British Columbia residents who are planning to go to the United States for employment or other reasons may be confused about the requirements for legal entrance and the length of time they will be allowed to stay. With frequent changes to U.S. immigration regulations,...
Month: October 2017
Cross-border personal injury claims can be difficult to navigate
During the month of October, stakeholders in road safety in British Columbia are running the "Be Truck Aware" campaign. While their focus may be on local drivers, the reality is that many visitors from south of the border are exposed to similar hazards while they...
U.S. immigration requirements for crossing the border by car
Before recent changes, the U.S. legal requirements for individuals travelling from British Columbia or other Canadian provinces or territories into the United States were no more than a birth certificate and a driver's license. Now, these U.S. immigration laws have...
Winter driving and the threat of cross-border personal injury
Following the harsh 2016-2017 winter, authorities warned drivers in British Columbia of the dangers they will face when travelling this winter. However, visitors from south of the border may not be prepared for the potential hazards and the special rules related to...
U.S. immigration: What happens to a green card holder in divorce?
When a marriage between a green card holder from British Columbia and a U.S. citizen ends the consequences can be significant. U.S. immigration has several measures in place to prevent sham marriages entered into purely for the purpose of obtaining green cards. Even...