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Venezuelans!! Apply for TPS NOW!

10 Mar, 2021
Starting today, March 09, 2021, through September 05, 2021, Secretary of Homeland Security, Alejandro Mayorkas, will extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to Venezuelans who have been present in the United States since March 08, 2021! Temporary Protected Status is a temporary immigration status provided to nationals of certain countries that are experiencing problems such as government turmoil, natural disasters or extraordinary temporary disastrous conditions. What can TPS do for you? It can provide you with a Work Permit. It can provide you with a Stay of Deportation It can possibly provide you with a first step to Residency if you live in certain areas in the United States and if you meet certain requirements. You can apply to a travel document if you meet certain requirements Why is it important that you file for TPS as soon as possible? Those who qualify for TPS will only be able to apply from March 09, 2021 through September 05, 2021. After September 05, 2021, no one will be allowed to apply for this TPS, and the opportunity will have been gone. Don’t let this small window of opportunity pass you by! Speak with an experienced attorney at Telleria Telleria & Levy and Let Us Be Your Voice!!

My Prayer During Woman’s History Month

By Attorney Dulce Oliveira • 05 Mar, 2021
Women’s History Month is about celebrating the achievements women have made throughout recorded time and the obstacles they have encountered on the path to equality and recognition. It is a reminder to all that triumph is possible in the face of deep-rooted social adversity. I identify as a Latina woman of color. I am also the head attorney of the USCIS department at Telleria, Telleria & Levy, LLP. While my workplace is one of inclusivity, acceptance, and celebration, I still constantly find myself in certain situations while either in court or at the federal buildings where I have come face to face with gender and racial inequality. With me, they’ve gone hand in hand. However, as much as I could list everything that the legal society has yet to accomplish for true gender, racial and economic equality, I know that only 100 years ago or even 50 years ago, this career I chose would not have been possible for a woman who looks like me. And so I stand proudly on the shoulders of my predecessors, and during this month, I say a silent prayer of thanks. Thank you, women and men, of my past, for having fought tooth and nail for what was only right.Thank you to all the women who broke untreaded grounds when society told you it was wrong, shocking, or even immoral to do so. For the future generations, we, today, are among these ground-breakers, the social activists and the catalyst by which social evolution will be possible. I may have daughters one day and I hope they will come to an even better world-- a world where they will never have to doubt their ability to accomplish every single one of their goals. I wish that for your daughters as well. May we continue this great fight, and may we have the courage to continue fighting alongside other marginalized groups on the same roughened path to equality. Amen.

Biden's new plan to Citizenship

24 Feb, 2021
Biden’s presidency is dawning on a new age for immigration. On 02/18/2021, he unveiled his proposed plan for the millions of undocumented persons living in the United States, citizenship being the end goal. But the questions on everyone’s minds are: “Who would qualify?” And the more pressing, “Would my family and I qualify?” So, according to this plan, the following groups would be automatically eligible for green cards: Farmworkers Those with Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Undocumented immigrants who came to the U.S. as children If you belong to one of the above groups, Biden is pushing for you to be eligible for a green card automatically. Even more exciting is that those belonging to this group would be able to apply for citizenship after only three years of LPR status. Other unauthorized immigrants who - have been present in the United States before January 01, 2021, and - undergo security and background checks, and - have been filing their taxes, and - pay the required U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) fees will be eligible to be placed on an eight-year plan towards U.S. citizenship! It is important to begin considering your options today as we move into this new era begin consulting with your local immigration attorney here at Telleria Telleria & Levy and let us be your voice.

Valentines Day and immigration benefits for your spouse

By Attorneys Dulce Oliveira and David Kim • 12 Feb, 2021
On the eve of Valentine’s Day weekend, what better gift for your non-resident/citizen spouse than filing an I-130 petition for them? As the first step to residency, the I-130 petition verifies your bonafide marriage with your spouse. It tells the government, “look, this is my life partner, with whom I have entered into a good faith marriage. I want this relationship verified by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) so that we can begin planning the best path toward legal status here in the United States.” Upon approval, you and your spouse will be able to map out the best path for you. Consult with an immigration attorney. Here at Telleria Telleria & Levy, we are very familiar with this application and offer free consultations for you and your spouse. Let us be your voice for any immigration issues.

