Glenwood Springs Immigration Law Blog
What is the difference between affirmative and defensive asylum?
If you apply for asylum, there are two different applications to choose between. Which application you choose will depend on whether any formal removal proceedings began. Before you apply for asylum, it is crucial to know the differences between the options so that...
A DUI could affect your immigration status
Colorado residents often enjoy a cocktail or other alcoholic beverage when getting together for picnics, tailgating and other occasions. However, if you get behind the wheel after consuming these beverages and law enforcement stops you, the consequences can go beyond...
Are DACA recipients eligible for financial aid?
The Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program seeks to protect you and others who came to the United States without the proper documentation through no fault of your own. However, it does not necessarily mean you have all the same rights and protections as your...
What are an immigrant’s employment rights?
In the U.S., there are federal laws that prohibit discrimination and harassment in the workplace. No employee should have to put up with ethnic slurs, hostile behavior or taunting due to his or her national origin. You cannot face discrimination due to an accent or...
Reducing the risks of employment discrimination
Employment discrimination can happen to anyone and in any workplace. The key to preventing misconduct from happening at all is for companies to implement concise policies that are designed to encourage unity, respect and professionalism. If people feel discriminated...
3 mistakes that could cost you your green card
Becoming a U.S. citizen takes considerable time and effort, but once you do so, you should be able to enjoy the same rights and freedoms as natural-born citizens. If you wish to become a citizen through naturalization, you must first obtain a green card. Once you have...
Why are laws against age discrimination important?
There are laws that protect against a range of types of discrimination. These laws seek to protect those who are most vulnerable to issues in the workplace that arise from bias and stereotypes. One type of discrimination law protects workers over the age of 40 from...
What defenses are available for a DUI?
Colorado allows officers to charge DUI for driving under the influence, and DWAI for driving while ability impaired. These laws require a blood alcohol content of .08% or higher, or .05% or higher, respectively. Becoming familiar with some defenses can help you assess...
What is unlawful presence?
Unlawful presence means that if you violate immigration regulations, you will immediately lose your legal status in the United States. Beginning on the day after the violation, you will be present in the US without authorization. If the primary visa holder on an F1 or...
How should you handle gender discrimination?
When you go to work each day, you may want to focus on doing your job. However, it can be difficult to do your best when you experience gender discrimination. It is important to recognize signs of gender discrimination, as well as understand what you can do. If you...
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