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mostlysignssomeportents · 3 months ago

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Academic economists get big payouts when they help monopolists beat antitrust

After 40 years of rampant corporate crime, there's a new sheriff in town: Jonathan Kanter was appointed by Biden to run the DOJ Antitrust Divisoon, and he's overseen 170 "significant antitrust actions" in the past 2.5 years, culminating in a court case where Google was ruled to be an illegal monopolist:

https://pluralistic.net/2024/08/07/revealed-preferences/#extinguish-v-improve

Kanter's work is both extraordinary and par for the course. As Kanter said in a recent keynote for the Fordham Law Competition Law Institute’s 51st Annual Conference on International Antitrust Law and Policy, we're witnessing an epochal, global resurgence of antitrust:

https://www.justice.gov/opa/speech/assistant-attorney-general-jonathan-kanter-delivers-remarks-fordham-competition-law-0

Kanter's incredible enforcement track record isn't just part of a national trend – his colleagues in the FTC, CFPB and other agencies have also been pursuing an antitrust agenda not seen in generations – but also a worldwide trend. Antitrust enforcers in Canada, the UK, the EU, South Korea, Australia, Japan and even China are all taking aim at smashing corporate monopolies. Not only are they racking up impressive victories against these giant corporations, they're stealing the companies' swagger. After all, the point of enforcement isn't just to punish wrongdoing, but also to deter wrongdoing by others.

Until recently, companies hurled themselves into illegal schemes (mergers, predatory pricing, tying, refusals to deal, etc) without fear or hesitation. Now, many of these habitual offenders are breaking the habit, giving up before they've even tried. Take Wiz, a startup that turned down Google's record-shattering $23b buyout offer, understanding that the attempt would draw more antitrust scrutiny than it was worth:

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/wiz-turns-down-23-billion-022926296.html

As welcome as this antitrust renaissance is, it prompts an important question: why didn't we enforce antitrust law for the 40 years between Reagan and Biden?

That's what Kanter addresses the majority of his remarks to. The short answer is: crooked academic economists took bribes from monopolists and would-be monopolists to falsify their research on the impacts of monopolists, and made millions (literally – one guy made over $100m at this) testifying that monopolies were good and efficient.

After all, governments aren't just there to enforce rules – they have to make the rules first, and do to that, they need to understand how the world works, so they can understand how to fix the places where it's broken. That's where experts come in, filling regulators' dockets and juries' ears with truthful, factual testimony about their research. Experts can still be wrong, of course, but when the system works well, they're only wrong by accident.

The system doesn't work well. Back in the 1950s, the tobacco industry was threatened by the growing scientific consensus that smoking caused cancer. Industry scientists confirmed this finding. In response, the industry paid statisticians, doctors and scientists to produce deceptive research reports and testimony about the tobacco/cancer link.

The point of this work wasn't necessarily to convince people that tobacco was safe – rather, it was to create the sense that the safety of tobacco was a fundamentally unanswerable question. "Experts disagree," and you're not qualified to figure out who's right and who's wrong, so just stop trying to figure it out and light up.

In other words, Big Tobacco's cancer denial playbook wasn't so much an attack on "the truth" as it was an attack on epistemology – the system by which we figure out what is true and what isn't. The tactic was devastatingly effective. Not only did it allow the tobacco giants to kill millions of people with impunity, it allowed them to reap billions of dollars by doing so.

Since then, epistemology has been under sustained assault. By the 1970s, Big Oil knew that its products would render the Earth unfit for human habitation, and they hired the same companies that had abetted Big Tobacco's mass murder to provide cover for their own slow-motion, planetary scale killing spree.

Time and again, big business has used assaults on epistemology to provide cover for unthinkable crimes. This has given rise to today's epistemological crisis, in which we don't merely disagree about what is true, but (far more importantly) disagree about how the truth can be known:

https://pluralistic.net/2024/03/25/black-boxes/#when-you-know-you-know

Ask a conspiratorialist why they believe in Qanon or Hatians in Springfield eating pets, and you'll get an extremely vibes-based answer – fundamentally, they believe it because it feels true. As the old saying goes, you can't reason someone out of a belief they didn't reason their way into.

This assault on reason itself is at the core of Kanter's critique. He starts off by listing three cases in which academic economists allowed themselves to be corrupted by the monopolies they studied:

George Mason University tricked an international antitrust enforcer into attending a training seminar that they believed to be affiliated with the US government. It was actually sponsored by the very companies that enforcer was scrutnizing, and featured a parade of "experts" who asserted that these companies were great, actually.

An academic from GMU – which receives substantial tech industry funding – signed an amicus brief opposing an enforcement action against their funders. The academic also presented a defense of these funders to the OECD, all while posing as a neutral academic and not disclosing their funding sources.

An ex-GMU economist, Joshua Wright, submitted a study defending Qualcomm against the FTC, without disclosing that he'd been paid to do so. Wright has elevated undisclosed conflicts of interest to an art form:

https://www.wsj.com/us-news/law/google-lawyer-secret-weapon-joshua-wright-c98d5a31

Kanter is at pains to point out that these three examples aren't exceptional. The economics profession – whose core tenet is "incentive matter" – has made it standard practice for individual researchers and their academic institutions to take massive sums from giant corporations. Incredibly, they insist that this has nothing to do with their support of monopolies as "efficient."

Academic centers often serve as money-laundries for monopolist funders; researchers can evade disclosure requirements when they publish in journals or testify in court, saying only that they work for some esteemed university, without noting that the university is utterly dependent on money from the companies they're defending.

Now, Kanter is a lawyer, not an academic, and that means that his job is to advocate for positions, and he's at pains to say that he's got nothing but respect for ideological advocacy. What he's objecting to is partisan advocacy dressed up as impartial expertise.

For Kanter, mixing advocacy with expertise doesn't create expert advocacy – it obliterates expertise, as least when it comes to making good policy. This mixing has created a "crisis of expertise…a pervasive breakdown in the distinction between expertise and advocacy in competition policy."

The point of an independent academia, enshrined in the American Association of University Professors' charter, is to "advance knowledge by the unrestricted research and unfettered discussion of impartial investigators." We need an independent academy, because "to be of use to the legislator or the administrator, [an academic] must enjoy their complete confidence in the disinterestedness of [his or her] conclusions."

