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)
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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
MONUMENTAL Decision from the Superior Court Vacating Its Prior Decision Regarding Weapons on School Property!
As our viewers are aware, I previously wrote about the devastating decision in Commonwealth v. Goslin from the Superior Court in relation to carrying a weapon on school property and the "other lawful purpose" defense. After the decision, Mr. Goslin contacted me and we, pro-bono, filed a Motion for Reconsideration/Reargument en banc, wherein, inter alia, … Continue reading MONUMENTAL Decision from the Superior Court Vacating Its Prior Decision Regarding Weapons on School Property!
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
ATF Just Banned Ammunition – Well Not Really…
The internet is a blaze with articles declaring that ATF just banned ammunition sales as a result of a June 2016 Explosives Newsletter; however, it isn't exactly true (at least, not anymore). The ATF publishes newsletters which provide insight into complex subjects, shifting policies, and guidance on ATF’s plans to enforce regulations. In the June … Continue reading ATF Just Banned Ammunition – Well Not Really…
DOH Announces Important Updates On PA’s Medical Marijuana Program Including Draft Regulations for Growers/Processors.
On August 18, 2016, Secretary of Health, Karen Murphy held a press conference to give four important updates on Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Program. One update was the previous announcement of John Collins named as the director of the Office of Medical Marijuana. The biggest update was Secretary Murphy’s announcement that the Department of Health finished … Continue reading DOH Announces Important Updates On PA’s Medical Marijuana Program Including Draft Regulations for Growers/Processors.
The Possible Ethical Conflict Facing Pennsylvania Marijuana Attorneys
As readers of my blog are aware, there is a conflict between state laws legalizing medical or recreational/adult marijuana use and federal law which continues to classify marijuana as an illegal drug. Despite federal law, the marijuana business is booming and states are rapidly changing their laws to allow some form legal marijuana (medical or … Continue reading The Possible Ethical Conflict Facing Pennsylvania Marijuana Attorneys
9th U.S. Circuit Court Of Appeals Says DOJ Can Not Prosecute Medical Cannabis Businesses That Comply With State Laws.
In a decision which can only be classified as a win for the marijuana industry, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit in San Francisco (the “Court of Appeals”) ruled Tuesday August 16, 2016, that the U.S Department of Justice (the “DOJ”) must comply with a Congressional rider which prohibits the DOJ from … Continue reading 9th U.S. Circuit Court Of Appeals Says DOJ Can Not Prosecute Medical Cannabis Businesses That Comply With State Laws.
FDA WON’T RE-SCHEDULE MARIJUANA BUT WILL ALLOW RESEARCH
The FDA has decided that it will not re-schedule marijuana under the Federal Controlled Substance Act but will allow more research of marijuana. After months of speculation of whether the FDA would reschedule marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule II, the FDA is electing to take this half-hearted measure. The Federal government’s … Continue reading FDA WON’T RE-SCHEDULE MARIJUANA BUT WILL ALLOW RESEARCH
ATF Responds to 4473 Comments and Apparently Does Not Care that It Violates Its Own Regulations
Earlier today I received an email response from ATF in relation to FICG's Comment in Opposition to ATF's Proposed Changes to the 4473 Form which I drafted. You can find a copy of their response here. In the comment I raised a number of issues including that ATF is the incorrect federal administrative agency for determinations of … Continue reading ATF Responds to 4473 Comments and Apparently Does Not Care that It Violates Its Own Regulations
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