H-1B Visa: live and work in the United States
THE H-1B visa enables foreign professionals from all over the world to live and work in the United States (“U.S.”). It is a particularly great option for international students whose…
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A new perspective on beauty and image with Imee Ong-Maghanoy
“IT’S not really just serving someone’s vanity but more like making a difference in a person’s self-esteem. You help them feel better about their physical appearance and ultimately about themselves. …
Praying for the nation
“BUT for you who fear my name, there will arise the sun of justice with its rays of healing.” — (Malachi 3:19-20) Many of us are deeply concerned about the things…
Client with good income seeks Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 relief for $84K credit cards
CLIENT is 58. He is not divorced but separated for 20 years. His income is good. He nets about $7K to $8K a month. He lives by himself and does…
Where does that tip go? – A question for consumers and workers
THE Uber app allows riders to call, arrange and pay for taxi cab rides and other transportation services electronically via their mobile phone. On September 9, 2012, Caren Ehret used…
Can I get reimbursed for my separate property contribution from all subsequent community properties purchased during marriage?
QUESTION: I contributed money which I saved before the marriage into purchasing a property during the marriage which I acquired with my spouse in joint name. During the marriage we…
Should you submit an offer in compromise (OIC)?
IF you are unable pay all your taxes owed to the IRS, you may make an offer to pay a smaller sum to fully pay all taxes, penalties, and interests….
How you can get your family out of debt — safely and legally
AS we prepare to wrap up another year, I still see a lot of families who are at the end of their financial rope with no place to turn for…
The inconvenient truth about Duterte’s war on drugs
BORROWING the term used by former US Vice-President Al Gore to sound the alarm about global warming, I believe there are certain inconvenient truths that need to be confronted concerning…
Donald Trump wins: What must he do to heal the nation of hatred, bigotry, discrimination and sexism?
AMERICA has spoken — business mogul and reality TV star Donald Trump will be the 45th President of the United States, defeating his Democratic rival Hillary Clinton in a surprising…
Beyond age lies a gentler joy
Getting old is a natural thing and no one must not be afraid of the natural. Trees age, as well as animals and everything that is alive. I am not…
Why is Duterte so quiet about the rubout of the century?
IT’S been three days (as of this writing) since more than 15 policemen of the Eastern Visayas Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) motored for several hours from their headquarters…
Could Congress block President Trump’s immigration plan?
People are justifiably concerned, anxious, and even terrified over Donald Trump’s proposed plan to deport the approximate 11 million undocumented immigrants in the US. However, let’s remember that the executive…
Some issues and pitfalls in pursuing US citizenship
(Part 3) FOR many people, attaining US citizenship is the final step in achieving their “American Dream.” After getting a green card, they eagerly count off the years until they…
Immigration filing fees to increase
ON December 23, 2016, the filing fees for most petitions and applications filed with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will increase. The current filing fee for an application…
Criminal convictions and consequences
(Part 2 of 2) Every nation’s immigration rules and regulations seek to weed out ‘undesirables’ or ‘deplorables’ maybe – those with the propensity for malicious mischief or simply, to do…
Drinking your own urine?
IF you are, hold that glass and do not say “cheers or ganbei” yet until you read the information on urine therapy in this column. Informational technology is a wonderful…
Tips to keep the IRS away
KEEP a low audit profile. It reduces risk of an audit. Here are some tips to keep the IRS from auditing your tax returns: • Make sure that social security…
Does Marcos deserve a hero’s burial?
THE headline back home in the Philippines eclipsed the U.S. Presidential Election last November 8. The Supreme Court of the Philippines just ruled that the remains of the deposed dictator…
Once more, the evening belonged to Pacquiao
LAS VEGAS – A boxer’s skills erodes a lot quicker in this crazy roulette called boxing, like no other sport offers. Here today, gone tomorrow (but millions richer); the peacock…
The value in being politically aware
As a voter, you have direct influence on who will make decisions for the future. You currently have the power to control what will affect your family’s future. Many people…
Getting to know Angela Rupert
Angela Rupert is the Democratic candidate for State Assembly in the Valley, and she is also a mother, wife and immigration attorney. She is the choice for many Asians in…
Take courage!
ON February 15, 2015, ISIS shocked the whole Christian world by releasing a video of the execution of 21 Coptic Christian migrant workers. Men in black uniform stood behind the…
The curious comparison between Duterte and Trump
From the reckless rhetoric of both Philippine President Rodrigo Roa Duterte and U.S. presidential nominee Donald J. Trump, one can deduce that they share the same speaking style: It’s rough,…
More Fil-Ams identify as Democrats: Will it be Clinton or Trump on November 8?
In a few days, the verdict of American voters will determine who will succeed President Barack Obama in the White House. Will Democratic nominee Hillary Clinton or Republican Donald Trump…
Single mom seeks chapter 7 relief from $60K credit cards
Business owner seeks to discharge $40K credit cards; Young debtor seeks to discharge $50K credit cards CLIENT is 50 and divorced ten years ago. Ex husband decided that working was…
Series for Covered CA: Part 1 – Introduction
OBAMACARE is normally used to mean Covered California (Covered CA) but they not the same thing. Obamacare is the law, the formal name of which is Patient Protection and Affordable…
Police use of excessive force results in wrongful death recovery
ON April 27, 2014, in Compton, CA, L.A. County sheriff’s deputies were called to a Target store, where a theft was allegedly occurring. Police arrived at the scene and confronted…
EB-5 green card program: A way to bring your entire family to the US
PRESIDENT Rodrigo Duterte recently announced severing military and economic ties with the U.S. He has also recently assailed the U.S.’s strict visa policy. As President Duterte aligns himself with China,…