It's hard to overstate just how much money economists can make by defending monopolies. Writing for The American Prospect, Robert Kuttner gives the rate at $1,000/hour. Monopoly's top defenders make unimaginable sums, like U Chicago's Dennis Carlton, who's brought in over $100m in consulting fees:

https://prospect.org/economy/2024-09-24-economists-as-apologists/

The hidden cost of all of this is epistemological consensus. As Tim Harford writes in his 2021 book The Data Detective, the truth can be known through research and peer-review:

https://pluralistic.net/2021/01/04/how-to-truth/#harford

But when experts deliberately seek to undermine the idea of expertise, they cast laypeople into an epistemological void. We know these questions are important, but we can't trust our corrupted expert institutions. That leaves us with urgent questions – and no answers. That's a terrifying state to be in, and it makes you easy pickings for authoritarian grifters and conspiratorial swindlers.

Seen in this light, Kanter's antitrust work is even more important. In attacking corporate power itself, he is going after the machine that funds this nihilism-inducing corruption machine.

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If you'd like an essay-formatted version of this post to read or share, here's a link to it on pluralistic.net, my surveillance-free, ad-free, tracker-free blog:

https://pluralistic.net/2024/09/25/epistemological-chaos/#incentives-matter

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covid-safer-hotties · 5 days ago

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No worries if you genuinely have no idea about this, but do you think bird flu has the potential to become as bad as or worse than covid? So far, it seems to mainly only spread from animals to humans but I've heard that a lot more cases have been popping up recently so I'm nervous about it turning into a full blown human to human pandemic.

From what I've heard from working epidemiologists on Twitter, California is the only state that has been even partially proactive in testing and disease management. It's entirely likely many human to human cases are going untested and untraced because H5N1 has been in wild birds and some wild mammals from coast to coast since about last year (USDA has been tracking H5N1 wildlife spread since late 2022, starting in seabirds and seals if I remember correctly) and earlier this fall, there were multiple reports of poultry and diary workers with H5N1-type conjunctivitis who refused to quarantine or test and moved from state to state for work. That's not even mentioning the no known bird contact cases in Canada and several across the US. Even if there were some obvious cases of H5N1 presenting in hospitals, doctors by and large aren't testing for covid, flu, and RSV, and cases of RSV and Flu are rising right alongside Covid as we speak. Even if we weren't in yet another winter "tripledemic" ("quintdemic" if you count norovirus and whooping cough too), the Biden Administration has done it's damndest to defund some critical public health response apparatuses in order to cover up the persistent spread of covid. It's likely that by the time we confirm in a lab human to human spread, we will already have a full-blown epidemic on our hands, and then Trump will have the reins and his anti-public-health appointees will do their best to hamper the response because of the new amendment they'll pass giving Americans the right to raw milk. I'm being a little hyperbolic, but numerous epidemiologists and public health officials that I trust about covid have been growing more and more concerned with the lack of response to H5N1 among other illnesses. I don't think that H5N1 will be quite so bad as covid in terms of transmissibility and immune escape, and unlike covid we already have the tech and infrastructure to churn out flu vaccines, but I think the collective covid denial and demand to never have another Public health response ever again will make the impact more deadly in the start, especially because our hospitals are already at the brink of overwhelm before Covid has really kicked off for the winter. Sorry this was rambling but it's kind of flow of consciousness: there's a few years worth of reading and concern to sort through and I'm not sorting good right now.

This is my opinion as an aggregator of information and someone who's been watching the situation unfold for over two years now, not an expert. I'm not intending to frighten or spread misinformation, just saying right now is the time to invest in non-perishable foodstuffs, home necessities, masks, and maybe even goggles since spread via eyes is a concern with avian influenza. Be prepared, not sorry.

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I am from Germany and I am not the biggest fan of the USA but I have to admire their teamwork during their equal pay. Many media portray them as arrogant and most of them are not. For me the way they support the LGBT rights and many causes has been one of my top moments. They had many controversies but this is something that I would love to know from them as how they got all the players to co-operate on one single topic unlike spain team (i hate rfef but sometimes think if the result would have been different if every player supported that 15 players)

But football sometimes gives good news too like denmark football team refusing hike in their pay and supporting their women team to get equal pay unlike us men who don't have anything to show for themselves and wearing the four star shirt which happened due to us women

But at the end of the day it all comes down to federation and well it is same in almost all countries especially for women... Do you know any federation who is less corrupt or had less controversies... Mine is Sweden i think .. what about you??

there's so many complexities to the case of spain and why not everyone supported las 15 but i am not the expert @didalexiabreakupwitholgayet is and i would recommend reading their navigation post and their posts on the las 15 and the complications with real madrid. unfortunately, some people are selfish and what their chance to play with the national team and others fear what will happen to young players without senior supervision

i love what the uswnt has done in the past but i feel as though that spirit has left a lot of the team honestly how they advertise the four star shirt as men's makes me wanna scream the men haven't done shit. i more dislike america as a national rivalry and not as what they've done for women's football. i have always loved the underdog so seeing the downfall of such a big team (as long as it's not my own) is something i enjoy to watch. i LOVE watching the uswnt old matches under jill, it's the perfect example of possession based play in a 4-3-3, tactical perfection

what denmark men have done is so good, i think that there needs to be so much more equality in pay and conditions. jamaica is one example at the moment

honestly i think football is all just dirty and corrupt, we've seen fifa, they are a fucking mess. money corrupts, it's that simple. i think some are just less corrupt than others. i think doing a good job with investment right now: Scottish and English FAs (the English FA is currently spending money to try and keep Reading women alive, they could let them fail), Sweden has always been good, Canada especially with the establishment of a national league (i think we'll see a lot more young talent and i'm excited about that) and i think norway and germany were good in the past but they have gone downhill recently. the bundesliga and toppeserien have so much potential but so much under investment

#lucas asks #lucas analysis #uswnt

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agp · 1 year ago

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started flipping tables in my head again like those old rage comics cause cbc published another article on solidarity with palestinians that presents 'from the river to the sea' as a call for the ethnic cleansing of jewish people, but that 'its meaning and use is more complicated'. ill click the link on the part of the sentence that says 'experts told cbc' (its complicated) when i feel like flipping tables again but in the meantime lets try working with one instead of dropping the whole thing.

from the river to the sea palestine will be free from jews is an antisemitic position, one that is no different from the same calls for the ethnic cleansing of jewish people antisemites around the world call for in their own countries. a problem arises in that israel benefits from antisemitism in what it maintains as diasporas, antisemites and zionists have worked together for over a century to tie jewish people to this particular colony in palestine, and the notion of jewish people as necessarily foreigners wherever they may be maintains its legitimacy specifically through the exception that is israel.

to belong somewhere is too often not to belong elsewhere, and in the case of zionism, belonging is employed in a way that existentially ties the struggle against antisemitism, the ongoing genocidal process that targets jewish people, with zionism, the ongoing settler colonial process that targets palestinian land and produces a genocidal relationship between its settlers and indigenous people. for jewish people not to belong 'here' and not to 'belong nowhere', they must 'belong somewhere', and for them to 'truly belong' (the american way), they must put into question the belonging of everyone only to fall back on settler bourgeois property relations. that is why the right to return of palestinians is something zionists refuse to concede to, and fundamentally can not: because the unbelonging of palestinians from their land is a necessary function of israeli sovereignty, through the colonial establishment of bourgeois property rights.

