Can H1B holder take a break for maternity for an year and continue on the same

Yes, it is possible to convert to Hr and take a break for 1 year then return to the H1B . contact your company attorney to advise how to do so.

I was robed at gun point almost a year ago, would I qualify for Visa U?

since you were robbed at gun point you may qualify for a U visa.

H1B master OPT...

With or without a Master you may transfer H1B employment. Depending on the field of study the US masters may help with finding an employer for...

What happens to his family's benefits if he were to sponsor the family, and what solutions let him retain his benefits?

Your brother will not lose benefits for their child by sponsoring his brother. You may also be a co-sponsor for the I-864. You may retain an...

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When my f-2 child should file a change of status to F-1 while my OPT request is pending.?

OPT is still F-1 status. An approved F-1 OPT / EAD is maintaining F1 status and F2 status for your dependent. So the F2 to F1 COS should have no...

For Consular Processing, Can I use the approved I-140 petition when priority date becomes current?

Your approved I-140 employer will need to confirm they continue to sponsor you for employment or you will need a new PERM / I-140 approved, by a...

Is it legal for me to also get a freelance job from another company while maintain my full-time one with my sponsor company ?

While on F-1 OPT you may freelance with another company. You should update your I-20 with that employment.

Starting a Firm in OPT

It will be legal to do all those actions. You should consult with a business immigration attorney for specific means. Mr. Smith is an attorney...

Find an employer to sponsor your brother on a TN in the medical field.

Can I register a company in US while on another company's H1B?

It is illegal for you to have side projects without employment authorization. You might have additional H1B employment authorized by another...