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fromThe Local Germany
2 days ago

EXPLAINED: The consequences for not paying off debts in Germany

If you miss a bill, and a few reminders to pay, in the mail, your German bank account can be slapped with a garnishment.
Germany politics
#asylum-cases
#immigration
NYC politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Mahmoud Khalil's Constitutional Rights and the Power of ICE

Mahmoud Khalil's arrest raises concerns regarding free speech and immigration laws in the U.S., especially for lawful permanent residents.
US news
fromAxios
2 months ago

ICE arrests Pro-Palestinian activist involved with Columbia encampment

Khalil, a legal permanent resident, had his green card revoked alongside HIS student visa by ICE in questionable circumstances.
Law
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Florida Imposes Harsher Penalties for Crimes by Immigrants in the U.S. Illegally

Florida's new immigration laws impose harsher penalties on undocumented immigrants, including increased jail time for misdemeanor theft.
US news
fromSan Jose Inside
2 months ago

San Jose Firm Prints Millions of 'Red Cards' for Immigrants Nationwide

The red card provides immigrants with essential rights and practical tips, serving as a crucial tool amidst rising anti-immigrant sentiment.
NYC politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Trump's Border Czar Keeps Suggesting That AOC Broke the Law, So She Wrote to His Boss

AOC questions DOJ's integrity amid accusations of political weaponization in response to a webinar on immigrant rights.
NYC politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Mahmoud Khalil's Constitutional Rights and the Power of ICE

Mahmoud Khalil's arrest raises concerns regarding free speech and immigration laws in the U.S., especially for lawful permanent residents.
US news
fromAxios
2 months ago

ICE arrests Pro-Palestinian activist involved with Columbia encampment

Khalil, a legal permanent resident, had his green card revoked alongside HIS student visa by ICE in questionable circumstances.
Law
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Florida Imposes Harsher Penalties for Crimes by Immigrants in the U.S. Illegally

Florida's new immigration laws impose harsher penalties on undocumented immigrants, including increased jail time for misdemeanor theft.
US news
fromSan Jose Inside
2 months ago

San Jose Firm Prints Millions of 'Red Cards' for Immigrants Nationwide

The red card provides immigrants with essential rights and practical tips, serving as a crucial tool amidst rising anti-immigrant sentiment.
NYC politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Trump's Border Czar Keeps Suggesting That AOC Broke the Law, So She Wrote to His Boss

AOC questions DOJ's integrity amid accusations of political weaponization in response to a webinar on immigrant rights.
#trump-administration
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Where Trump Gets His Most Dangerous Ideas

Trump's allies are enabling his authoritarian tendencies through cooperation with foreign leaders.
Trump's power grab involves illegal detentions of Americans aided by El Salvador.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

An Urgent Supreme Court Order Protecting Migrants Was Built for Speed

The Supreme Court swiftly intervened to halt the deportation of Venezuelan migrants, emphasizing the need for legal protections and transparency.
US politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

AGs issue joint statement on protecting birthright citizenship as SCOTUS weighs keeping injunction

The Supreme Court is inclined to uphold birthright citizenship against Trump's attempts to modify it.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Where Trump Gets His Most Dangerous Ideas

Trump's allies are enabling his authoritarian tendencies through cooperation with foreign leaders.
Trump's power grab involves illegal detentions of Americans aided by El Salvador.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

An Urgent Supreme Court Order Protecting Migrants Was Built for Speed

The Supreme Court swiftly intervened to halt the deportation of Venezuelan migrants, emphasizing the need for legal protections and transparency.
US politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago

AGs issue joint statement on protecting birthright citizenship as SCOTUS weighs keeping injunction

The Supreme Court is inclined to uphold birthright citizenship against Trump's attempts to modify it.
#ice-detention
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Why are Germans being detained by US immigration? DW 03/20/2025

US immigration officials detained several EU Green Card holders for extended periods, raising concerns about their treatment during routine checks.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Why are Germans being detained by US immigration? DW 03/20/2025

US immigration officials detained several EU Green Card holders for extended periods, raising concerns about their treatment during routine checks.
#human-rights
Women in technology
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

What to Know About the Equal Pay Activist Lilly Ledbetter, Who Inspired Lilly

Lilly Ledbetter's life and legal battle inspired the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, promoting equal pay awareness.
fromAssociate's Mind
4 years ago

What is Discovery in Law? - Associate's Mind

The discovery process is crucial for preventing surprises in lawsuits, allowing parties to obtain all relevant non-privileged information before appearing in court.
Law
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'Our neighbour has blocked off a laneway we have used for 60 years, saying we are trespassing. What is our legal position?'

