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A harsh flash illuminates the physical evidence of a workplace crime, exposing the vulnerability of undocumented immigrants.Austin Today
An Austin, Texas immigration law firm is informing undocumented immigrants who have been victims of workplace crimes about potential immigration options that may be available to them, such as crime-victim visas or T visas for victims of human trafficking.
Why it matters
Many undocumented immigrants may be hesitant to report workplace crimes due to fears about their immigration status, leaving them vulnerable to exploitation. This guidance aims to provide a path for victims to come forward and access legal protections.
The details
Lincoln-Goldfinch Law, an immigration firm in Austin, is advising that some immigrants who were victims of crimes like wage theft, assault, or human trafficking at their workplaces may qualify for special visas that could allow them to remain in the country legally. Attorney Kate outlines that T visas for victims of human trafficking or U visas for victims of certain crimes are two potential options that could help protect undocumented immigrants who come forward.
The law firm provided this guidance in April 2026.
The players
Lincoln-Goldfinch Law
An immigration law firm based in Austin, Texas.
Kate
An immigration attorney at Lincoln-Goldfinch Law who specializes in advising undocumented immigrants who have been victims of workplace crimes.
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What they’re saying
“Some immigrants who were victims of crimes like wage theft, assault, or human trafficking at their workplaces may qualify for special visas that could allow them to remain in the country legally.”
— Kate, Immigration Attorney, Lincoln-Goldfinch Law
The takeaway
This guidance aims to empower undocumented immigrants who have been victimized at work to come forward and access legal protections, rather than remaining silent out of fear about their immigration status.