the violence capital has wrought on the body of the earth has been given a special attribution to jewish people for a long time. so called socialists have historically tempted to solve the contradictions of capital by means of scapegoating jewish people. the violence committed in the name of israel is not uniquely jewish in character: it is colonial, imperialist, capitalist violence being committed by people who are jewish. even though israel is a product of global antisemitism and a pervasive cultivated desire in the west to expel jews, the israeli economy and its settler bourgeois property relations is its material raison d'etre, and this, again, is not uniquely jewish, it is simply another segment of the bourgeoisie being bourgeois. what one calls a national bourgeoisie

from the river to the sea palestine will be free. from apartheid. from genocide. from settler colonialism. from imperialism. from capitalism. but right now it is not. the sun will set on israel one day, just like canada and the us, just like the so called thousand year reich that only lasted a handful of years because of its imperialist colonial and genocidal relationship to its volk, lebensraum, and whoever and whatever was next door.

to fill the gap of 'what does freedom involve' with 'the ethnic cleansing of jewish people' shouldnt be considered more reasonable when the topic is israel and palestine. it should be rejected as an antisemitic position, and yet it is so often being presented not only as a reasonable conclusion but as the only way it could be. as common sense. of course freedom means kill the jews, and to question this is the real antisemitism. of course this is all the palestinians could ever mean by freedom

when mel gibson was screaming about freedom in that movie do you think it was about getting back to committing pogroms? that jewish presence was his characters real problem with the english? idk ive never seen it but why would it necessarily be the case with israel and palestine? there being a greater need to expel jews because there are a higher proportion of jews is just antisemitic reasoning. it being a colony that is so jewish it explicitly considers itself as such shouldnt be a reason for us to implicate every jewish person globally as a collective in punishment and further buy into and reproduce zionist propaganda.

to abolish israel would not only liberate palestinians, it would also liberate jewish people from zionist claims of an existential relationship to apartheid in palestine. to believe that without zionism jewish people could not culturally or biologically survive is to take the zionist claim regarding existentiality and colonialism to those degrees.

the liberation of palestine is historically inevitable. it will happen. this process necessarily involving the ethnic cleansing of jewish people is an antisemitic lie that serves a dual function: rejection of palestinian resistance based on essentialist claims of antisemitism and rejection of antisemitism based on essentialist claims of zionist interest. zionism puts the interests of jews and palestinians in conflict, and only a free palestine can allow for actual jewish safety there.

from the river to the sea palestine will be free from collective punishment. but right now it is not. palestinians are experiencing genocide at the hands of israel and its supporters. the end of apartheid is a historical necessity: it will eventually happen. you cannot stop it from collapsing, only delay it. israels days are numbered, just like canada and the us. every day without a ceasefire is another particular form of breath of existence for israel, and another set of breaths taken away from palestinians. ceasefire now.

#the term settler bourgeois is redundant imo like saying a rectangular square #but i dont think most ppl read bourgeois to necessarily imply settlement even when its the etymology of the word #ngl i was thinking of marc labreche flipping tables because im rewatching le coeur a ses raisons #specifically deleuzes notion of a table #or particular kind of table ppl consider unsavoury #a loosely organized stack of ideas

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highflysourcing · 5 months ago

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nokingsonlyfooles · 5 months ago

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Stupid Doctors. Stupid Eyes.

So, did two doctors in one day. Two separate issues, remarkably similar difficulty in communicating and getting healthcare. Part of it MUST be the autism, but that CAN'T be all.

Doctor #1 was following up on a previous phone appointment. I had asked for an in-person appointment to lay out my case, told him I had almost a clean sweep of hypothyroid symptoms, told him I need a doctor who can handle my thyroid and "female hormones" (no other polite way to say, Can you handle all my hormones or not, you are a hormone doctor) because they interact with each other and if I have to keep ping-ponging back and forth between two doctors to work on this, I will not get adequate care. He started to ask about what estrogen I'd been on before during that appointment, but he backed off and tried to get me to see another gynecologist when I mentioned Canada kept running out of the patches I'd been prescribed. I tried to reiterate that if I have to square my treatment up between two doctors, I may die, but he said I might prefer an "expert."

I heard "you can use this other doctor if you're more comfortable with them," which I wouldn't have been, so I ran off and got a referral that would OK him to handle the estrogen and progesterone. He meant, "Under no circumstances will I handle that for you, even though I could. It's too complicated for me."

This became clear over the course of a five minute phone appointment, which I only accepted because it was the soonest one available. I thought he'd follow up in the office. And, although he wanted more blood work, I reminded him he told me the numbers were unreliable and he would need to address the symptoms, and he agreed with me, he just wanted the numbers too. Yesterday, numbers in hand, he told me my thyroid levels looked too high, so he was decreasing my dose, and I could have another blood test in three months. Bye. No discussion of unaddressed symptoms that don't look ANYTHING like hyperthyroid.

Did he get the referral? Could he address my "female" hormones? Well, he'd told my family doctor to refer me to that gynecologist! WHAT family doctor? That's not my family doctor anymore, he was fucking with my thyroid treatment that YOU prescribed me, among other very bad things, AND I LEFT HIM. I swear, I told the guy that LAST TIME.

OK. So I need a new endocrinologist who will actually handle all of my hormones, and I need to do all the research and find this person for myself, then ask the clinic to refer me to them. I could've started on this weeks ago if the fucker had just expressed himself in clear language. I TRIED to tell him as many ways that I could, "If you can't do that for me, I NEED ANOTHER DOCTOR," but he didn't hear that.

Doctor #2 was the surgeon who "fixed" my eyes so I can't maintain focus or acuity. I had a fight with the tech, and then with him, trying to explain the difference between, "I can read this, even though it's blurry, because I can guess what the letters are based on their basic shapes and the other letters in the line," and "You can read that just fine!" I tried to verbalize my struggles and this confused them. "Stop trying to focus on the letters, just read them." DON'T FOCUS ON THE LETTERS, JUST READ THEM???

They also had difficulty understanding the nature of the visual distortions. "Is this better or worse?" "My eyes get tired and stop focusing. It's not consistent." "But is it better or worse?" "I've been focusing on details for multiple letters now, and my eyes are refusing to stay in focus. I don't know." "Your prescription isn't consistent." *a pause, while my verbal ability crashes and I try to reset* "Wh-Why would it be?"