The Law Through my Colored Lens : Black History Month 2021

By Chadwick Gaines Attorney • 10 Feb, 2021
On January 1, 1863, President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. The proclamation declared "that all persons held as slaves" within the rebellious states "are, and henceforward shall be free." However, that did not actually free those who were enslaved. In fact, it took time for word to make it to slaves living on Plantations that they were freed. Nevertheless, this new found freedom could not be actualized because many slaves did not possess skills nor education, let alone land and property, needed to sustain themselves. Moreover, racism was also a huge hurdle in actualizing their hopes and dreams. Unfortunately, and despite the Emancipation Proclamation, it took many more years for that idea to become a reality. It was not until the Civil Rights Act of 1965 that the idea of freedom started to look more promising. This resulted because of civil rights leaders, such as Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X, just to name a few, advocating and fighting for equal rights for all, including former slaves. Two years later, in 1967, Thurgood Marshall, the grandson of former slaves, was appointed to the Supreme Court of the United States. In 2009, the first Black American, Barack Obama, was sworn into the office of President. Indeed, a lot had changed from 1863 to 2009. Black history month is a continued reminder of the contributions made by Black Americans to the fabric of the United States of America and all of its efforts to become "a more perfect union," "rather than a perfect union." It is a reminder that with a dream and hope, anything is possible. It reminds me that all laws are not just laws, since slavery was considered law in this country. These reminders motivate me to fight against a governmental system that implements cruel and harsh laws against people seeking a better life for themselves and their families. During this Black History month, I want to remind you that dreams and hope can take you a long way! Never stop fighting for what is right and what is just. Myself and our wonderful staff and attorneys at Telleria, Telleria & Levy wish you and your family a great Black History Month!

Temporary Disability to Heal the Mind, Body and Spirit

By Randy Levy • 09 Feb, 2021
I have so many clients who are so burnt out physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Most of these clients work extremely difficult jobs for wages that are barely above the minimum, and the work that they do has significant detrimental effects to their body, and minds. Imagine how a janitor or custodian feels after scrubbing and cleaning all day long, a warehouse worker who has to repetitively lift heavy items day after day, an office worker who types all day long for years, or a bus boy whose job requires constant lifting of and cleaning. When these clients come to me, they tell me about pain in their wrists, backs, necks, and knees. They tell me about the pressure and stress put onto them by their bosses to work faster and harder. They talk to me about being bullied, or made fun of. Why do they continue to work with the pain, or under these toxic circumstances? The answer is almost always the same, because they have no other choice. Because they have to provide for their families, because their life situations would make it difficult to find another job, because they are scared that if they said something, that they would be fired. And you know what, their fears are accurate. They are real. And usually, they work for as long as they can, most of the time years, sacrificing for the benefit of their families, in pain, day after day. I sit in compassion for these clients, not judgement or blame, as in most cases, this is their only option. These clients are the heroes of their family stories, and the journey of the hero is a journey of sacrifice. But that is only the first part of the journey. Usually, the hero finds a saving grace, or a reprieve that helps him on this journey. I like to think of temporary disability as that saving grace or reprieve. Temporary disability is a benefit in Workers’ Compensation that provides wage replacement for the time that injured workers need to heal from injuries. Injuries that are obvious like a fall off of a ladder, or injuries that may not be so obvious, like carpal tunnel pain after years of scrubbing showers or typing on a keyboard. Again, temporary disability allows for a reprieve, a financial benefit that allows workers to heal the body and mind. How does this look in the real world? Well, if an employee is feeling aches and pains, and he or she believes that it may be caused by repetitive work activities, that employee has the right to go to a medical doctor, paid for by the insurance company of the employer, to see if the work is arising from or contributing to these aches and pains. If the doctor believes that the work is causing or contributing to the pain of the worker, the doctor will place the worker on temporary disability and commence a course of treatment to provide healing to the injured worker. Temporary disability is considered a wage replacement benefit, and it provides the injured worker with two-thirds of his or her gross pay while they heal. In January, 2021, the law increased the temporary disability benefit to injured workers. Today, injured workers’ can receive about $1350.00 per week depending on their individual wages The law California provides for up to two years of temporary disability wage replacement. The time that it will take for an injured worker to heal is different for everyone, but it is important to know that there are benefits that an injured worker is entitled to that will allow them to heal their minds, body, and soul so that they can continue to earn a living pain free. Give us a call today for a free consultation on temporary disability, and let us be your voice.

