document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function() { // Select the latest-post container const latestPosts = document.querySelector('.latest-post'); if (latestPosts) { // Find the grid container inside const postsContainer = latestPosts.querySelector('.elementor-posts-container'); if (postsContainer) { // Set role="list" on the container postsContainer.setAttribute('role', 'list'); // Fix each article inside const articles = postsContainer.querySelectorAll('article.elementor-post'); articles.forEach(article => { // Ensure role="listitem" article.setAttribute('role', 'listitem'); // Fix thumbnail links tabindex const thumbLink = article.querySelector('.elementor-post__thumbnail__link'); if (thumbLink) { thumbLink.setAttribute('tabindex', '0'); } }); } } }); (function () { function cleanAltText(raw) { if (!raw) return ''; // Remove all # characters completely let cleaned = raw.replace(/#/g, ''); // collapse excessive whitespace cleaned = cleaned.replace(/\s{2,}/g, ' ').trim(); // remove leading/trailing punctuation or separators cleaned = cleaned.replace(/^[\s\-\:\|]+|[\s\-\:\|]+$/g, ''); // if nothing meaningful remains if (!cleaned || cleaned.length < 3) return ''; // keep under 125 chars return cleaned.slice(0, 125).trim(); } function processImg(img) { if (!img || !(img instanceof Element)) return; const feedRoot = document.getElementById('sb-tiktok-feeds-container-3'); if (!feedRoot || !feedRoot.contains(img)) return; const existingAria = img.getAttribute('aria-label'); if (existingAria && existingAria.trim().length) return; const alt = (img.getAttribute('alt') || '').trim(); const cleaned = cleanAltText(alt); if (cleaned) { img.setAttribute('aria-label', cleaned); } else if (alt && alt.length) { img.setAttribute('aria-label', 'TikTok post thumbnail'); } else { img.setAttribute('aria-label', 'TikTok post thumbnail'); } } function processAll() { const feedRoot = document.getElementById('sb-tiktok-feeds-container-3'); if (!feedRoot) return; feedRoot.querySelectorAll('img.sb-post-item-image').forEach(processImg); } document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', processAll); window.addEventListener('load', processAll); const root = document.getElementById('sb-tiktok-feeds-container-3'); if (root) { const mo = new MutationObserver((mutations) => { for (const m of mutations) { m.addedNodes.forEach(node => { if (node.nodeType !== 1) return; if (node.matches?.('img.sb-post-item-image')) { processImg(node); } else { node.querySelectorAll?.('img.sb-post-item-image').forEach(processImg); } }); } }); mo.observe(root, { childList: true, subtree: true }); } })(); document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function () { // Find all links with "Learn more" const learnMoreLinks = document.querySelectorAll('a[href*="/practice-areas/"]:not([aria-label])'); learnMoreLinks.forEach(link => { // Find the closest parent container (loop item) const loopItem = link.closest('.e-loop-item'); if (loopItem) { // Find the heading (h3) inside that loop item const heading = loopItem.querySelector('h3.elementor-heading-title'); if (heading) { // Set aria-label based on the heading text link.setAttribute('aria-label', `Learn more about ${heading.textContent.trim()}`); } } }); }); // document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() { // const owlDots = document.querySelectorAll('.owl-carousel .owl-dot'); // owlDots.forEach((dot, index) => { // // Add aria-label for accessibility // dot.setAttribute('aria-label', `Go to slide ${index + 1}`); // dot.setAttribute('role', 'button'); // // Set aria-current for active slide // if (dot.classList.contains('active')) { // dot.setAttribute('aria-current', 'true'); // } else { // dot.setAttribute('aria-current', 'false'); // } // // Optional: update aria-current dynamically on click // dot.addEventListener('click', () => { // owlDots.forEach(d => d.setAttribute('aria-current', 'false')); // dot.setAttribute('aria-current', 'true'); // }); // }); // }); // document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function() { // const owlDotsContainers = document.querySelectorAll('.sb-feed-posts .owl-dots'); // owlDotsContainers.forEach(container => { // const buttons = container.querySelectorAll('button.owl-dot'); // buttons.forEach((btn, index) => { // // Ensure aria-label exists // if (!btn.hasAttribute('aria-label') || btn.getAttribute('aria-label') === '') { // btn.setAttribute('aria-label', `Go to slide ${index + 1}`); // } // // Ensure role="button" // btn.setAttribute('role', 'button'); // // Set aria-current based on active class // btn.setAttribute('aria-current', btn.classList.contains('active') ? 