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| HAITI |
TPS for Haitians living in the United States:
Haiti general Facts:
At present:
The massive earthquake of Jan. 12, 2010 has left the country devastated and ender life support
provided by the world first responders.
Disclaimer: *Listing of the above legal services or specific areas of practice does not constitute
or imply a representation of certification of specialization unless otherwise noted.
This website is an advertisement and all information contained within is for general use only.
Nothing presented should be construed as legal advice. No person should rely upon or apply
the contents of this website for any specific situation. Copying, distributing, disseminating, or
any other action constituting reliance upon or application of any part of this website is
prohibited.
- Are you a national of Haiti and were continuously residing in the United States as of
January 12, 2010 and you have been continuously physically present? If yes, please
call us now to establish an appointment to see an attorney for consultation.
Haiti general Facts:
- Language(s): Haitian Creole and French
- Location: Haiti is geographically located in the Caribbean, southeast of Cuba, and
occupying the same island as the Dominican Republic. - Brief History:
- Haiti was originally inhabited by the Taino Amerindians
- Discovered by Columbus in 1492
- In 1697, Spain ceded what is now Haiti to the French
- The French colony became known for two industries: forestry and sugar
- The French colony relied upon a heavy importation of African Slaves
- The slaves led a successful revolt and in 1804 became the first black republic to
declare independence.
- Population: + 9,000,000
- Literacy: less than 53%
- Government: Republic
At present:
The massive earthquake of Jan. 12, 2010 has left the country devastated and ender life support
provided by the world first responders.
Disclaimer: *Listing of the above legal services or specific areas of practice does not constitute
or imply a representation of certification of specialization unless otherwise noted.
This website is an advertisement and all information contained within is for general use only.
Nothing presented should be construed as legal advice. No person should rely upon or apply
the contents of this website for any specific situation. Copying, distributing, disseminating, or
any other action constituting reliance upon or application of any part of this website is
prohibited.