The doctor didn't know what binocular vision dysfunction was. Last time I saw him, I swear, the nurse asked what it was, and he explained it to her. It was brief and light on the details, but he did. Now he doesn't know what it is. He forgot since last year?

Also, I should not call the thing where a faint double of the image or text appears above or below it "double vision." "Double vision" is some other specific thing, not seeing two things, one of which is fainter. It's confusing for them when I call that "double vision." Cool. That makes very little sense to me and makes it even harder for me to keep talking. Thanks.

Anyway, they put me in front of a couple machines to take images and this time, FINALLY, I coughed up numbers that say something is wrong. My lenses are supposed to let light through at a "10." The left one is at a "9," which the doctor thinks is "not bad" and then he never addresses the blurriness in that eye again. Because the right one is at ".89". There's a decimal in there. It's less than one. This is severe. I must have a cataract.

But I only had the surgery because they thought my lenses looked fine and I wouldn't have cataracts for a decade or more! All of a sudden I have a cataract? "Well, let's dilate your eye and have a look!"

No cataract. He can't see anything. Yet he is holding an image with a number that says YES cataract.

Well, okay, I can read, so my vision isn't that bad (Oh, dear god) but let's give it a month, come back and see if the machine says the invisible cataract has progressed any. If it's still there and still invisible, you can have a referral to a cataract specialist. Oh, this has gone on so long, all the techs are at lunch. Well, they'll call you to make an appointment when they get back.

They still haven't called me, I guess they've been at lunch since yesterday.

I want my money back. I really, really do. If I have early-onset cataracts they missed, I did not have the information I needed to consent to that surgery. I don't think it's going to happen, though. Cataract surgery would be covered, if I just got a regular lens. But if I'm letting them cut into my eyeball and risk more pain and severe dry eye after all I've been through, I want a better lens - if that would work for me. God alone knows how I'll find a doctor whose opinion I trust to ask about that.

I still have no idea why the left eye is blurry and THEY CAN'T SEE ANY CATARACTS. This doctor is painfully nonchalant about having no idea WTF is going on. Hey, the surgery was a success! I can read! According to him! I don't have the endurance to draw or the speed to drive, but that's cool. No big deal.

Bleh. This is probably poorly-worded, with typos, but this is what's going on with me. This is what I'm trying to accomplish while still telling stories and enjoying life as the world falls apart. I'm a little tired and distracted, that's all.

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Erin Shannon, 18 (Canada 1986)

In 1986, abortions deemed “therapeutic” were legal in Canada. The law required that a request for abortion approval be sent by a medical doctor to a Therapeutic Abortion Committee of experts including no less than three medical doctors, who would review the case to judge if the abortion would be safe for the applicant and if it would serve a purpose deemed “therapeutic.”

Although these safeguards were intended to protect pregnant people, these regulations were all too easily manipulated by those in the abortion industry who put profit over lives. One of the victims of this “rubber-stamping” was Erin Shannon.

Erin was 18 years old when she was seen at the Queensway-Carleton Hospital’s ER in Ottawa on December 3, 1985. She was diagnosed with a UTI, given a prescription for medication and sent home. She saw her regular doctor, Dr. Patrick Cross, the following month on January 10. Dr. Cross examined her and discovered something that the ER had missed: Erin was pregnant.

At the time of the treatment for her infection, Erin hadn’t realized she was pregnant because she had a history of irregular periods. The Riverside Hospital conducted an ultrasound on January 13 and estimated that she was 17 weeks pregnant. Three days after the ultrasound, she returned to Dr. Cross to discuss her options.

Dr. Cross was concerned that an abortion would be hazardous to Erin’s health, especially one done so late in pregnancy. Over the next several days he had a series of conversations with Erin’s mother, who said that Erin wanted an abortion. Dr. Cross tried to warn her that it was medically in Erin’s best interest to have the baby, but by January 20, Erin’s mother informed Dr. Cross that her daughter wanted an abortion.

Erin and her mother went to abortionist Irving Soloway, who self-identified as “specializing in late-term abortions” that other doctors would not do. Soloway told Erin and her mother to bring a letter from Dr. Cross recommending an abortion. When Dr. Cross refused to write the letter and once again recommended against the abortion for Erin’s safety, Soloway simply wrote the letter himself.

Soloway’s letter to the TAC was undated and simply said “This young girl is pregnant and cannot carry on because of psycho social reasons and I therefore strongly recommend a TA for this patient.” Not once did the letter mention that a doctor had already advised against the abortion. This single-sentence letter was all it took to seal Erin’s fate.

During the later inquest over her daughter’s death, Erin’s mother recounted her surprise at how quickly Soloway proceeded. She had been under the impression that Soloway would give Erin a pre-op exam for her safety and then schedule an appointment for the abortion. Instead, Soloway went ahead and inserted no fewer than eight laminaria dilators (later discovered to have been inserted before the letter of recommendation was even sent) and told Erin to return for the abortion early the very next morning.

That same afternoon, Erin began to suffer from a discharge of yellowish fluid. Soloway’s practice was called, but his staff said that this was normal and dismissed any concerns.

The next morning at 8:00 AM, Erin was admitted to the Surgical Day Care Unit. The nurse who saw her before the abortion later testified that “app’d” (shorthand for approved) was handwritten beside Erin’s name on the O.R. sheet between 8:00 and 8:30 AM.

Erin was taken into the operating room at 10:05 AM. The D&E abortion was completed at 10:22, right about the time that Erin went into cardiac arrest. Despite all attempts to resuscitate her, she was declared dead by 10:53. Just as Dr. Cross feared, the abortion was not safe for Erin.

Erin’s autopsy diagnosed the cause of her death as amniotic fluid embolism and heart failure. Her mother was stunned that the abortion that had allegedly been approved as “therapeutic” for her daughter had killed her instead.

The inquest over Erin’s death revealed that the “safeguards” were being manipulated and that the system was not working. Although there were doctors in the TAC, none of them were OB/GYNs. In the past year, all applications for abortions reviewed by this committee had been approved no matter what the letters to the committee said. They were appointed by the Medical Director of the hospital even though the Criminal Code specified that this should be done by the hospital Board of Directors. Weekly meetings were typically done in only 20–30 minutes, during which time approximately 30 to 40 abortion applications would be approved after allegedly being reviewed. Nobody would even say when exactly the abortion that killed Erin had been approved.

Inconsistent and missing information was detected throughout Erin’s case. The date signed on the form for approval was not possible unless the TAC filled out the wrong date, which they did regularly by inserting the date of the scheduled weekly meeting on every certificate regardless of when the ‘actual’ meeting takes place or when the ‘actual’ approval is given. (The fact that this is a legal document required by law which should be dated at the same time that it is signed did not seem to matter to them.) The referring doctor for the abortion was listed as Dr. Cross even though he had not done this and repeatedly advised against it. The type of abortion was listed as D&C and suction (a method typically used for early in pregnancy) even though Erin was actually subjected to a D&E. The section for LMP (last menstrual period, used to calculate gestational age) and for date of procedure was entirely blank. The section for post-operative complications was also blank even though Erin had died.

