In 2025, U.S. immigration policy is making headlines again, particularly with the new restrictions on H-1B nonimmigrant visas. These changes have left many foreign professionals working in the U.S. and HR departments at companies feeling uncertain. As a lawyer who has closely followed U.S. immigration law for years, I have to be honest: understanding these policies is no longer just about “filling out forms.” It requires a careful analysis that combines legal texts, administrative guidance, and practical experience. For professionals planning to apply for an H-1B work visa, grasping these new rules can provide a competitive edge in the highly contested visa lottery. For employers hiring foreign talent, staying ahead of policy changes can help avoid legal risks caused by misinterpreting the regulations. And for anyone considering working in the U.S., a solid understanding of nonimmigrant visa categories, application procedures, and employer responsibilities is like strapping on a seatb...
Why Knowing Your Rights Matters When a Landlord Refuses to Return Your Security Deposit Renting a home almost always requires paying a security deposit , usually equal to one or two months’ rent. For many tenants, this is a significant amount of money, which is why it feels so frustrating when a landlord refuses to return the security deposit after the lease ends. Unfortunately, this is not a rare situation—it is one of the most common rental disputes in both the United States and the United Kingdom. In fact, studies show that in the U.S., more than 50% of rental-related complaints are about unreturned security deposits , while issues like repairs, evictions, or rent increases rank much lower. The same pattern appears in the U.K., where tenancy deposit protection schemes report thousands of disputes every year, most of them involving withheld deposits. These numbers make it clear: if you rent, there is a real chance you will face this problem at some point. The good news is t...