On November 4, 2016, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) commended Governor Wolf and members of the General Assembly for crafting and approving legislation that provides for permanent statewide authority for ride-hailing services. “Today’s bill-signing by the Governor marks the end of a process that began nearly three years ago, when the PUC granted experimental … Continue reading PA Law Catches-up with Ride-Hailing Services Like Uber and Lyft
Category: Business Law
HR Summit November 2 in Reading, PA
Prince Law Offices, P.C. attorney Jeffrey A. Franklin will be presenting at HR Summit, a must-attend event for HR specialists, HR professionals and business owners who need to understand the latest HR laws. The summit features specific workshops geared to the latest HR issues, as well as top-level keynote speakers. The Chamber partners with SHRM (Society … Continue reading HR Summit November 2 in Reading, PA
National Cyber Security Awareness Month – Tips and Resources for your Protection
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month which is an annual campaign to raise awareness about cybersecurity. We live in a world that is more connected than ever before. The Internet touches almost all aspects of everyone’s daily life, whether we realize it or not. National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) is designed to engage … Continue reading National Cyber Security Awareness Month – Tips and Resources for your Protection
PA PUC ‘Be Utility Wise’ Events; Increasing Awareness about Utility Customer Assistance Programs
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) is hosting its second of five statewide annual PA “Be Utility Wise” events on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Mohegan Sun, 1280 Highway 315, Wilkes-Barre, PA. The outreach events will continue across Pennsylvania through October and November, including Reading on October 31, 2016. … Continue reading PA PUC ‘Be Utility Wise’ Events; Increasing Awareness about Utility Customer Assistance Programs
New Regulations for Explosives/Pyrotechnics Industries (Part 2)
09/19/2016 OSHA is currently accepting comments for proposed rulemaking. The proposal is for new Process Safety Management rules for the Explosives and Pyrotechnics Industries and comments will be accepted until September 23rd! You might ask, “What is ‘Process Safety Management’?” That is a great question answered in Part 1 of this post click HERE … Continue reading New Regulations for Explosives/Pyrotechnics Industries (Part 2)
First Step to Starting Your Business
Prince Law Offices, P.C. attorney Jeffrey A. Franklin will be presenting at "First Step to Starting Your Business" in cooperation with the Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Small Business Development Center. First Step to Starting Your Business (Lancaster, PA) Date: Nov 4, 2016 10:30am - 12:30pm Registration Deadline: 11/4/2016 8:00 AM (EDT) Point of Contact: … Continue reading First Step to Starting Your Business
$107 Million for Solar and Renewable Projects – $65 Million Available This Year
September 14, 2016 the U.S. Energy Department announced up to $107 million in new projects and planned funding in order to support America’s continued leadership in clean energy innovation through solar technology. Under the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy’s (EERE) SunShot Initiative, the Department will fund 40 projects with a total of $42 million … Continue reading $107 Million for Solar and Renewable Projects – $65 Million Available This Year
OSHA Inspector’s Warrant Request DENIED
09/02/2016 One of the most common questions asked about OSHA Inspections is, “Do I have to let them in my business?” My short answer has always been – No you do not, but it is often advisable that you do so. It is within your rights as a business owner to require that OSHA inspectors … Continue reading OSHA Inspector’s Warrant Request DENIED
The Department Of Justice’s Policy On Marijuana And Its Affects On Financing For Marijuana Related Businesses
As most readers of this blog are aware, marijuana is now legal in some form in half of the states, including Pennsylvania. Although legal in half of the states, marijuana related businesses remain subject to federal prosecution under the Controlled Substance Act (“CSA”) because it remains listed as a Schedule I drug. Until the DEA … Continue reading The Department Of Justice’s Policy On Marijuana And Its Affects On Financing For Marijuana Related Businesses
Governor Wolf passes new law allowing research into industrial hemp.
Pennsylvania has taken another step forward in legitimizing the production of Cannabis. In this instance, it's industrial hemp. On July 19, 2016, Governor Tom Wolf signed a new law providing for industrial hemp research. House Bill No. 967, now Act 92 was approved by Governor Wolf and amends Title 3 (Agriculture) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated … Continue reading Governor Wolf passes new law allowing research into industrial hemp.