The committee admitted that in the past year they had approved every single request for abortion, even though they had received thousands of applications for review. Those who were asked to explain discrepancies or missing information frequently told the inquest they did not remember, even though records should made it clear had they been properly kept. Erin’s abortion was also the fourth or fifth done that morning and records were also inconsistent for the others.

Soloway’s own testimony on what he had done to Erin and her child was deeply disturbing. He claimed to have done 500 abortions per year and identified as “specializing in late-term abortion.” He then went on to give a gruesome description of the abortion procedure he carried out on Erin’s baby. He described the “crushing instruments” with “big jaws and teeth” that he used to “break up the fetus and take it out bit by bit.” When asked why he did so many abortions so late in pregnancy, Soloway answered that others wouldn’t at that size.

It was also noted that even though Soloway included “psycho social reasons” in his single-sentence letter, he didn’t see any reason why Erin should be provided with counseling before she made her decision. Unless you count the conversations between Dr. Cross, Erin and her mother, there was no form of counseling given to Erin at any time. Erin’s mother had been under the impression that the TAC would ensure her daughter had informed consent, but Erin was never at any point told by the hospital, the abortionist or any of his staff that she could die. The jury recommended changes to ensure all prospective abortion clients would have counseling and informed consent.

The inquest for Erin’s death took three days during which it was suggested that “the committee has been little more than a rubber stamp for abortion requests.” It was noticed that nothing in the TAC paperwork said anything about the continuation of the pregnancy being a threat to Erin’s health in any way even though this was supposed to be a requirement.

The jury found it concerning that Dr. Cross repeatedly tried to warn that the abortion was unsafe for Erin but that the TAC did not take his warnings into consideration. They concluded that “The hospital committee needs more expertise to judge abortion applications and should do a better job of keeping track of its decisions,” that there was a need to ensure abortion committees are effective and efficient, and that approvals are only granted after "careful deliberation of all relevant information." The jury also urged changes to the Criminal Code to make sure abortion committees included qualified gynecologists, obstetricians or internists as members. The jury also recommended that the minutes of abortion committee meetings be fully recorded. The hospital indicated that they found these common-sense measures to be “impractical” despite the jury’s decision.

Even though Erin was killed because the legal system meant to protect her had been bypassed, manipulated and in some aspects outright broken, the Ottawa Police and the local Crown Attorney had no interest in criminal charges for anyone involved. They apparently dismissed the treatment of Erin’s case as “technicalities” not worth charging anyone over. Erin and her family were denied justice.

The Vancouver Sun, “Abortion body lax in review, jury says” 17 April 1986

Ottawa Citizen, “Inquest called on teen's death during abortion” 25 January 1986, 14 April 1986, 15 April 1986, 16 April 1986, 17 April 1986, 18 April 1986, 15 May 1986

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Immigration Lawyer: Your Guide to Navigating Canadian Immigration

Immigrating to Canada is a significant decision that comes with a complex application process. Whether you're pursuing permanent residency, work permits, or citizenship, the expertise of an immigration lawyer is invaluable. At Gomez & Associates Immigration Lawyers, we specialize in providing tailored legal solutions to make your journey to Canada seamless and successful.

Why Hire an Immigration Lawyer?

Canada’s immigration laws are intricate and frequently updated. Missteps in your application can lead to delays or even rejections. Here’s why working with an experienced immigration lawyer is crucial:

Expert Knowledge: Immigration lawyers stay informed about the latest policy changes and legal requirements.

Personalized Guidance: A lawyer assesses your unique circumstances and helps identify the best immigration pathway.

Document Accuracy: From preparing forms to compiling supporting evidence, an immigration lawyer ensures everything is in order.

Higher Approval Rates: Professional representation can significantly enhance your chances of approval.

Services Offered by Immigration Lawyers

An immigration lawyer provides comprehensive legal services to assist clients with a variety of immigration needs. At Gomez & Associates, our team offers expertise in the following areas:

1. Permanent Residency Applications

Canada provides several pathways to permanent residency, including:

Express Entry: For skilled workers seeking to live and work in Canada permanently.

Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP): For individuals nominated by a province or territory.

Family Sponsorship: Reuniting families by sponsoring eligible relatives.

We evaluate your qualifications and guide you through the entire application process.

2. Work Permits and LMIA Applications

If you wish to work in Canada, obtaining the right work permit is essential. We assist with:

Employer-specific work permits

Open work permits

Labour Market Impact Assessments (LMIAs)

Our immigration lawyers streamline the process for both employees and employers.

3. Study Permits

Canada’s world-renowned education system attracts thousands of international students annually. We help students secure study permits and extend them if necessary.

4. Citizenship Applications

Becoming a Canadian citizen is a dream for many immigrants. We offer:

Eligibility assessments

Application preparation

Interview and test preparation

5. Refugee Claims and Asylum

For individuals seeking protection in Canada, we provide compassionate and thorough legal representation to ensure their rights are protected.

6. Immigration Appeals

If your immigration application has been refused, don’t lose hope. Our lawyers represent clients in:

Appeals to the Immigration Appeal Division (IAD)

Judicial reviews in Federal Court

We fight for your right to live and thrive in Canada.

Benefits of Working with Gomez & Associates Immigration Lawyers

At Gomez & Associates, our goal is to make the immigration process as straightforward as possible. Here’s why clients trust us:

Experienced Team: Our lawyers have a proven track record of successfully handling complex immigration cases.

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Transparent Process: We keep you informed at every stage, so you always know what to expect.

Client-Centric Approach: Your success is our priority, and we are committed to delivering exceptional service.

Common Challenges in Immigration Applications

The immigration process can be challenging, with obstacles such as:

Incomplete Applications: Missing or incorrect information can lead to delays or rejections.

Strict Deadlines: Filing applications within the stipulated time is crucial.

Changing Regulations: Immigration policies are dynamic, making it difficult for applicants to stay updated.

Eligibility Confusion: Determining the right immigration program requires expertise.

Our immigration lawyers address these challenges with precision, ensuring your application meets all legal requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Do I need an immigration lawyer to apply for Canadian immigration?

While it is not mandatory, having an immigration lawyer significantly improves your chances of success by ensuring your application is accurate and complete.

Q2: How long does the immigration process take?

Processing times vary depending on the type of application. Our lawyers ensure timely submissions to minimize delays.

