Filing a vaccine injury claim marks the beginning of a journey through one of the most specialized legal systems in the United States. The National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program, established by the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act of 1986, created an...
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recently made a critical change affecting many immigrants and asylum seekers: work permits that used to last five years will now only be valid for 18 months. This means they must renew their employment authorization...
The term public charge refers to a person who is likely to rely on government support for subsistence. Under U.S. immigration law, if an applicant for a visa or green card is deemed “likely at any time to become a public charge,” they can be denied entry or permanent...
If you or a loved one has suffered a serious adverse reaction following vaccination, understanding your legal options is essential. The Vaccine Injury Compensation Program exists specifically to provide financial relief to individuals who experience severe reactions...
The immigration process requires compliance with extensive vaccination requirements that can create significant challenges for applicants with medical contraindications, religious beliefs, or moral convictions. Understanding your options for immigration vaccine...
The U.S. citizenship test is getting a significant update in 2025. If you plan to apply for naturalization (Form N-400) on or after October 20, 2025, you’ll face a significantly new challenge. These changes affect the civics portion of the exam and make the test...
For many families, the U.S. immigration process is stressful enough even when everyone is healthy. When an applicant or a family member has a serious medical condition such as diabetes, heart disease, cancer, obesity, or a significant mental health condition, that...
For many immigrants, the required medical exam and vaccine requirements can feel like one of the most stressful parts of the immigration process. At Siri & Glimstad, our immigration team regularly helps clients pursue vaccine waivers when they qualify, so that...
When you suffer an injury following vaccine administration, proving the connection between the vaccine and your condition can be one of the most challenging aspects of your case. The National Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP), established under the National...
Following the recent shooting of two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., the Trump administration has announced that the government is pausing decisions on asylum applications while it reviews its vetting and screening procedures. In addition to the pause on...
