It should still work if it the check is written to USCIS. In case there is any problem with the check or anything else that would prevent USCIS...

Is there any way I can apply for my nephew directly?

Unfortunately there is no way for you to petition for your nephew directly. You are correct that you would have to sponsor your brother, who could...

H1B transfer query outside USA after a year?

Unless any employer has initiated a green card process for you which is at a certain point in processing, you can only get the remaining 20 months...

Can I change status from L2 to H1

Assuming your previous H-1B approval had been counted against the cap (ie not with a cap-exempt employer), you would be able to have another...

What is happening with Visa Bulletin for India?

The chart that you would reference is Chart A, ie "Application Final Action Dates" -- this reflects the cut-off dates for when visas can actually...

Hi my Amendment/H1B extension got RFE and my submitted documents are received by USCIS. how long will it take to get a decision.

Under regular processing, usually there is an update within 60 days, but it could take longer. Under Premium Processing, you should normally expect...

Does interim ead exist?

In the case of an OPT extension, you would be work-authorized for a certain period after a timely filed EAD extension, but otherwise generally no.

Does the affidavits as a proof for our "bona fide" marriage should be notarized?

You don't need to provide a notarized affidavit. You could provide a sworn or affirmed statement, ie beginning with something like "I affirm the...

Can my fiancée travel out of the US & return when in process of a marriage-based green card?

Assuming you are a US citizen and your fiancee is not subject to the 2-year foreign residency requirement (sounds like probably not), either option...

Is it legal to stay in the US on my H4 status or should I convert to a b1 visa to stay a fortnight longer in the US?

You can only legally maintain your H4 status if your husband legally maintains his H-1B status; it sounds like he is terminating his employment and...