Q3: How much does an immigration lawyer cost?

Costs depend on the complexity of your case. At Gomez & Associates, we offer competitive pricing and transparent fees.

Q4: Can an immigration lawyer help with denied applications?

Yes. We handle appeals and judicial reviews, working diligently to overturn unfavorable decisions.

Start Your Immigration Journey Today

Whether you’re applying for permanent residency, a work permit, or citizenship, an experienced immigration lawyer can make all the difference. At Gomez & Associates Immigration Lawyers, we are dedicated to guiding you through every step of the immigration process with professionalism and care.

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Canada visitor visa process.

Canada is famous worldwide for its amazing cities, stunning landscapes, vibrant culture and high quality of life. Has become one of the best destinations for many travellers from all around the world. If you are also planning a visit to this beautiful country, then you might be wondering about how to obtain a visitor visa for Canada in 2024 and what is the fastest process to get the Visa.

The easiest step is to obtain a visitor visa for Canada, also known as (TRV) Temporary Resident Visa.

In this blog, we will explain to you the Canada visitor visa process and also help you know the fastest way to get the approval.

Understanding the Canada visitor visa in 2024

A Canada visitor visa is valid for up to 6 months and it allows you to enter Canada to visit a friend, family, and short business trips. This visa can also be used for tourism purposes.

A step-by-step guide on how to apply for and obtain a Canada visitor visa is as follows:

Determine your eligibility for a Canada visitor visa in 2024

Before applying for the visa application make sure you meet the basic requirements. Here is a checklist to determine your eligibility:

A valid passport.

No criminal records.

Financially stable.

Intent to leave Canada at the end of your visit.

Health certificates.

Good character.

Gather all required documents for a Canada visitor visa in 2024

After ensuring your eligibility, gather all the required documents to complete your application form. Here is a checklist of the documents you need for a Canada visitor visa:

Valid passport.

ID cards.

Recent passport-size photographs.

Financial support proofs.

Invitation letter from family or friends. (If applicable)

Travel itinerary.

Proof of ties to your home country.

Complete the application form for a Canada visitor visa in 2024

Carefully fill out the application form and treat it as the most important part of the application process. Any kind of false information can lead to refusal or rejection.

Pay the application fee and submit it for a Canada visitor visa in 2024

Pay the latest fee which is as of now CAD 100. The visa application fee must be paid. After paying the fee, submit your application to the nearest Visa Application Centre. Make sure all the documents uploaded with the application are true and accurate and also keep a copy of your application for several purposes.

Provide biometrics for Canada visitor visas in 2024

After submission of the application, you may need to provide biometrics (Fingerprints & photos).

Wait for processing for Canada visitor visa in 2024

The processing time can vary. We recommend you apply in advance to get the visa easily on your planned date. You can track the status of your application online.

Receive your visa for a Canada visitor visa in 2024

You will receive your visa as a visa sticker on your passport once you approve your application. But, in case your application got refused or rejected because of any reason, you will receive a letter of explanation describing the reason for refusal.

How Aptech Global Visa can help you obtain a Canada visitor visa

Obtaining a Canada visitor visa on the first chance can be a tough and overwhelming process for you. But, with the help of Aptech Global Visa Consultant, you can make the entire process smoother and successful on the first attempt. Aptech Global Visa Consultant is here to assist you for a better outcome. Here are some reasons to choose us:

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Nestabroad Immigration offers expert guidance for overcoming a Refused Study Visa in Chandigarh. Their team at Nestabroad Immigration specializes in navigating visa rejections, providing tailored solutions to enhance your chances of success. Trust Nestabroad Immigration for professional support and effective strategies in securing your study visa.

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Thursday, November 07, 2024 Canadian TV Listings (Times Eastern)

WHERE CAN I FIND THOSE PREMIERES?: A CHRISTMAS MIRACLE (BET+) UNTIL I KILL YOU (BritBox) FIVE GOLD RINGS (W Network) 8:00pm AFTER THE FIRST 48 (A&E Canada) 8:00pm ALASKA PD (A&E Canada) 9:00pm CHRISTMAS COOKIE CHALLENGE (Food Network Canada) 9:00pm INTERROGATION RAW (A&E Canada) 10:00pm

NEW TO AMAZON PRIME CANADA/CBC GEM/CRAVE TV/DISNEY + STAR/NETFLIX CANADA:

AMAZON PRIME CANADA LOOK BACK MADAGASCAR: ESCAPE 2 AFRICA NHL COAST TO COAST (Live Event) VETTAIYAN

CRAVE TV COPYCAT EMPIRE RECORDS THE WHISTLEBLOWER

NETFLIX CANADA BORN FOR THE SPOTLIGHT (TW) BORUTO: NARUTO NEXT GENERATIONS (Seasons 17-21) COUNTDOWN: PAUL VS. TYSON OUTER BANKS (Season 4: Part 2) RIDE ALONG RIDE ALONG 2 10 DAYS OF A CURIOUS MAN

GRAND SLAM OF CURLING (SN) 2:00pm: Canadian Open - Draw 10 (SN1) 6:00pm: Canadian Open - Draw 11 (SN/SN1) 10:00pm: Canadian Open - Draw 12

NHL HOCKEY (SN) 7:00pm: Flames vs. Bruins (TSN2) 7:00pm: Habs vs. Devils (TSN5) 7:00pm: Islanders vs. Sens (TSN3) 8:00pm: Avalanche vs. Jets (SNPacific) 10:30pm: Canucks vs. Kings

DRAGONS' DEN (CBC) 8:00pm: A former Olympian brings her large business to the Den; brothers-in-law look for anything but a claustrophobic deal; and a group of friends hope to satisfy the Dragons' sweet tooth; a young female entrepreneur slices her way through a deal.

YOU CAN'T TEACH LOVE (Super Channel Heart & Home) 8:00pm: When publicist, Elizabeth, finds herself unexpectedly caring for her niece for a few weeks, she struggles to balance it all and finds unforeseen support from her niece's kindergarten teacher, Jamie.

FINALLY CAUGHT (Super Channel Fuse) 8:00pm/9:00pm/10:00pm (SERIES PREMIERE): New evidence, evolved science and stunning new testimony help crack real-life unsolved murder cases; with material witness interviews, expert testimony, historical footage and dramatic re-enactments.

NFL FOOTBALL (TSN/TSN4) 8:15pm: Bengals vs. Ravens

CHILDREN RUIN EVERYTHING (CTV) 8:30pm: James (Aaron Abrams), feeling left out when Ennis (Ennis Esmer) makes a new friend, inserts himself in Ennis' dodgeball tournament. Meanwhile, Astrid struggles to get Viv (Mikayla SwamiNathan) to control her emotions, especially when frustrations at work make it hard to lead by example.