"We can't get the tractor into the fields and it is very stressful for the family. We're not looking for trouble, just to carry on as we always have. Do we have a legal right of way?"
Agriculture
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Knife store owner sues Dublin police for alleged illegal searches, seizing of 300-plus weapons

According to the lawsuit, Cowens and Shepard entered Dublin Knives on April 13, 2023 while responding to a call of a robbery, did not present a warrant and began searching Chopra's store and seizing guns, switch blades and other inventory.
DC food
#deportation
NYC parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Lawyers say that ICE has deported the mother of a baby and a 2-year-old who is a U.S. citizen

Recent deportations of immigrant families, including U.S. citizens, raise serious concerns over legal representation and the government's handling of immigration policies.
NYC parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Lawyers say that ICE has deported the mother of a baby and a 2-year-old who is a U.S. citizen

Recent deportations of immigrant families, including U.S. citizens, raise serious concerns over legal representation and the government's handling of immigration policies.
Media industry
fromBusiness Matters
4 weeks ago

Construction Injuries on Public Projects: Legal Differences in Government Contract Work

Injured workers on government construction jobs face unique and complex legal challenges, particularly concerning claims and compensation.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
4 weeks ago

Yes, Cyclists Can Go on Red With 'Walk' Sign, City Confirms in Court - Streetsblog New York City

Cyclists can legally pass through a red light when a walk signal is on, clarifying a long-standing misinterpretation.
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks ago

Three Business Insider journalists named Livingston Award finalists

Cecilia Reyes' "Locked Out" investigation highlighted illegal evictions across America, uncovering police inaction and little tenant recourse, critical revelations on landlord impunity.
UK news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

'My mother told me before she died that she would make provisions for me. But my father won't let me see her will. What can I do?'

"My mother mentioned several times that she had made provisions for me, like a piece of jewellery, a bit of money, and a painting I loved."
SF parents
#france
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Can a French police officer search your mobile phone?

France's Interior Minister pushes for police to search mobile phones of suspected illegal immigrants, but current laws limit such authority.
France news
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Can a French police officer search your mobile phone?

France's Interior Minister pushes for police to search mobile phones of suspected illegal immigrants, but current laws limit such authority.
#civil-liberties
Privacy professionals
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 04.14.25 - Above the Law

DHS's directive for a U.S. citizen lawyer to self-deport reflects troubling issues in immigration law and civil rights.
Law firms' withdrawal from pro bono efforts amid political pressures indicates an erosion of commitment to public service.
#donald-trump
Privacy professionals
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

'I'm not going to back down.' Immigration attorneys fight back over Trump's legal threats

Trump's administration is threatening legal actions against attorneys defending migrants, igniting a strong response from immigration law professionals.
Privacy professionals
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

'I'm not going to back down.' Immigration attorneys fight back over Trump's legal threats

Trump's administration is threatening legal actions against attorneys defending migrants, igniting a strong response from immigration law professionals.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

This Supreme Court Case Is About More Than "Defunding" Planned Parenthood

The Supreme Court’s decision in Medina v. Planned Parenthood could determine whether Medicaid patients can enforce their right to choose any qualified provider, impacting access to family planning services.
Healthcare
#divorce
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How a South Texas Court System Is Failing Poor Defendants

The Maverick County court system fails to provide basic legal rights, leading to prolonged detention without charges for minor crimes.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

How many legal parents can a child have? The Dutch are asking the question | Mark Smith

Rainbow families in the Netherlands face legal challenges despite the country's progressive stance on LGBTQ+ rights.
fromABC7 New York
2 months ago

Police who arrested Luigi Mangione gave him a snack to get his DNA, lawyer says

In a 36-page filing asking the court to exclude evidence against Mangione, Dickey says Altoona officers' 'combined actions' at the McDonald's were 'designed to not only exhibit their authority and control over [Mangione]... but to also restrict and totally curtail his liberty.'
NYC politics
Law
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

If You Get Over 8 On This Criminology Quiz, You Should Be An FBI Special Agent

Criminology is the scientific study of crime, and many people may have more knowledge of it than they realize.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

I screamed and the world listened': how astronaut Amanda Nguyen survived rape to fight for other victims

Amanda Nguyen's experience after being raped highlights the complexities of consent, trauma, and navigating the medical-legal landscape.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Can My HOA Board Spend Money on Whatever It Wants?

In a homeowners association, the board generally doesn’t need owner approval for renovations, as long as actions align with governing documents and are in good faith.
NYC politics
Venture
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Charlie Javice called for a mistrial, saying her right to a fair trial was 'irreparably compromised' during openings

Javice's legal team contends her fair trial rights were violated by an abrupt limit on her defense counsel's opening statement.
Law
fromRedfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More
3 months ago

Is Your HOA Overstepping? 12 Unenforceable HOA Rules to Know

Many unenforceable HOA rules violate state or federal laws, including restrictions on satellite dishes, political signs, and solar panels.
Homeowners have the right to challenge HOA overreach, including restrictions on parking, rentals, and home-based businesses.
If an HOA enforces illegal rules, homeowners can reference state laws, file complaints, or seek legal action to protect their rights.
fromThe Local France
3 months ago

What to do if your accountant in France makes a mistake

Filing taxes can be especially challenging for foreigners in France, even more so for small business owners dealing with complex financial situations.
France news
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