Individuals with permanent resident status in Canada should become familiar with citizenship requirements before making such an application. It is usually best to seek professional advice before applying for citizenship. This is because there are particular...
What are the rights and responsibilities of a U.S. citizen?
Your preparation to become a U.S. citizen can make a difference in whether or not you receive citizenship. Knowing the rights and responsibilities that will apply to you after citizenship can help you identify where to focus your study. Being a U.S. citizen can fill...
What are the differences between the EB-5 and E-2 investor visas?
A business investment can be one of the most reliable ways for an international entrepreneur to secure a U.S. visa. While there are a number of options, people frequently have questions about two paths: the EB-5 Immigrant Investor Program and the E-2 Treaty Investor...
How does fatigued driving affect traffic safety?
Fatigued drivers risk their own lives, the lives of other road users and even pedestrians. Lives are lost or severely affected by drivers in British Columbia who might not even realize that they are impaired by fatigue. Sufficient sleep is the primary way to prevent...
Car accidents can cause long-term mental health issues
Many car accident victims are grateful to come out alive, only to battle with life-altering mental health issues. Some have to deal with anxiety and flashbacks whenever they drive or travel as passengers on busy roads. Others have insomnia that affects their personal...
Even frequent travellers can be denied entry into Canada
Crossing the border from the United States into Canada by car is serious business. Denial of entry upon arriving at the border post can be devastating. It is crucial to take the time to ensure compliance with all the do's and don'ts of Canadian immigration laws, as...
Does Canadian immigration check your social media?
As social media has become increasingly popular in recent years, so has its uses in legal contexts. An insurance company or ex-spouse may try to use an individual’s social media posts as evidence against them in personal injury cases or divorce proceedings. In Canada,...
Crossing the US-Canada border with your dog
For many people in Canada and the United States, their dogs are like members of their families. However, it can become quite a challenge when dog owners want to travel across borders with their canine companions by their sides. For those travelling in either direction...
Seemingly minor crash injuries can cause long-lasting problems
Even if there are no broken bones and open wounds, car accidents can cause long-lasting pain and suffering. However, British Columbia residents are eligible for specific treatments at minimal or no cost if they seek treatment in a timely manner. There is a deadline of...
Eligibility for a work transfer from British Columbia to the U.S.
There are occasions when an employee working in the Vancouver office of an American company is offered a promotion that involves a transfer to the company’s head office in a U.S. city. That typically prompts questions about visa requirements and eligibility. The L-1...