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Work options when focus shifts to Canada

May 10, 2021 | Canadian Immigration Law

A significant number of foreign nationals are shifting their focus to British Columbia and other provinces in Canada due to the limited employment opportunities south of the border. Holders of H-1B visas in the United States may choose one of the work authorization options offered under Canadian immigration laws.  Global talent stream Foreign IT workers who would … Continue reading “Work options when focus shifts to Canada”

Certain prescription medicines increase crash risks

May 6, 2021 | Cross-border Personal Injury

A study conducted by the University of British Columbia underscored the dangers posed by drivers who use certain prescription medications. Although these drivers risk their own lives, their passengers and other road users face the same risks. The researchers determined that certain medicines increase crash risks by anywhere from 24% to 35%.  Medications included in … Continue reading “Certain prescription medicines increase crash risks”

Distracted driving causes many accidents and injuries

Apr 29, 2021 | Injuries

Distracted driving has become one of the primary causes of car accidents in Vancouver and other cities in Canada. Anytime a driver’s eyes are taken off the road, hands are taken off the steering wheel, or one’s focus is taken off driving, the risk of crashing multiplies significantly. When British Columbia residents on shopping or other trips … Continue reading “Distracted driving causes many accidents and injuries”

Crossing the border from the U.S. to Canada in a rental vehicle

Apr 15, 2021 | Canadian Immigration Law

Visitors who drive from the United States to Vancouver or elsewhere in British Columbia can avoid delays at the border by proper planning. Making the trip in a rental vehicle is a bit more complicated than when the driver owns the car. However, a border crossing could be hassle-free if the essential requirements are understood and anticipated.  Before heading … Continue reading “Crossing the border from the U.S. to Canada in a rental vehicle”

Debunked myth: Safety features in vehicle protect drunk drivers

Apr 9, 2021 | Cross-border Personal Injury

Some people believe the myth that modern cars have so many safety features that they can enjoy a few additional alcoholic beverages and still be safe. Of course, this is false, and regardless of how many safety features their vehicles have, impaired driving will always put drivers at exceptionally high crash risks. When Vancouver residents … Continue reading “Debunked myth: Safety features in vehicle protect drunk drivers”

Enforcement policy to control cannabis taken across the border

Apr 9, 2021 | Canadian Immigration Law

Although the use of cannabis was legalized in Canada in October of 2018, it remains illegal for people from British Columbia and other provinces to take it across the border into the United States. However, exemptions exist for those Canadians who have valid permits for carrying cannabis across the Canada-U.S.border. As part of the enforcement of … Continue reading “Enforcement policy to control cannabis taken across the border”

Global Skills Strategy allows short-term work without permit

Mar 26, 2021 | Immigration

British Columbia and the rest of Canada allows immigrants from other countries to take on short-term employment without the need for a work permit. This is possible under the Global Skills Strategy, known as GSS. The program has two categories by which people could qualify to work in Canada without work permits, namely researchers and highly skilled … Continue reading “Global Skills Strategy allows short-term work without permit”

Car accidents can cause personal injury when least expected

Mar 24, 2021 | Cross-border Personal Injury

Although travel to destinations south of the border remains restricted, exceptions exist. Anyone travelling from Vancouver to Seattle and surrounding areas will be at risk of crossing paths with errant drivers. When that happens south of the border, recovery of personal injury damages could get complicated.  The following example could easily involve British Columbia residents At approximately 11 a.m. on a … Continue reading “Car accidents can cause personal injury when least expected”

Speeding drivers risk lives of others to save a few minutes

Mar 19, 2021 | Injuries

Most speeding drivers in British Columbia and across Canada do so because they think travelling at high speeds saves time. That is a misconception because the time saved is typically insubstantial. In reality, they not only risk the lives of others, but they also risk landing in the hospital rather than arriving at their destinations. … Continue reading “Speeding drivers risk lives of others to save a few minutes”

Motorcycles linked to at least 10% of road fatalities

Mar 18, 2021 | Injuries

Motorcycles make up less than 3% of insured vehicles in British Columbia. However, at least 10% of the lives lost in road accidents in the province each year involve accidents with motorcycles. This does not necessarily mean motorcyclists are negligent because motorists are often the responsible parties in bike vs. car accidents. Reasons for the high number of motorcycle … Continue reading “Motorcycles linked to at least 10% of road fatalities”