What are the possibilities of me fixing my husbands papers. We are a gay couple married here in california.

It is possible once you both are ready to apply and can prove a boba fide marriage. Being gay is not an issue any more.

I had some mental illnesses in the past and now want to show a doctor's letter that shows I'm ok now and can apply for visa,

you just need and go see a doctor who knows what to write after your examination and tests.

Employer Retained money 5000 USD for breaking 12 month agreement. Is this valid in USA for an foreign employee who is on H1B ?

usually it is not legal for them to do that but in your case you agreed to pay for liquidated damages if you leave the employer, hence the pay cut....

Travel to Canada by car vs. air

yes, but in most cases at the airport if Canadians check your background, and see the record they will not admit you in and return you back.

Keeping two petitions from two different employers, is this considered as duplicate filing of H1B ?

No they are two separate filings and not duplicate since there exists two job offers, by two employers.

H1B (re) application within 6 years

yes in a sense that s right but only if the initial H was issued within the last 6 years, as they are valid for a maximum of 6 years only. so if...

H1-b start date can not be any sooner than October 1, 2015, but it can be for a later date.

I-824 follow to join

5-6 months is about the average time at either service centers.

Does filing a FOIA help expedite case handling/processing for DACA application?

FOIA is to request copies of documents in your file and has nothing to do with DACA, unless you had a big A file before applying for DACA, which...

What are the benefits of hiring a lawyer after I have submitted my asylum application?

unfortunately you realized that a bit late, but still an attorney can help you with the follow up on your application and prepare you for your...