# Lum Law Group

Helping the Greater Los Angeles and Las Vegas Asian-American community since 1965

- Site: https://www.lumlawgroup.com/

## USCIS Request for Evidence (RFE): What Should You Do First?

- Link: https://www.lumlawgroup.com/uscis-rfe-response-immigration-lawyer/
- Published: 2026-10-08T08:41:32-07:00
- Author: Albert J Lum

An RFE is not automatically a denial, but it is a serious signal that USCIS needs more information before deciding the case. The quality and timing of your response matter.

## California AB5 Independent Contractor Rules: Is Your Freelancer Really a Contractor?

- Link: https://www.lumlawgroup.com/california-ab5-independent-contractor-rules/
- Published: 2026-10-07T10:37:34-07:00
- Author: Albert J Lum

A signed contractor agreement and a 1099 do not by themselves make someone an independent contractor in California. The actual working relationship matters

## Form I-485 Adjustment of Status Checklist: What Should You Check Before Filing?

- Link: https://www.lumlawgroup.com/form-i-485-adjustment-of-status-checklist/
- Published: 2026-10-06T17:24:35-07:00
- Author: Albert J Lum

The strongest I-485 filing is not just a large stack of documents. It is a package where every document supports the applicant’s eligibility and the forms tell the same story.