Are CPT school safe?

Strongly discouraged if will just start your studies.

What is the total cost for applying EAD for H4? And how much time to take for approval?

You can find both pieces of information by taking the time to search on the USCIS website.

DIVERSITY VISA QUESTIONS Q1. Can my spouse also answer YES to this question "is your spouse immigrating with you"?

The answer to the first question is dependent on facts not available here. If you, however, answer "yes" to the second question, then you can...

What is the impact on a still-in-process H4 filing if decided to transfer H1B to a new employer?

No correlation/relevance = no impact.

I couldn't agree more with the first answer.

I got laid off due to COVID-19 and I am on H1B w/ Approved I140. What are my options if I do not get a job within the 60 days ?

Can try the F-2 option and see what comes out of that one. Will enable you to legally remain while COS to F-2 is pending.

Selected as the best answer

Will I be under the old public charge rule?

Yes and very much so. The public charge ground of inadmissibility never really left us.

Yes, such is your right. Make sure to document in detail on a signed agreement.

Hard to tell - your lawyer really needs to stay on top of this and pressure the consulate.

Confer with an experienced attorney in a confidential setting, Cannot hope to receive the advice you need on a public forum.