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Bay Area Attorney Voices Concerns Over New $1K H-1B Visa Fee Impact on Immigrants

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San Francisco, California — A Bay Area immigration attorney is speaking out in response to recently announced increases in fees for H-1B visas, a popular option for skilled foreign workers. The new fee structure, which imposes an additional $1,000 charge, is raising eyebrows among legal experts and potential applicants alike. The H-1B visa program allows U.S. companies to hire foreign workers in specialized fields, such as technology and engineering. This latest fee hike has drawn criticism, as many advocates voice concerns about the potential financial burden it places on businesses and applicants. Immigration lawyers argue … Read more

Historic Appointment: Michelle Merendino Sworn in as Liberty County’s First Female District Judge

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Liberty, Texas — Michelle Merendino made history on September 19 as the first woman to be sworn in as a judge for the 75th Judicial District Court of Texas. Appointed by Governor Greg Abbott, Merendino fills the unexpired term of former Judge Mark Morefield, who retired in January 2025. The ceremony took place at the Liberty County Courthouse, drawing a crowd of supporters, friends, and family. Among those present were her husband, Jared, and their children and grandchildren. The oath of office was administered by former County Court at Law Judge Don Taylor, who praised … Read more

NASCAR Rivalry Resolved: Legacy Motor Club and Rick Ware Racing Settle Charter Dispute Ahead of 2026 Season

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CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Legacy Motor Club and Rick Ware Racing have reached a settlement following a legal dispute regarding the sale of a NASCAR charter. The lawsuit arose after Legacy claimed to have purchased a charter from Ware for the 2026 season, while Ware contended that the transaction was intended for 2027. The disagreement centered on which charter owned by Rick Ware Racing was actually sold to Legacy Motor Club. The two teams have now agreed on a settlement that allows Legacy to acquire the charter, though the specific terms of this agreement have not … Read more

Justice Served: Jury Awards $5 Million for Death of Riverside Man Excessively Tased by Police

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Riverside, California — A jury has awarded $5 million to the family of Leroy Stephenson, who died in 2019 after being restrained and Tased by California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers. The verdict was announced on September 19, 2023, by the attorneys representing Stephenson’s family. Stephenson, 48, was allegedly in the midst of a mental health crisis when he was spotted walking on the 91 Freeway on January 25, 2019. According to reports from the family’s legal team, Stephenson was moving erratically, dancing between traffic lanes. CHP officers located him at an offramp near Adams Street … Read more