need to know about escrow in Florida. Escrow: Understanding the Basics In the most simple