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Oxner + Permar Gives Back: La Batella Kids and La Fiesta del Pueblo

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Oxner + Permar Gives Back: La Batella Kids and La Fiesta del Pueblo

Oxner + Permar has multiple offices across North and South Carolina, so it’s always exciting when our different branches can give back. Recently two offices had the opportunity to participate in a couple of outstanding events in their communities.

The Greensboro office participated in La Batella Kids, a fun-filled day of music, entertainment, talent shows, and more! The Oxner + Permar team set up a tent and gave away a ton of candy to the kids and their families. This event also gave us the opportunity to speak with families in the community. We were able to share a lot of good advice and tips. We had a blast, and it seemed like everyone in attendance did too!

 

Over in Raleigh, the office attended La Fiesta del Pueblo 2017. As with the event in Greensboro, we were able to give out candy to attendees. We also had the pleasure of being able to chat with families all day. This was a wonderful opportunity to get to talk with members of the community.

 

We understand that it can be intimidating to approach an attorney; that’s why we believe it’s important for us to get involved and show that we care about the communities that we represent. We want people to feel that they can come to us with challenges they face in their lives whether they’re dealing with a workers’ compensation case, a family law case, a personal injury case, or something else. An experienced attorney can make all the difference, and we want to make a positive difference in our communities.

 

If you’ve got a question for us, or think you might have a case, don’t hesitate to reach out. We offer free consultations and are always happy to help guide you in the right direction!

Oxner + Permar Gives Back: Food Banks

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Oxner + Permar Gives Back: Food Banks

As summer comes to a close, we feel that it’s important to remind everyone about the importance of donating to your local food banks. As we mentioned, summer brings a very high demand on food banks. Many children rely on free or subsidized meal programs at school during the school year. However, once school lets out for the summer, this safety net against hunger vanishes.

As a result, many families look to food banks for support. The peak time for donations is around the holidays and we see substantially fewer donations during the summer. Because of the higher demand for food, and the lack of donations, many food banks struggle over the summer months. By the time kids are going back to school, it’s likely that their supplies are heavily depleted.

 

It’s important to remember to give to food banks throughout the year, and not just during the holidays. You may have seen some of our billboards around town promoting food donations to food banks. At Oxner + Permar, we believe it’s important to look after our community in any way possible. Helping to make sure that everyone has access to a good meal is just one way we do our part.

 

As summer ends, many food banks are trying to restore depleted supplies. If you’re able, we encourage you to find your local food bank and make a donation!

Oxner + Permar Gives Back: Informing the Community

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Oxner + Permar Gives Back: Informing the Community

At Oxner + Permar, we believe in giving back in a variety of ways, including providing valuable educational opportunities. It’s important that all citizens of the community are informed of their rights. Making information freely available is a huge part of ensuring that the community is aware of the the laws that concern their everyday life. That’s why we like to host informational events in and around the Greensboro area.

On June 23rd, we helped host an informational event at Daystar Church. The goal of this event was to speak on issues that affect the Hispanic community of Greensboro. We had a variety of speakers such as Eric Ramirez, one of our distinguished workers’ compensation attorneys.

We also heard from Jessica Yañez (Yañez Immigration Law), who spoke about the laws and regulations that often come into play with immigration. The Immigrants Rights Working Group joined us to talk about the different ways that they provide services to immigrants in the U.S. The group is dedicated to fighting anti-immigration policy, supporting immigration cases, and providing education on immigration law. And FaithAction International House partnered with us as advocates for immigrants working to build understanding and a sense of belonging. Finally, the Greensboro Police Department provided information and support, which we appreciate as well. It takes all kinds of partners to help ensure our community is well informed and well supported.

After a brief overview from each of the presenters on their area of expertise, we opened up the floor for a Q&A session. This was an excellent opportunity for members of the community to ask question and stay informed of their rights. We’re so glad this was such a successful event, and we hope to see you at the next one!

We plan to host more of these informative events in the future, so if you have any interest in volunteering or attending follow us on Facebook for more information!

