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BridgehouseLaw LLP – The right lawyers for your immigration needs

May 12, 2023

If you’re looking for a law firm to handle your immigration needs, it’s essential to choose one that has the expertise and experience necessary to provide you with the best possible outcome. BridgehouseLaw LLP is a leading immigration law firm that has helped countless clients successfully navigate the complex U.S. immigration system. Here are just…

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When Can I Expedite My Case with USCIS?

May 4, 2023

As you wait for your immigration application to be processed by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), they might ask themselves, “Can I expedite the green card application process?” The answer is yes, but USCIS decides to expedite requests on a case-by-case basis. There are specific requirements and situations that USCIS considers when determining whether…

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For the First Time, the United States Department of Labor Grants U & T Visa Certification Authority to OSHA

April 17, 2023

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has historically been responsible for enforcing occupational health and safety laws that allow workers to perform jobs under safe protocols that provide them with recourse when subject to workplace retaliation. On February 13, 2023, U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh joined OSHA Assistant Secretary Doug Parker to sign…

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Attorney Host Program: Attorney Becker’s Charlotte – Cologne Experience

April 13, 2023

BridgehouseLaw’s Attorney Host Program (AHP) provides enriching professional opportunities for attorneys to work from a different BridgehouseLaw office. In early 2023, I was selected as part of the pilot program for BridgehouseLaw’s Attorney Host Program from Charlotte, North Carolina, and for the past two months, I have been living and working in the German city…

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Can You Still Apply for an ESTA if You’ve Been to Cuba?

April 6, 2023

Over the past few years, the United States announced changes with regard to ESTA eligibility for people who have been to Cuba. In January 2021, the Trump administration included Cuba in the U.S. Department’s State Sponsors of Terrorism List. This has also affected the way that travelers can gain entry into the United States via…

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“Best for Business”

March 25, 2023

… that’s what Business Facilities Magazine said about North Carolina. According to the magazine, NC’s economic strategy, world-class education, and Research & Development resources, incentives, and programs make our state the “Best for Business”. Boom Supersonic is planning on building jets in Greensboro, Wolfspeed announced plans for a semiconductor materials factory in Chatham County. Eli…

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Fun Facts To Start a Conversation

March 15, 2023

The official first day of Spring is March 20, 2023. For many people springtime involves setting clocks forward by one hour, warmer weather, longer days, and more outdoor gatherings. Just as nature renews itself as it awakens from hibernation, people may want to renew their trivia knowledge as they venture back into active social and…

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Europe Implements Import Control System 2 (ICS2) on March 1, 2023

March 1, 2023

Beginning March 1, 2023, all goods shipped into or transiting through the EU, Northern Ireland, Norway, and Switzerland by air will need to have: (1) a six-digit Harmonized System (HS) code and (2) an accurate goods description for each item in the shipment. Additionally, if the sender knows the receiver’s Economic Operator Registration and Identification…

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2023 New Years Reception German Honorary Consul

February 9, 2023

On February 1, 2023, the 2023 New Year’s Reception, held by Reinhard von Hennigs, took place at the Panthers’ Den at the Bank of America Stadium. We thank everyone who came to support the German community. We do appreciate the sponsors who helped make this wonderful evening happen: Tepper Entertainment & Sports, Gilde Brewery, The…

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Comparing EU and US Employment Law: Records Retention

February 9, 2023

It is customary for employers to roll out changes to business and organizational structures at the start of a new year. Sometimes those changes require onboarding new employees or off-boarding current employees. Whether an employee is new or recently departed from the team, there are mandatory employment records that must be retained for specific periods…

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