Being served an eviction notice doesn’t mean you have to leave immediately. You have legal rights, and here’s how to protect them: ✅ 1. Understand the Eviction Type Pay-or-quit notice : For unpaid rent Cure-or-quit notice : For lease violations No-fault notice : For owner use, renovations, etc. ✅ 2. Review the Lease and Notice Check the lease terms and whether the landlord followed the proper legal process. Any violation on their part can help your case. ✅ 3. Respond on Time In most states, you have 3 to 10 days to respond. If you ignore the notice, you could lose automatically. ✅ 4. Prepare for Court You may have a hearing in housing court. Bring: The lease Rent receipts Photos/emails proving your claims ✅ 5. Legal Defenses to Eviction Landlord did not maintain habitable conditions Retaliatory eviction Discrimination ✅ 6. Seek Legal Aid Look for local tenant advocacy organizations or free legal clinics. Conclusion: Evictions c...
Applying for a green card in 2025 still follows the same primary pathways: family sponsorship, employment, refugee/asylee status, and the diversity visa lottery . The process is long but manageable if you understand the steps. Key Steps: Determine your category (e.g., family, work) File I-130 or I-140 petition Wait for a visa number (if applicable) Submit I-485 (Adjustment of Status) Attend biometrics and interview Tip: Always check the latest Visa Bulletin and consult with an immigration lawyer before submitting forms.