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Deported veteran gets second chance at citizenship
Those working through the immigration (and potentially naturalization) process in South Carolina know that any questions regarding their personal conduct can jeopardize their prospects. After working so hard to see the cycle through, having it derailed due to...
Can you avoid discrimination without committing civil violations?
You have a lot of legalities to consider when seeking new hires in South Carolina. While you should strive to maintain diversity amongst your employees, you want to avoid hiring illegal aliens. However, what if your efforts to avoid hiring unauthorized immigrants...
Detailing South Carolina’s different drug schedules
A good number of consequences can accompany a drug offense in South Carolina. Having said that, many understand that not all drug offenses may be equal. Many of those who come to us here at Kappel Law want to know exactly what sort of penalties they could face; you...
Which visas are common for temporary workers?
There are several types of temporary visas, but three of the most common are the H-1B, H-2A and H-2B. The H-2B visa is typically used by people who come to the United States to do non-agricultural seasonal labor on a temporary basis. These "guest workers" can come...
What is drug trafficking?
People often see the words "drug trafficking" in the news or even in movies. But what does "trafficking" mean? In short, it means the selling, transporting or importing of illegal drugs. It can be a state or federal crime -- the federal crime is more severe and often...
Tips for dealing with law enforcement
It is easy for law enforcement to intimidate. It seems to part of the job, refined by years of dealing with criminals and those who do not respect law enforcement. But it is important to remember that local, state and federal law enforcement is to protect and serve...
Advocate prevents detainment during ICE stop
A man in upstate New York State worked in a sanctuary organization that protected immigrants and helped them understand their rights better. Some of the training was then used to keep ICE officers from detaining two undocumented migrants in the car with him. The...
What makes an illegal search and seizure?
Among the most debated terms in American legal history is the definition of “probable cause.” Police officers invoke “probable cause” when they search a person, car or home without a warrant. Lawmakers introduced this legal term in the Fourth Amendment of the...
Which criminal charges can affect a green card application?
People who work for extended periods in the United States tend to put down roots. Perhaps you have assimilated into the culture, fallen in love, or maybe it's no longer a good option to return to your birth country. A green card, also known as a Permanent Resident...
Drug charges, job loss and unemployment
We are very familiar with the challenges that people face after drug charges arise, such as high levels of stress, the prospect of spending time behind bars and problems involving one's family members. However, many people lose their jobs as a result of a drug case,...