'true' : 'false'); // }); // }); // }); // document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function() { function updateOwlDots(containerSelector = '.owl-dots') { const owlDotsContainers = document.querySelectorAll(containerSelector); owlDotsContainers.forEach(container => { const buttons = container.querySelectorAll('button.owl-dot'); buttons.forEach((btn, index) => { // Ensure aria-label exists if (!btn.hasAttribute('aria-label') || btn.getAttribute('aria-label') === '') { btn.setAttribute('aria-label', `Go to slide ${index + 1}`); } // Ensure role="button" btn.setAttribute('role', 'button'); // Set aria-current based on active class btn.setAttribute('aria-current', btn.classList.contains('active') ? 'true' : 'false'); }); }); } // Initial run updateOwlDots(); // Optional: observe dynamically added carousels const observer = new MutationObserver(() => updateOwlDots()); observer.observe(document.body, { childList: true, subtree: true }); }); // Add aria-labels to specific links document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function() { // For the "back to top" link const topLink = document.querySelector('a.elementor-icon[href="#top"]'); if (topLink) { topLink.setAttribute('aria-label', 'Back to top'); } // For the cancel link const cancelLink = document.querySelector('a.sbr_lb-cancel'); if (cancelLink) { cancelLink.setAttribute('aria-label', 'Cancel'); } // For the close link const closeLink = document.querySelector('a.sbr_lb-close'); if (closeLink) { closeLink.setAttribute('aria-label', 'Close'); } }); document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function() { // Find all dialogs const dialogs = document.querySelectorAll('div[role="dialog"]'); dialogs.forEach((dialog, index) => { // Skip if already has aria-label or aria-labelledby if (!dialog.hasAttribute('aria-label') && !dialog.hasAttribute('aria-labelledby')) { // Create a unique label const labelText = "Dialog window " + (index + 1); // Option 1: Use aria-label dialog.setAttribute('aria-label', labelText); // Optional: Log for debugging console.log(`Added aria-label="${labelText}" to dialog:`, dialog); } }); }); document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function() { // Select all loop items with our-team-loop class const teamItems = document.querySelectorAll('.our-team-loop'); teamItems.forEach(item => { // Find the heading link inside the item const headingLink = item.querySelector('.elementor-widget-heading h3 a'); if (!headingLink) return; // Skip if no heading link const personName = headingLink.textContent.trim(); if (!personName) return; // Skip if heading has no text // Find the "Read more" button inside this item const readMoreButton = item.querySelector('.elementor-button-link'); if (readMoreButton) { // Set the aria-label readMoreButton.setAttribute('aria-label', `Read more about ${personName}`); } }); }); document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function () { // Find all immigration loop items const items = document.querySelectorAll(".immigration-loop"); items.forEach(item => { // Get title from .elementor-icon-list-text const titleEl = item.querySelector(".elementor-icon-list-text"); if (!titleEl) return; const title = titleEl.textContent.trim(); if (!title) return; // Get the Read More button const readMore = item.querySelector("a.elementor-button.elementor-button-link"); if (!readMore) return; // Add aria-label readMore.setAttribute("aria-label", `Read more about ${title}`); }); }); (function () { // Run after DOM ready function initSkipLink() { // Find any skip link that looks like "skip to content" const skip = document.querySelector('a.skip-link[href^="#"], a[href^="#content"].skip-link, a.skip-link.screen-reader-text[href^="#"]'); if (!skip) return; // Ensure it's the very first focusable thing for keyboard users: // move it to be the first child of if it's not already first if (document.body.firstElementChild !