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“Kai su, teknon?”

March 3, 2026

Every March 15th, the internet collectively decides to roleplay as a doomed Roman dictator, turning a 2,000-year-old assassination into a high-tier meme holiday. The vibe is essentially “Historical Dark Academia meets Chaos,” where everyone uses Shakespeare’s “Beware the Ides of March” line to blame the universe for everything from a spilled latte to a late…

Employment-Based Green Card Update: March 2026 Filing Eligibility

March 3, 2026

The U.S. Department of State recently released the March 2026 Visa Bulletin, which notes significant changes across several employment-based green card categories. In almost all categories, the filing dates have been advanced in some way, which is good news for foreign nationals and employers alike. The Dates for Filing govern when a foreign national may…

Supreme Court Invalidates IEEPA Tariffs in 6–3 Decision/Refund Litigation Looms

March 3, 2026

On Friday, February 20, 2026, the Supreme Courtissued a landmark 6–3 ruling striking down tariffs imposed by the administration under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The Court held that the executive branch lacks constitutional authority to impose tariffs under IEEPA because the Constitution vests the taxing power exclusively in Congress. According to the…

The Birking Battle Continues for Hermès

March 3, 2026

A group of U.S. consumers is urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit to revive their class-action lawsuit against Hermès International SCA, alleging that the luxury fashion house unlawfully conditions access to its coveted Birkin handbags on buyers first spending large sums on other Hermès products. In their filings, the plaintiffs argued…

Limiting Credit Card Interest Rates: Consumer Protection or Unintended Consequences?

February 2, 2026

President Donald Trump recently called for a cap on credit card interest rates. Trump announced that, effective January 20th, 2026, credit card interest rates should be capped at a rate of 10%. This effectively means that beginning on January 20th, credit card issuers are being instructed to refrain from charging interest rates above 10%. The…

75-Country Immigrant Visa Suspension: What Does it Mean?

February 2, 2026

On January 21, 2026, the Department of State is expected to pause consular immigrant visa processing for nationals of 75 countries. It is important to note that a pause is not the same thing as a permanent ban, nor is it the same as an automatic denial. In other words, it is expected that consular…

Status Symbols and Gatekeepers: The Business of Being “Birkin-Worthy”

February 2, 2026

Hermès, famed for its ultra-luxury Birkin and Kelly handbags, has long cultivated an aura of exclusivity — not just through scarcity but also through how it manages access to its most coveted products. Investigative reporting by Glitz, as reported on by Complex (https://www.complex.com/style/a/jaelaniturnerwilliams/hermes-tracks-client-access-bags), indicates that some Hermès sales associates research potential customers’ personal details —…

Taking a German Citizen’s Deposition for a U.S. Court

January 9, 2026

Taking the deposition of a German citizen for use in a U.S. court involves careful navigation of international law, U.S. procedural rules, and German legal restrictions. Unlike domestic depositions, cross-border evidence gathering is tightly regulated, and failure to follow the correct process can render testimony unusable—or even unlawful. The starting point is U.S. law. Under…

Corporate Governance: Knowing When It’s Time for a Review

January 9, 2026

In recent months, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has increased targeted enforcement actions across several U.S. regions, including Charlotte, NC. This presence has left many families, workplaces, and communities concerned about what to expect during an ICE operation. Whether you are an employer, a community member, or someone directly affected, understanding your rights and responsibilities…

Q1 Check-In

January 9, 2026

This year, we are launching a new Q1 Check-in initiative to ensure we stay up to date on all our clients and give you the opportunity to get more information about the topics that matter most to you. During the first quarter of this year, we are offering each of our corporate clients a free…

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