Reporting a Crime Can Get You on Your Way to Residence

By Attorney Dulce Oliveira • 07 Feb, 2021
Are you undocumented and suffered a crime in the United States? Did you help the police after experiencing violence? A person recently approached me after being robbed on the streets of Los Angeles. He helped police identify the assailant, and later testified in court against him. This person also told me that he is undocumented. The good news for him is that he now qualifies for the U Visa. The U Visa not only gives you permission to be in the United States, but through it, a person can also obtain a work permit. Also, if one qualifies, a person with a U Visa can apply for residency! Many people do not know that helping the police, or a detective, or a prosecutor, after being the victim of a crime, could give you so many immigration benefits. The U Visa was put into action as an incentive for people who have suffered crimes here in this country, but are undocumented. The police want all criminals to be behind bars and you can help them. At the same time, you help yourself! What does all this mean and how do you know if you qualify for a U Visa? Consult with the attorneys at Telleria, Telleria & Levy and they will help you determine if your case qualifies for a U Visa. Let us be your Voice!

Did you get Covid-19 at work?

By Randy Levy • 05 Feb, 2021
If you got COVID, and you think you may have gotten it at work, even if you are not sure, it is important that watch this video by attorney Randy Levy to find out your options for workers' compensation benefits. Benefits can include temporary disability payments of up to $1,300 a week, medical treatment, and permanent disability compensation for any permanent effects that you may suffer.

Covid Symptoms that won't go away

By Randy Levy • 03 Feb, 2021
COVID-19 symptoms can sometimes persist for months! The virus can damage the lungs, heart and brain, which increases the risk of long-term health problems. I just finished a deposition with my client who got COVID from work. Although he is feeling better, he has effects that are not going away. He now has heart problems that he did not have before, lung issues that cause shortness of breath when he walks, and he has lost kidney function! Issues with the internal organs are issues that I hear about a lot, but there are even stranger issues resulting from the COVID virus. I have a client who is having trouble straightening his hands, and I even have a client who was a very even tempered man but now screams and yells at his wife and son! COVID is an insidious virus, with very real and strange effects on the body, and no one is quite sure of thow long these effects will last! When you are healthy one day, and completely sick the next, you want to look for someone who is at fault. One of the most frequent questions that people ask themselves is “Where did I get COVID?”, “Was I careful enough?”, “Did I get it at the grocery store?”, “Did I get it at work?” The last question is where I come in! “Did I get COVID at work?” Even if you are not quite sure if you got it at work, you could be entitled to significant benefits! These include temporary disability of up to $1300.00 per week while you heal, free medical treatment which can potentially be for life, and payments for any permanent issues that you may have! The laws surrounding your rights if you think that you got COVID at work are extremely complicated and difficult to navigate. It is very important that you get an attorney to help you. Even if you are not sure if you got COVID at work, or if you got it elsewhere, you may still be entitled to benefits, so contact an attorney as soon as possible to see if you qualify. My client with the lingering COVID issues was happy that he made the call! Schedule a free consult today!

The Biden Administration’s Plan for the I-130 Family-Based Petition

By Attorney Dulce G. Oliveira • 25 Jan, 2021
A new dawn is rising as President Biden and his administration have big plans for immigration law. One of these plans surrounds a fast-tracked path to residency which starts with the famous I-130 Family-Based Petition. What is an I-130 Family Based Petition and why is it so important to file one for your loved ones now? Famously nicknamed as a “petition” (or a “pedir” in Spanish) the I-130 is a FIRST STEP to family- based Adjustment of Status or Consular Processing, two avenues to U.S. Residency. The government wants to certify, that before they give someone an opportunity to become a resident through a family-based path, that the applicant is, in fact, related to one of its citizens or residents. The I-130 petition, then, provides all the information the government needs to certify this relationship. Once approved, depending on whether you are an immediate relative or not, the petition is given a priority date based on a numerical quota system for different categories of family members. Under the Biden Administration, this I-130 petition and the processes to become U.S. residents through family-based Adjustment of Status or Consular Processing would come under significant change. First, Biden proposes that spouses and unmarried children of green-card holders would become “immediate relatives” and would not have to wait for a priority date on their I-130 petition and, therefore, not be subject to a long wait to become residents via these petitions. These plans extend even further, to also benefit other loved ones with an approved I-130 petition but still awaiting the priority date of their petition to become current. Brothers, sisters, and married Children of U.S Citizens and Residents with an approved I-130 petition would be allowed to enter the United States on a non-immigrant visa while they await for that long-awaited-for priority date. Reforming immigration has been part of the Biden platform from the very beginning and now that we are seeing his plans for the I-130 petition, it is important to consult with an immigration attorney for family members that either want an I-130 filed on their behalf, or already have an approved I-130.
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