MY MUM, YOUR DAD (CBC) 9:00pm: The grown-up kids are thrilled when sparks fly between two parents they choose to go on a date; one dad's refusal to commit leaves him in danger of losing two potential connections.

YUKON RESCUE (History Channel Canada) 10:00pm

CANADIAN REFLECTIONS (CBC) 11:30pm: Sara; In My Heart

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Vancouver Immigration Lawyer: Navigating Canada’s Complex Immigration System

Vancouver is a prime destination for immigrants, thanks to its multicultural environment, thriving economy, and world-class education opportunities. However, navigating Canada’s immigration system can be daunting without the help of an experienced immigration lawyer. An immigration lawyer in Vancouver can offer expert guidance through complex processes such as permanent residency applications, work permits, family sponsorships, and more.

Why Hire an Immigration Lawyer?

Canadian immigration laws are governed by federal regulations, with specific pathways like Express Entry, the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), and family reunification. An experienced Vancouver immigration lawyer is familiar with these programs and offers tailored advice to help clients achieve successful outcomes.

Lawyers can assist in areas like:

Permanent Residency: Whether through the federal Express Entry system or the BC PNP, an immigration lawyer ensures that applications meet all requirements and are submitted error-free, improving approval chances.

Family Sponsorship: Lawyers help individuals sponsor family members, such as spouses, children, and parents, ensuring accurate and complete applications.

Work and Study Permits: For those looking to work or study in Canada, lawyers can streamline the process for temporary resident visas, work permits, or study permits.

Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)

The BC PNP is a popular immigration pathway for those looking to settle in British Columbia. The program allows the province to nominate individuals based on their skills and ability to contribute to the local economy. An immigration lawyer specializing in BC’s PNP can help ensure that applicants meet all eligibility criteria and submit compelling applications that highlight their strengths.

Legal Support for Complex Cases

Immigration lawyers in Vancouver also handle more complicated cases, such as:

Immigration Appeals: When applications are refused, lawyers represent clients in front of the Immigration and Refugee Board (IRB) or assist in filing judicial reviews at the Federal Court.

Inadmissibility Issues: Lawyers provide legal assistance to those who face challenges like criminal inadmissibility or health concerns, advocating for their right to enter or remain in Canada.

Top Immigration Lawyers in Vancouver

Vancouver has several reputable immigration lawyers known for their expertise and success in complex cases. For example:

Canadian Visa Lawer, a leading immigration lawyer, has over 30 years of experience in the field and offers comprehensive services ranging from temporary permits to citizenship applications.

MKS Law, based in Vancouver, provides specialized services in immigration litigation and appeals, helping clients navigate difficult situations and visa refusals .

An immigration lawyer in Vancouver can be your strongest ally in navigating Canada’s complex immigration system. Whether you’re applying for permanent residency, temporary permits, or facing legal challenges, having an expert by your side can greatly improve your chances of success. With their expertise and personalized approach, immigration lawyers help smooth the path toward your new life in Canada.

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Why You Should Hire an Immigration Lawyer in Kitchener: Expert Guidance for Your Canadian Immigration Journey

Kitchener, Ontario, is a vibrant city with a growing immigrant population, offering a high quality of life, excellent job opportunities, and a welcoming community. However, the immigration process can be complex and time-consuming. Whether you are applying for a visa, permanent residency, or citizenship, having the assistance of a qualified immigration lawyer in Kitchener can make a world of difference. This article explores the role of an immigration lawyer in Kitchener and why their expertise is essential for your immigration success.

What Does an Immigration Lawyer Do?

An immigration lawyer specializes in legal matters related to immigration, including applications for visas, permanent residency, work permits, family sponsorship, citizenship, and appeals. They help individuals navigate Canada’s intricate immigration system, ensuring compliance with all legal requirements and reducing the risk of mistakes that could delay or jeopardize your case.

Here’s how a Kitchener-based immigration lawyer can assist you:

1. Navigating Canada’s Complex Immigration System

Canada’s immigration system is governed by federal laws, which change regularly. An immigration lawyer in Kitchener stays updated on the latest developments, including changes in visa categories, Express Entry scoring, or new immigration programs.

Immigration lawyers are also familiar with the processes and deadlines involved. Missing even a small detail in your application can result in delays or rejections. With legal expertise, your lawyer will help you avoid such pitfalls.

2. Visa and Residency Applications

There are numerous pathways to enter or remain in Canada, each with specific requirements. Immigration lawyers can help you understand your options and guide you through the application process. Common types of applications include:

Visitor Visas: For those visiting Canada for tourism, family visits, or short-term business trips.

Work Permits: Required for individuals coming to Canada for employment. Different permits apply to different types of work, including intra-company transfers, skilled labor, and temporary foreign workers.

Study Permits: For international students planning to attend a Canadian educational institution.

Permanent Residency: Pathways include Express Entry, Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), and family sponsorship.

Your Kitchener immigration lawyer will ensure your application is complete, accurate, and submitted on time.

3. Family Sponsorship

Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor certain family members to join them in Canada. Family sponsorship applications involve strict eligibility criteria and complex documentation. A lawyer can help you sponsor:

A spouse or common-law partner.

Dependent children.

Parents and grandparents, through programs like the Parent and Grandparent Program (PGP).

An immigration lawyer in Kitchener will ensure your application is thorough, avoiding mistakes that could lead to delays or refusals.

4. Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) Applications

The Express Entry system is a popular immigration pathway for skilled workers. It uses a points-based system, where applicants are scored based on factors like age, education, language proficiency, and work experience. Navigating this competitive system can be challenging without legal expertise.

Additionally, the Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) allows provinces like Ontario to nominate individuals who meet specific labor market needs. Kitchener, part of Ontario, benefits from this program, and your lawyer can guide you on how to apply through the Ontario PNP stream, increasing your chances of being invited to apply for permanent residency.

5. Appeals, Deportation, and Refugee Claims

In situations where your immigration application has been refused or you are facing deportation, a Kitchener immigration lawyer can represent you in appeals. They can help you prepare a strong case, file necessary legal motions, and represent you in court if needed.

For individuals seeking asylum or refugee status, an immigration lawyer plays a crucial role in building and presenting your claim. Refugee cases require clear evidence of persecution, and legal representation is essential for navigating these sensitive cases.

Why Choose an Immigration Lawyer in Kitchener?

Choosing a local lawyer who is based in Kitchener comes with several advantages, particularly when dealing with immigration matters. Here’s why hiring a Kitchener immigration lawyer is beneficial:

Local Expertise: Kitchener-based lawyers are familiar with Ontario-specific immigration programs, including the Ontario Provincial Nominee Program (OINP), which can be a valuable pathway for skilled workers or entrepreneurs looking to settle in the region.

