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Month: April 2022


Does Canadian immigration check your social media?

Apr 28, 2022 | Canadian Immigration Law, Immigration

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, immigration services have also begun to follow suit. What does Canadian … Continue reading “Does Canadian immigration check your social media?”

Seemingly minor crash injuries can cause long-lasting problems

Apr 18, 2022 | Cross-border Personal Injury

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 12 weeks for counselling services and treatments like physiotherapy, massage, … Continue reading “Seemingly minor crash injuries can cause long-lasting problems”

Eligibility for a work transfer from British Columbia to the U.S.

Apr 13, 2022 | U.S. Immigration

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 visa for Canadians would be the appropriate choice. However, there are requirements … Continue reading “Eligibility for a work transfer from British Columbia to the U.S.”

Complacent drivers can cause devastating crashes in B.C. spring

Apr 11, 2022 | Cross-border Personal Injury

Vancouver’s spring officially started on March 20. However, April is still cool and wet, and it can still at the higher elevations in British Columbia. This means the driving conditions can vary from hour to hour. Drivers must anticipate all possibilities because sudden cold spells could result in the water from spring rains freezing in … Continue reading “Complacent drivers can cause devastating crashes in B.C. spring”