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Which visas are common for temporary workers?

On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | Sep 2, 2020 | Firm News

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...

Drug charges, job loss and unemployment

On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | Jun 17, 2020 | Firm News

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,...

How drug court works in Greenville County

On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | May 29, 2020 | Firm News

As someone facing drug charges due to a dependency on a particular substance, you may recognize that it is time to make some important changes in your life. Enrolling in a Greenville County drug court may help you get your life back on the right track by helping you...

What happens when ICE contacts you about an inspection?

On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | May 13, 2020 | Firm News

The United States government has rules and regulations regarding who you can hire, and how. One of the rules you must follow includes making sure everyone you hire has the legal right to work in the country. Even when an immigrant has the correct documentation to be...

Did you have a legitimate expectation of privacy?

On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | May 1, 2020 | Firm News

The Fourth Amendment of the Constitution protects you against “unreasonable” searches and seizures. Because the Fourth Amendment does not clarify what constitutes as “unreasonable,” the courts have held that a warrantless search is only unreasonable if the subject of...

Identifying items as drug paraphernalia

On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | Apr 16, 2020 | Firm News

Federal and state laws do not merely outlaw illegal substances, like heroin or cocaine, but also the tools and appliances used to cultivate, process and ingest them into the human body. The law classifies these accessories as drug paraphernalia. While people may...

Inmate safety during coronavirus

On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | Mar 18, 2020 | Firm News

People who are arrested for a criminal offense may find themselves in a jail or a prison depending on the nature of the circumstances. That can be a concerning event in any situation, but in the face of the Coronavirus pandemic, a new concern is emerging fast. Many...

Field tests for illegal substances often show false positives

On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | Mar 9, 2020 | Firm News

Being falsely accused of a crime is a nightmare that fortunately remains unrealized for the majority of South Carolina residents. However, this was not the case for a college student who was arrested for possession of an illegal drug after a substance on the...

The differences between drug distribution and trafficking charges

On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | Feb 9, 2020 | Firm News

The war on drugs is not over, and in South Carolina, law enforcement plays an integral role in getting suspected distributors off the street. When an officer finds narcotics in your possession, it may turn into an even bigger charge.  Many factors go into determining...

Will your misdemeanor conviction lead to deportation?

On behalf of Law Office of Matthew J. Kappel, PC | Jan 22, 2020 | Firm News

It goes without saying that if you are an immigrant to the U.S., whether documented or undocumented, you should do your best to stay out of trouble. Some kinds of trouble could lead to your deportation, especially those where you receive a criminal conviction. ...

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