Accessibility: By choosing a local lawyer, you can easily meet in person, communicate regularly, and stay updated on your case’s progress. This accessibility fosters trust and a personalized approach to your case.

Community Knowledge: A lawyer familiar with the Kitchener-Waterloo region can offer insights into local employment markets, housing, and education opportunities, which may help you transition smoothly to your new life in Canada.

Networking and Connections: Local immigration lawyers often have established relationships with community organizations, businesses, and immigration offices, which can be advantageous in moving your case forward efficiently.

How to Choose the Right Immigration Lawyer in Kitchener

Choosing the right immigration lawyer is crucial to your success. Here are some factors to consider when selecting a Kitchener immigration lawyer:

Experience: Look for a lawyer with extensive experience in handling cases like yours, whether it’s Express Entry, family sponsorship, or refugee claims.

Client Testimonials: Reviews from past clients can give you an idea of the lawyer’s success rate and the quality of service they provide.

Clear Communication: Immigration processes can be long and stressful, so it’s important to choose a lawyer who communicates clearly, keeps you updated, and is responsive to your questions.

Fee Structure: Immigration cases can vary in complexity, and so do the fees. Be sure to discuss the lawyer’s fees upfront and ensure there are no hidden costs.

Conclusion

Immigrating to Canada is an exciting opportunity, but it comes with many legal challenges. Hiring a qualified immigration lawyer in Kitchener can provide the guidance and support you need to navigate Canada’s complex immigration system successfully. From visa applications to permanent residency, citizenship, or even refugee claims, a local immigration lawyer ensures that your case is handled with expertise and care.

If you’re considering immigrating to Canada or have already started the process, reaching out to a Kitchener-based immigration lawyer is a smart step. With their help, you can avoid delays, reduce stress, and increase your chances of a successful outcome.

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Visa Application Lawyer in Barrie: Expert Legal Assistance for Smooth Immigration Processes

Barrie, a growing city located just north of Toronto, has become a popular destination for immigrants looking to build new lives in Canada. As the city grows in population and diversity, the demand for professional visa application services has risen. Navigating Canada’s immigration system can be complex, and many individuals turn to visa application lawyers in Barrie for legal guidance. Whether you’re applying for a work permit, study visa, family sponsorship, or permanent residency, having an experienced lawyer by your side can make a significant difference.

Why You Need a Visa Application Lawyer

The Canadian visa application process involves multiple steps, from gathering necessary documentation to meeting eligibility requirements and navigating ever-changing immigration policies. A visa application lawyer provides crucial support by:

Ensuring Eligibility: Different types of visas have specific criteria. A lawyer helps assess your eligibility for various programs, such as Express Entry, work permits, or family sponsorship.

Managing Complex Documentation: Visa applications require comprehensive documentation, and any error or missing paperwork can result in delays or refusals. Lawyers ensure that all necessary documents are completed accurately and submitted on time.

Handling Legal Challenges: Issues such as inadmissibility due to criminal records, health concerns, or incomplete applications can arise. Lawyers provide legal strategies to resolve such challenges and increase the chances of a successful application.

Increasing Chances of Approval: With their in-depth knowledge of immigration law, visa application lawyers can improve your chances of approval by ensuring your application is solid and complete.

Providing Representation: If your application is refused or if you face legal proceedings such as immigration appeals or hearings, a lawyer can represent you and defend your case.

Types of Visa Services Provided by Lawyers in Barrie

Visa application lawyers in Barrie offer a wide range of services to meet the needs of individuals and families seeking to live, work, or study in Canada. Some of the key services include:

Work Permits: Whether you are applying for an employer-specific work permit or an open work permit, lawyers can guide you through the process to ensure you meet all the requirements and secure the appropriate visa.

Study Permits: International students looking to study in Canadian institutions need to obtain a study permit. Lawyers help students and their families prepare the necessary documents, understand the conditions of the permit, and ensure that all rules regarding working while studying are followed.

Express Entry: For skilled workers looking to obtain permanent residency in Canada, Express Entry is one of the most popular immigration pathways. Lawyers assist with creating Express Entry profiles, maximizing points in the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS), and preparing for the next steps once an Invitation to Apply (ITA) is received.

Family Sponsorship: Canadian citizens and permanent residents can sponsor their spouses, children, parents, and other eligible relatives to immigrate to Canada. Lawyers help ensure that the sponsorship application meets all the necessary requirements, such as proving the relationship and financial support obligations.

Provincial Nominee Program (PNP): Barrie residents may benefit from Ontario’s Provincial Nominee Program (OINP). A lawyer can help identify eligibility for this program and ensure that all documentation is submitted correctly to fast-track the permanent residency process.

Visitor Visas: For individuals looking to visit Canada for tourism, family visits, or business meetings, lawyers assist in securing temporary resident visas (visitor visas) and ensuring that applicants meet the required financial and legal criteria.

Business and Investor Visas: Entrepreneurs and investors seeking to establish or expand a business in Canada may apply for specialized business or investor visas. Lawyers help navigate the regulations and provide legal strategies for business immigration pathways.

Humanitarian and Refugee Claims: If you��re seeking asylum or need to make a humanitarian claim, a visa application lawyer can represent you in legal proceedings, ensuring that your case is presented effectively and your rights are protected.

How to Choose the Right Visa Application Lawyer in Barrie

Choosing the right lawyer for your visa application is a crucial step in ensuring a smooth immigration process. Here are some important factors to consider:

Experience and Expertise: Immigration law is a specialized field, and the lawyer you choose should have experience handling cases similar to yours. Whether you need help with a work permit or a complex refugee claim, find a lawyer with relevant expertise.

Reputation and Client Reviews: Look for lawyers with positive reviews and a good reputation in the community. Testimonials from past clients can give you insight into their professionalism, success rates, and communication style.

Accreditation: Ensure the lawyer is accredited by the Law Society of Ontario and has the necessary qualifications to practice immigration law in Canada.

Clear Communication: Immigration cases often involve long processes and can be stressful. Choose a lawyer who communicates clearly and transparently about the timelines, fees, and expectations for your case.

Fee Structure: Understanding the fee structure upfront is important to avoid unexpected costs. Immigration lawyers may charge by the hour or offer flat-rate fees, so ask for a clear breakdown of their costs before proceeding.

Conclusion

Immigrating to Canada is an exciting but challenging process, and working with a visa application lawyer in Barrie can help you navigate the system with ease. From work permits to permanent residency applications, experienced lawyers provide legal expertise, strategic guidance, and representation to ensure that your immigration journey is as smooth as possible. By selecting the right lawyer, you can increase your chances of success and achieve your dream of living, working, or studying in Canada.

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