Every year, hundreds of thousands of foreign skilled workers go to Canada to work temporarily. American citizens can often fast-track their applications, making their dream of moving to Canada a reality that is achieved much sooner than it is for others.
Today, many people live their lives on their cellphones. They have lists of friends, social media exchanges, work emails, and recreational apps installed on their device, which they take everywhere with them.
Because cellphones are so important today, it is important to understand your rights related to your cellphone and whether law enforcement has the authority to search it if you are stopped or arrested.
Travelling from the United States to Canada, whether you’re a citizen of the U.S. or Canada, might not be effortless. As you reach the border, you might find yourself being directed for a secondary inspection at the final security checkpoint. When you find yourself stalled at the border crossing between these relatively friendly countries, several reasons might be the cause of your delay. It is critical you prepare for border crossing before reaching this point. Regardless of your citizenship status, the border officers have the right to stop anyone they deem a threat for entry. You might not have ill intentions, but incomplete or incorrect paperwork and bringing unauthorized items results in time delays, hassles, and possible detainment.
Traveling to Canada, whether from the United States or another country, is an exciting adventure. Canada has plentiful sights, culture, and history. It is also a major business hub for professionals from around the globe.
When visiting the country, it is important to understand the legal logistics and be prepared for any border and customs hurdles you might face. From the length of your stay to Visa requirements, these 7 items are critical to understand before booking your flight.
If you are facing an investigation from Child Protective Services (CPS) through the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS) you may not know where to turn. From being accused of wrongdoing to having to initiate an investigation against someone who abused one of your children, the process can seem overwhelming. You may feel lost and may not know what to expect as the investigation progresses.
Anyone planning to work in the United States who is a citizen of a foreign country must apply for a Work Visa or Permit before he/she is allowed to enter and work in the U.S.A. There are many different types of visas and permits, but here are some of the more common visas:
One type of Temporary Work Visa issued through the Immigration and Nationality Act is the H-1B. It allows individuals to be employed in specialty occupations for a set period of time. Before the application process begins an individual must have been offered a position by an employer.
In addition, if someone is considering applying for a H-1B visa there are certain requirements that must be met by his or her employer in order for the individual to be eligible to file. An employer-employee relationship must be established by the employer who is petitioning on someone’s behalf.
If you have certain criminal convictions including a DUI on your record, you may need to apply for a Temporary Resident Permit (TRP) in order to enter Canada. You need to plan well in advance of your trip in order to make sure you gain admittance into the county. In addition, a new application will need to be completed before each trip into the country. Submitting an application can be complicated, so it is helpful to have experienced legal counsel to help you throughout the process.
Under Michigan law you still have a right to parenting time even if you are late on child support payments. Do not allow your child’s other parent to threaten you regarding parenting time because you have not paid your child support. Our team at Basiga Law wants to be your Parenting Time Attorneys working to protect your rights to see your child.
Being pulled over for drunk driving in Michigan can have severe consequences. If you have been pulled over for impaired driving it is essential to call legal representation right away. Having a drunk driving charge on your record can impact your family, your job and your insurance rates. In addition, once you receive a third conviction for a DUI you could be charged with a felony.
The team at Basiga Law Firm wants to be your Drunk Driving Attorneys helping you mount the best defense in your case.