== skip) { document.body.insertBefore(skip, document.body.firstElementChild); } // Get target id from href (strip leading '#') const targetId = (skip.getAttribute('href') || '').replace(/^#/, ''); if (!targetId) return; // Ensure the target exists; if not, try to find a good main candidate and give it the id let target = document.getElementById(targetId); if (!target) { target = document.querySelector('main, [role="main"], #primary, #content, .site-main'); if (target) { target.id = targetId; } else { // As a last resort create a focus target at top of body so link doesn't break const fallback = document.createElement('div'); fallback.id = targetId; document.body.appendChild(fallback); target = fallback; } } // Make sure target is programmatically focusable if (!target.hasAttribute('tabindex')) { target.setAttribute('tabindex', '-1'); } // Ensure activation moves keyboard focus into the target skip.addEventListener('click', function (e) { // Allow default anchor behavior, but also ensure focus lands on target // Use setTimeout to let the browser perform the fragment jump first setTimeout(function () { const t = document.getElementById(targetId); if (t) { try { t.focus({ preventScroll: false }); } catch (ex) { // fallback for older browsers t.focus(); } } }, 0); }); } if (document.readyState === 'loading') { document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', initSkipLink); } else { initSkipLink(); } })(); (function () { const tabSelector = '.e-n-tabs-heading'; const accordionSelector = '.e-n-accordion'; function fixTabindexes(container) { if (!container) return; container.querySelectorAll('[tabindex="-1"]').forEach(el => { el.setAttribute('tabindex', '0'); }); } function initWatcher(container) { if (!container || container.__fixed) return; // Initial fix fixTabindexes(container); // Fix again on click (Elementor updates attrs on click) container.addEventListener('click', () => fixTabindexes(container)); // Watch DOM changes inside container const observer = new MutationObserver((mutations) => { for (const m of mutations) { if ( m.type === 'childList' || (m.type === 'attributes' && m.attributeName === 'tabindex') ) { fixTabindexes(container); break; } } }); observer.observe(container, { childList: true, subtree: true, attributes: true, attributeFilter: ['tabindex'] }); container.__fixed = true; } function initAll() { document.querySelectorAll(tabSelector).forEach(initWatcher); document.querySelectorAll(accordionSelector).forEach(initWatcher); } // Run immediately initAll(); // Also watch entire page if tabs/accordions load later const rootObserver = new MutationObserver(initAll); rootObserver.observe(document.documentElement, { childList: true, subtree: true }); // Extra: run after page fully loads if (document.readyState === 'loading') { document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', initAll); } })(); // Function to fix ARIA role function fixSwiperRoles() { const slides = document.querySelectorAll('.swiper-slide[role="group"]'); slides.forEach(slide => { slide.setAttribute('role', 'listitem'); }); } // Fix existing slides on page load document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', () => { fixSwiperRoles(); }); // Optional: Observe for new slides added dynamically (like in Swiper) const swiperContainer = document.querySelector('.swiper-wrapper'); if (swiperContainer) { const observer = new MutationObserver(() => { fixSwiperRoles(); }); observer.observe(swiperContainer, { childList: true, subtree: true }); } document.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded", function() { const iconLinks = document.querySelectorAll('a.elementor-icon'); iconLinks.forEach(link => { // Check if link has no text content and no aria-label if (!link.textContent.trim() && !link.hasAttribute('aria-label')) { // Set a descriptive label, e.g., based on href or context if (link.getAttribute('href') === '#top') { link.setAttribute('aria-label', 'Back to top'); } else { link.setAttribute('aria-label', 'Icon link'); } } }); });
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A labor certification is a legal document that U.S. employers must complete in order to hire…
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**What Is a Labor Certification?**A labor certification is a legal document that U.S. employers must complete in order to hire a foreign national for a permanent position in the United States. It requires employers to go through an extensive process of proving that there is no American worker available for a specific position. According to USCIS and the Department of Labor, “the labor certification process exists to protect U.S. workers and the U.S. labor market by ensuring that foreign workers seeking immigrant visa classifications are not displacing equally qualified U.S. workers.”

