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Month: February 2021


Cannabis might be legal but driving is dangerous after using it

Feb 16, 2021 | Cross-border Personal Injury

Cannabis became legal for recreational use in British Columbia in Oct. 2019. However, that does not change the fact that it is a drug that compromises a user’s ability to drive safely. The best way to avoid personal injury to oneself and others is to have a designated driver or call a taxi or other … Continue reading “Cannabis might be legal but driving is dangerous after using it”

Some car accident injuries cause long-term health problems

Feb 12, 2021 | U.S. Immigration

Reportedly, over 60,000 car accidents occur in Metro Vancouver each year. While some of them cause minor or no injuries, others leave victims with life-changing or even debilitating injuries. If an accident occurs south of the border, pursuing damage recovery might be challenging. The body’s natural release of adrenaline, paired with the shock of a … Continue reading “Some car accident injuries cause long-term health problems”

Do cross-border drivers face a greater risk for vehicle collisions?

Feb 11, 2021 | Cross-border Personal Injury

The crisscrossing roadways between Vancouver and Seattle make it simple for individuals to dine, work or find entertainment across international borders. Unfortunately, a motor vehicle accident across the border can add numerous layers of complexity to an already challenging legal process. While it might be difficult to extrapolate the data to represent drivers in a … Continue reading “Do cross-border drivers face a greater risk for vehicle collisions?”

Travel loophole between Canada and U.S. might be closed soon

Feb 2, 2021 | U.S. Immigration

Canadians have travelled by air to the United States without the restrictions imposed on land border posts. The Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness said the United States failed to place restrictions on incoming international flights. They allowed anyone in – from families making nonessential cross-border visits to snowbirds making their annual trips to … Continue reading “Travel loophole between Canada and U.S. might be closed soon”