Legal
Court rulings, regulatory changes, and legal precedents shaping immigration law. Coverage of federal circuit decisions, BIA appeals, injunctions, and enforcement litigation that affect visa holders and applicants.
U.S. Tax Residency: Resident vs Nonresident Aliens Explained
IRS residency rules use the Green Card Test and Substantial Presence Test to classify taxpayers. Exemptions exist for F‑1/J‑1 students. Status affects whether you report worldwide income (Form 1040) or…
Filing U.S. Taxes for NRIs and International Students: A Guide
International students (F-1, J-1, M-1) must file Form 8843 annually; those with U.S. income file Form 1040-NR. State…
From F-1 to H-1B: A Practical Guide for U.S. Employment
New rules add a $100,000 fee for new H-1B petitions starting September 21, 2025, and shift selection toward…
H-1B Payroll and Tax Deductions: Real-World Case Studies Explained
H-1B hires often see lower take-home pay because mandatory federal, state, FICA taxes, and benefit elections reduce gross…
F-1 FICA Tax Refund: Exemption Rules and How to Claim
F-1 students are generally exempt from FICA during their first five calendar years as nonresident aliens. If payroll…
Understanding the SSA, SSN, and Employee Benefits in the U.S.
The SSA issues SSNs that link wages to retirement, disability, and survivor benefits and support immigration checks. F-1…
Applying for an SSN as an F-1 Student or H-1B Worker
F-1 students (with CPT/OPT or on-campus jobs) and H-1B employees must apply in person with Form SS-5 and…
New Jersey Immigrant Trust Act Rally Demands Strong Protections
Immigrant advocates rallied in Jersey City on November 8, 2025, urging lawmakers to pass S3672/A4987, the Immigrant Trust…
Qatar Airways Faces $5 Million Suit Over KitKat Allergy
A $5 million suit accuses Qatar Airways of negligence after a three-year-old had a severe allergic reaction to…
Quaker Climate Activist Marcus Decker Wins Deportation Appeal
On November 10, 2025, a north London tribunal allowed Marcus Decker’s appeal against automatic deportation after a 2022…