What is PERM?

A Program Electronic Review Management Labor Certification, or PERM, is the first step in the process for obtaining an employment-based green card that will allow a foreign worker to live and work in the U.S. permanently. Two categories of employment-based visas that require labor certifications are EB-2 and EB-3. Before an employer can file a petition for a foreign worker, they must first obtain an approved labor certification from the Department of Labor (DOL) by filing ETA Form 9089. The employer must be able to show that they intend to pay the appropriate prevailing wage for the position in the geographical area. Moreover, it must be shown that employment of the foreign worker will not adversely affect the working conditions or wages of similarly employed domestic workers.

If the employer’s PERM application is approvable, it will be certified by the DOL. This will attest to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) that there are no sufficient U.S. workers available who have the qualifications, willingness, and availability to perform the job offered at the prevailing wage for that occupation. The employer will then need to file Form I-140, Immigrant Petition for Alien Worker, with the certified PERM.

Important considerations for employers

Employers must be aware of several important factors when filing a PERM labor certification on behalf of a foreign worker. These include the following:

  • The PERM labor certification must be valid when the foreign worker receives his or her green card, which could be many years from now
  • Employers must ensure that recruiting a foreign worker would not have detrimental effects on the working conditions or wages of U.S. workers employed in a similar field
  • Employers must also ensure that the foreign worker is qualified to execute the duties of the intended position, in order to avoid a denial of the PERM or the I-140 petition

If you are a U.S. employer wishing to consult an expert PERM labor certification attorney, look no further than the U.S. Immigration Law Counsel®. We can provide valuable guidance on navigating the PERM process and understanding labor certification processing times.

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Ana Savic 3 days ago
We are extremely grateful to the entire team of experts who guided us through immigration process.

A very special thank you to Ms. Troconis, Ms. Ferreira, Ms. Marisol, and Mr.Jesus for their professionalism, patience, and dedication. They were always there to answer questions, explain each step of the process, and make sure everything was properly prepared.We truly appreciate the time, effort, and attention everyone put into our case.

Thank you to the entire team for guiding us through this important journey and helping us reach such a meaningful milestone in our life. We would highly recommend this team of professionals to anyone looking for reliable, and compassionate immigration assistance.
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Abdul Wasiu Mamudu 2 weeks ago
I highly recommend U.S. Immigration Law Counsel for anyone needing help with a marriage-based green card application. My experience with the firm was exceptional from start to finish and their team made a process that can feel stressful and overwhelming much more organized and manageable.

Attorney Natalia did an excellent job preparing my spouse and me for our interview. She took the time to make sure we understood what to expect, helped us feel confident and was present with us at the interview. Having her there gave us a great deal of comfort and reassurance because we felt well prepared and supported throughout the process.

Arantxa and Sol were also outstanding in helping us gather, organize, and submit all the required documents. They were thorough, professional and attentive to detail. They made sure we did not overlook any important paperwork and kept everything organized from beginning to end.

Overall, we were extremely happy with the service, communication and support we received from the firm. The entire team was knowledgeable, caring and professional. We truly appreciate everything they did for us and would confidently recommend them to anyone seeking immigration assistance.
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Nicole Ciriani 2 weeks ago
Quiero reconoces a Maria Isabel, desde el inicio siempre fue super amable y me resolvió todas mis dudas. La empatia se sintio a través del telefono. La recomiendo 100%
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Victoria Dubuc
Victoria Dubuc 2 weeks ago
I would like to thank Saman and her team for supporting me throughout my immigration journey. Despite what was a long and stressful process, I always felt reassured and in good hands knowing I had such a dedicated legal team representing me.

They were communicative, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire process. Laura, my paralegal, was always on top of my case and incredibly diligent. She would even call me often to make sure I didn’t have any questions or concerns, always with such a positive and caring attitude.

They are the best!
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Juliet Amoke 2 weeks ago
I am very grateful to USILC for their professionalism, guidance, and support throughout my change of status from B1/B2 to F1 student status. The process can be stressful and overwhelming, but the team at USILC made me feel confident and supported every step of the way.

I would especially like to appreciate Attorney Oni, who worked closely with me throughout my case. She was very knowledgeable, patient, responsive, and always willing to explain things clearly whenever I had questions or concerns. Her attention to detail and dedication gave me peace of mind throughout the entire process.

I am happy to share that my case was successfully approved, and I truly appreciate the hard work and commitment that went into my case. I highly recommend USILC and Attorney Oni to anyone looking for professional and reliable immigration legal assistance.

