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U.S. immigration: Green card, visa — which do you need?

Oct 30, 2017 | U.S. Immigration

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, it could be quite a challenge to navigate the necessary processes … Continue reading “U.S. immigration: Green card, visa — which do you need?”

Cross-border personal injury claims can be difficult to navigate

Oct 25, 2017 | Cross-border Personal Injury

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 travel on Canada’s roads. If they are involved in accidents … Continue reading “Cross-border personal injury claims can be difficult to navigate”

U.S. immigration requirements for crossing the border by car

Oct 17, 2017 | U.S. Immigration

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 changed, and different documentation is required. Any person crossing the border into the United States … Continue reading “U.S. immigration requirements for crossing the border by car”

Winter driving and the threat of cross-border personal injury

Oct 10, 2017 | 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 winter driving in the province. It is not only American tourists who may … Continue reading “Winter driving and the threat of cross-border personal injury”

U.S. immigration: What happens to a green card holder in divorce?

Oct 4, 2017 | U.S. Immigration

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 though state law governs U.S. marriages, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement essentially … Continue reading “U.S. immigration: What happens to a green card holder in divorce?”

When your cross-border personal injury takes a turn for the worse

Sep 28, 2017 | Cross-border Personal Injury

Vehicle accidents are generally traumatic experiences, and this could be even worse if you happen to be involved in a crash while on a visit from British Columbia to Washington State. The fact that this happened across the border could complicate matters considerably. Not only will two jurisdictions be involved, but you may have to … Continue reading “When your cross-border personal injury takes a turn for the worse”

To pay or not to pay? Subrogation liens arising out of a BC MVA

Sep 27, 2017 | Canadian Immigration Law

The next time you assist an American citizen involved in a motor vehicle accident that occurred in British Columbia, you should note that PIP liens are not recoverable in British Columbia. Say you manage to settle a client’s BC mva claim for $25,000 all inclusive, with a subrogation lien of $5,000 by your client’s PIP … Continue reading “To pay or not to pay? Subrogation liens arising out of a BC MVA”

Cross-border personal injury and death in head-on crash

Sep 27, 2017 | Cross-border Personal Injury

When injuries are suffered, and lives are lost in car accidents that are caused by the negligence of other parties, personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits often follow. These are typically challenging times which can be made even harder if it involves cross-border personal injury. When residents of British Columbia or another Canadian province are … Continue reading “Cross-border personal injury and death in head-on crash”

Congress Moves on Long-Awaited Border Pre-Clearance Bill

Sep 27, 2017 | Canadian Immigration Law

For anybody who has flown out of Vancouver International Airport or from a handful of other major Canadian airports, U.S. border pre-clearance is likely something they are at least somewhat familiar with. Border pre-clearance allows U.S. customs officials to screen travellers heading to the U.S. while still in Canada. Now, following the passage of an … Continue reading “Congress Moves on Long-Awaited Border Pre-Clearance Bill”

U.S. immigration: Rules for minors travelling from Canada to U.S.

Sep 20, 2017 | U.S. Immigration

In an effort to prevent runaways and abductions in British Columbia and other provinces, there are strict laws at both the U.S. and Canada border posts. U.S. immigration officials will require certain documents to prove that minors are travelling across the border with the consent of parents or guardians. This applies to unaccompanied minors that … Continue reading “U.S. immigration: Rules for minors travelling from Canada to U.S.”