Oxner + Permar Gives Back: Habitat for Humanity

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At Oxner + Permar, we’re not only passionate about our clients, we’re also passionate about giving back to our communities. In May, we had the awesome experience of getting to work with Habitat for Humanity. Habitat for Humanity is an incredible organization that builds homes for families in need.

They work with a variety of volunteers and companies to help get these homes built. So, on May 13th, we spent the weekend helping with a build in Greensboro. Eleven members from our office met up with a team through the Greensboro Bar Association and came together to build this home.

It was such an incredible experience! For one, the family was there working with us to shingle the roof. We had a great time getting to know the family and talking with them about their experiences. Everyone was so kind. Some of the other volunteers were also hoping to seek help from Habitat for Humanity. They’d put their applications for assistance in, but in order to be considered, they needed to log a certain number of volunteer hours with Habitat.

 

And in the end, we got the roof finished! We had such a wonderful time getting to know everybody, and spending a day giving back to the community. It’s truly a wonderful opportunity to not only lend a hand, but get to meet the people we were helping. We’re looking forward to our next opportunity to volunteer with Habitat for Humanity!

 

 

If you’re interested in volunteering for Habitat for Humanity or have any questions about their organization, be sure to visit their website!

 

What to Do in an Immigration Emergency

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What to Do in an Immigration Emergency

In our current political climate, it’s a particularly scary time in the United States for immigrants. With tightening laws and crackdowns on immigration, many people are concerned about their status and residency.

 

While we do not handle immigration law, we’ve reached out to an immigration attorney for advice on what to do if you’re confronted about your immigration status as well as ways to protect yourself and your loved ones should your residency status ever be questioned.

  1. Remain Calm and Do Not Lie
    Being confronted by an official can be very stressful; however, it’s important that you remain calm and answer questions honestly. Lying can make your situation much worse.
  2. Carry a Photo ID with You at All Times
    If you do not have a North Carolina driver’s license or ID card, you should be able to use your unexpired passport.
  3. Do Not Carry Any False Documents
    False documents are worse than no documents. It’s not worth the risk.
  4. Carry Proof of Residency
    If you entered the U.S. lawfully, keep your I-94 form and any other evidence you might have on you at all times. If you entered without inspection (EWI), keep evidence of at least two years of continuous physical presence either with you or in your vehicle.
  5. Carry Your Attorney’s Business Card and Exercise Your Right to Remain Silent
    This will allow you to call your lawyer at any time, should you need to. And remember, you have the right to remain silent. You do not need to answer where you were born or how you arrived in the United States.
  6. Do Not Sign Anything You Don’t Fully Understand
    ICE may present you with a paper waiving your right to a hearing before an Immigration Judge. If you’re unsure what you’re signing or why you’re signing it, do not sign.
  7. Create a Folder with Proof of Residence for You and Your Family Members
    This folder should contain documents that show you have citizen or resident relatives as well as your own continuous physical residence in the United States, property ties, employment, documentation of any disability or medical condition, and prior immigration documents. You should keep this folder with a trusted family member or friend who has lawful status in the United States.
  8. If You Have Ever Been Charged with a Crime, Keep the Records
    If you’ve been charged with a crime, obtain the records. Get certified copies of the charging document and disposition document, including a copy of any deferred prosecution agreement. If the record has been destroyed, you will need to get a letter from the Clerk of Court with a raised seal stating that the record has been destroyed. Keep these records with a trusted family member or friend who has lawful residence in the United States.
  9. Make Sure Your Name is on Your Child’s Birth Certificate
    If your child is a United States citizen and your name is not on their birth certificate, you need to get the birth certificate changed to show your name.
  10. Make Arrangements for Your Children In Case You Are Detained
    If your children are under the age of 18, you should have a plan of where they will stay if you are suddenly detained. It might be a good idea to sign legal documents such as power of attorney; however, you should not sign these documents without speaking to a lawyer first.

 

If you need advice on immigration issues or questions about residency, we can recommend an immigration lawyer. If you’ve been injured at work, don’t hesitate to give us a call. Workers can qualify for workers’ compensation regardless of residency status.  

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