by Janna Glavan | Apr 24, 2024 | General
Yesterday, the Federal Trade Commission announced a final rule that would ban almost all non-competition agreements for U.S. workers. Non-compete clauses are commonly included in employment contracts to prevent an employee from quitting one company to work for one of...
by Janna Glavan | Feb 16, 2024 | General
For the first time since 2016, USCIS is changing the fees it charges for virtually all immigration filings. Unlike most other federal agencies, USCIS is almost entirely fee-funded, with 96% of its operating budget coming from filing fees and only 4% from...
by Janna Glavan | Jan 16, 2024 | General
Congratulations to Chuck on being named (again) as one of Coastal Virginia Magazine’s Top Lawyers for immigration...
by Janna Glavan | Dec 21, 2023 | Business, Immigration
This just in! The long-awaited domestic visa renewal pilot program was formally announced today. This new program will allow certain employment-based visa holders to apply for a new visa by mail from inside the U.S., instead of having to visit a U.S. Consulate...
by Janna Glavan | Dec 20, 2023 | Business
Yesterday, the IRS announced new tax penalty relief that could be a welcome holiday surprise for many Americans with overdue tax bills. The IRS will waive failure to pay penalties for individuals and businesses who owe less than $100,000 in taxes from 2020 or 2021,...