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New Visas for Foreigners Buying Pricy Homes

October 26, 2011

To stimulate the US-real estate market, two Senators (Democrat Charles Schumer, New York and Republican Mike Lee, Utah) are preparing to introduce a new bill this Thursday that would give residence visas to foreigners who wants to buy a house in the United States. The measure will offer visas to any foreigner making a cash…

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Neue Visa-Art für ausländische Hauskäufer

October 26, 2011

Um den brach liegenden Grundstücks- und Häusermarkt sowie dessen Geschäfte anzukurbeln, haben sich zwei US-Senatoren (der Demokrat Charles Schumer aus N.Y. und der Republikaner Mike Lee aus Utah) einen besonderen Clou einfallen lassen. Sie wollen am Donnerstag einen Gesetzesentwurf vorstellen, der vorsieht, Visa an ausländische Personen zu erteilen, die in den USA ein Haus kaufen…

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3rd 1. Nov 2011: Annual AmCham Business Day — Global Changes – Transatlantic Challenges

October 26, 2011

3rd Annual AmCham Business Day — Global Changes – Transatlantic Challenges How poltical uprising and financial turmoil impact Euro-American business relations Atlanta, November 1, 2011 — American Chamber of Commerce in Germany e.V. and BridgehouseLaw would like to invite you to our 3rdAnnual AmCham Business Day. Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at 2pmGoizueta Business School – Emory…

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DV-2013 Immigrant Visa Program

October 25, 2011

The DV-2013 Immigrant Visa Program, commonly known as the “Green Card Lottery,” started on October 4, 2011 for the fiscal year 2013. Under this program 50,000 green cards are made available to persons from countries with historically low rates of immigration to the United States who meet the simple, but strict, eligibility requirements. If you…

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Tobacco Companies File Lawsuit over Warning Labels

August 26, 2011

Four of the five largest tobacco producing companies of the USA, R.J. Reynolds, Lorillard, Commonwealth Brands, Liggett Group and Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Company are suing the U.S. federal government over a law which will require them to print government created warning labels on the package of their tobacco products. The free speech complaint is…

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Moving to North Carolina with a Pet

August 25, 2011

You are moving to North Carolina and want to bring your pet? No problem! Here is some important information you need to know. Your cat, dog or ferret older than 4 months has to be licensed within 30 days of your moving date. For licensing, proof of a current rabies vaccination is required. “Current” means…

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North Carolina and Guns

August 25, 2011

Want to purchase a gun in North Carolina or move into the state with one? The following provides you with information on what you need when purchasing a gun in North Carolina or moving into the state with a gun. If you want to purchase a gun in North Carolina, you have to acquire a…

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NCBA Int’l Section Event on Friday in Charlotte, NC

August 24, 2011

The North Carolina Bar Association International Law & Practice Section in cooperation with The Charlotte School of Law Invites all Members of the International Law & Practice Section to attend on Friday, August 26, 2011 10:45 AM – 1:30 PM a Presentation and Luncheon* “Politics and Precedents in Germany” by Prof. Dr. Thomas Lundmark Professor…

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North Carolina Drivers License Requirements

August 10, 2011

Americans love cars and they heavily depend on them. Having a drivers license is therefore almost a life necessity here in the United States. Obtaining one, however, can be tricky since the requirements vary from state to state. Official sites can be difficult to navigate, especially for foreigners. In an effort to make the application…

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International Arbitration Series: What is Arbitration?

July 18, 2011

“When will mankind be convinced and agree to settle their difficulties by arbitration?” – Benjamin Franklin Ben Franklin may be pleased to know that arbitration has become a leading method of resolving disputes, especially in the international context. Generally, arbitration is a creation of contract. Two parties decide that they will submit their disputes to…

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