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We specialize in employment law issues.  However, we would need to speak to you to determine the type of harassment and what you best course of action is.  Depending on whether you are male or female (you don't say) and the type of harassment, and the fact that your employer has done nothing to protect you from this harassment, you may have a claim.   Feel free to call us at 504-522-5607.   Quinn Alsterberg Julie Quinn... Read Answer

We would need more information to be able to respond to your question. However, Louisiana, it is an "at will" employment state, which means they can fire you for any reason or no reason.  However, they cannot fire you for a disability.  While your infection does not sound like a disability, I would need more information.   Best wishes, Julie Quinn ... Read Answer

First, look at your purchase agreement.  If the home was sold "as is where is", you will have a harder time recovering against the seller.    However, if you can prove "fraud" on behalf of the seller, the "as is where is" clause can be overcome.  Fraud is when the seller knew of a defect and failed to disclose/hid it.  This sounds quite likely in your case, but I would need more facts. Depending on whether your contract is "as is where is" and the nature of the defect, you may have a suit for breach of contract, fraud, and redhibition.  Redhbition means you file a lawsuit asking to "return" the house to the seller because the nature of the defects are such that it is not fit for its intended use, and/or you would not have bought it had you know of the defect.   Good luck, Julie Quinn   ... Read Answer

In all likelihood, the day care facility did not purchase these lots without being assured that the property could be used for parking.  Before you go to much trouble,  I would first confirm these lots' current zoning and whether or not they have already been approved for the parking and/or a zoning change.  If they arn't zoned for parking, and havn't already been approved for a zoning change, then practically speaking you would need to contact the councilperson (or police juror - I"m not sure where you live) and express your concern.   Generally speaking, your local councilperson/policy juror will consider your concerns.  The more voters opposed to the zoning change/parking lot, the better your chances of preventing it from happening.  Gather your neighbors and start emailing, calling, and writing letters about your opposition.   Also, any zoning changes must have a public hearing for which surrounding neighbors must get notice.  I don't know if you are within the required distance to receive notice, but call your local government and find out if it is slated for a public hearing, and what part of the process it is in.  You would most definately want to attend the public hearing before the zoning board to let them know of your opposition.  This zoning board makes recommendation to the coucnil (policy jury). Good luck, Julie Quinn ... Read Answer

There is no fast method to obtain records from USCIS. You can submit a FOIA request with USCIS specifically asking for the EAD decision. You may also be able to retrieve a copy by submitting an e-Request at www.uscis.gov but this is less likely to work given it was denied several years ago.... Read Answer

If no hope of reconciliation, file for divorce and notify USCIS that you will no longer be responsible for her. I would urge you to consult with and hire an immigration lawyer to assist you with this case. Not because I think you’re not capable of handling it, you may will be, but in order for the lawyer to debrief and brief you, analyze, assess and evaluate your case in order to maximize the possibilities for the successful result you seek.  ... Read Answer

You will need to file a fiancé visa petition on her behalf. To qualify, you must have met in person within the past two years, be in a bona fide relationship, and intend to marry within 90 days of her entry. You can read more about fiancé visas at http://myattorneyusa.com/k-1-and-k-2-visas-for-fiancees-and-derivatives.... Read Answer

There are several options that may be available to your friend depending upon her background and immigration goals. An O-1 visa may be appropriate depending upon the success of her acting career. A student visa may appropriate so she can start by studying in the United States. However, there is not enough information which may be viable. This is really a discussion best had in a consultation. In the interim, you can read about work visas at http://myattorneyusa.com/work-visas.... Read Answer

There is no path to lawful permanent residence based upon length of time in the United States. You may be able to obtain lawful permanent residence through marriage to your United Stares citizen girlfriend. The process will depend upon how you entered the United States. You can read more about family immigration at http://myattorneyusa.com/family-immigration.... Read Answer

The individual must first become a lawful permanent resident. There is no direct path to citizenship. Most individuals obtain lawful permanent residence through family or employment. Unfortunately, there is not enough information to provide more information. I encourage you to consult an experienced immigration attorney. You can read more about options at http://myattorneyusa.com/immigration-to-the-usa.... Read Answer

I am sorry that your wife was injured and hope she is on the road to recovery. Your description of the incident does not provide enough information to offer an opinion.  Trip or slip and falls are always challenging cases that require great attention to detail, careful collection of evidence, the input of qualified experts and much time, effort and energy.  As such, many lawyers will only take these case if it involves a very serious injury.  I suggest that you contact a local lawyer and discuss the matter in person and in detail in order to fully understand your rights, the viability of any claims and all time delays that may limit your rights.  You can also find very general information on the topic on my website.  Good luck.  ... Read Answer