Thank you, USILC and Attorney Oni, for your excellent service and for helping me achieve this important step toward my educational goals!
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Leigh-ann Macaskill 3 weeks ago
Maria was attentive and very pleasant to talk to
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Mania MouSavi 4 weeks ago
Amazing law firm! They’re always quick to respond and never leave my questions unanswered. I really appreciate how helpful and attentive they are.
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BELLA S 4 weeks ago
Outstanding Service and Guidance!
​We are so grateful to US Immigration Law Counsel for helping my husband successfully obtain his green card! A special thank you to Aimee Salazar—thank you for all your patience with us and for all of your hard work throughout the entire process. You truly are the best!
​If you are looking for a legal team that is dedicated, patient, and truly cares about their clients, we highly recommend them!

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Ana Savic
Ana Savic 3 days ago
We are extremely grateful to the entire team of experts who guided us through immigration process.

A very special thank you to Ms. Troconis, Ms. Ferreira, Ms. Marisol, and Mr.Jesus for their professionalism, patience, and dedication. They were always there to answer questions, explain each step of the process, and make sure everything was properly prepared.We truly appreciate the time, effort, and attention everyone put into our case.

Thank you to the entire team for guiding us through this important journey and helping us reach such a meaningful milestone in our life. We would highly recommend this team of professionals to anyone looking for reliable, and compassionate immigration assistance.
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Abdul Wasiu Mamudu
Abdul Wasiu Mamudu 2 weeks ago
I highly recommend U.S. Immigration Law Counsel for anyone needing help with a marriage-based green card application. My experience with the firm was exceptional from start to finish and their team made a process that can feel stressful and overwhelming much more organized and manageable.

Attorney Natalia did an excellent job preparing my spouse and me for our interview. She took the time to make sure we understood what to expect, helped us feel confident and was present with us at the interview. Having her there gave us a great deal of comfort and reassurance because we felt well prepared and supported throughout the process.

Arantxa and Sol were also outstanding in helping us gather, organize, and submit all the required documents. They were thorough, professional and attentive to detail. They made sure we did not overlook any important paperwork and kept everything organized from beginning to end.

Overall, we were extremely happy with the service, communication and support we received from the firm. The entire team was knowledgeable, caring and professional. We truly appreciate everything they did for us and would confidently recommend them to anyone seeking immigration assistance.
Review from Google
Nicole Ciriani
Nicole Ciriani 2 weeks ago
Quiero reconoces a Maria Isabel, desde el inicio siempre fue super amable y me resolvió todas mis dudas. La empatia se sintio a través del telefono. La recomiendo 100%
Review from Google
Victoria Dubuc
Victoria Dubuc 2 weeks ago
I would like to thank Saman and her team for supporting me throughout my immigration journey. Despite what was a long and stressful process, I always felt reassured and in good hands knowing I had such a dedicated legal team representing me.

They were communicative, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire process. Laura, my paralegal, was always on top of my case and incredibly diligent. She would even call me often to make sure I didn’t have any questions or concerns, always with such a positive and caring attitude.

They are the best!
Review from Google
Juliet Amoke
Juliet Amoke 2 weeks ago
I am very grateful to USILC for their professionalism, guidance, and support throughout my change of status from B1/B2 to F1 student status. The process can be stressful and overwhelming, but the team at USILC made me feel confident and supported every step of the way.

I would especially like to appreciate Attorney Oni, who worked closely with me throughout my case. She was very knowledgeable, patient, responsive, and always willing to explain things clearly whenever I had questions or concerns. Her attention to detail and dedication gave me peace of mind throughout the entire process.

I am happy to share that my case was successfully approved, and I truly appreciate the hard work and commitment that went into my case. I highly recommend USILC and Attorney Oni to anyone looking for professional and reliable immigration legal assistance.

Thank you, USILC and Attorney Oni, for your excellent service and for helping me achieve this important step toward my educational goals!
Review from Google
Leigh-ann Macaskill
Leigh-ann Macaskill 3 weeks ago
Maria was attentive and very pleasant to talk to
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Mania MouSavi
Mania MouSavi 4 weeks ago
Amazing law firm! They’re always quick to respond and never leave my questions unanswered. I really appreciate how helpful and attentive they are.
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BELLA S
BELLA S 4 weeks ago
Outstanding Service and Guidance!
​We are so grateful to US Immigration Law Counsel for helping my husband successfully obtain his green card! A special thank you to Aimee Salazar—thank you for all your patience with us and for all of your hard work throughout the entire process. You truly are the best!
​If you are looking for a legal team that is dedicated, patient, and truly cares about their clients, we highly recommend them!
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