Recently, the City of Philadelphia, through Philadelphia’s Department of Licenses and Inspections, violated the confidentiality requirements of any License To Carry Firearms (LTCF) application, with its new web application which allowed for disclosure of any LTCF applicant's information where the applicant was denied, revoked, or appealed. While I didn't have an opportunity to review the site … Continue reading Has Philadelphia Revealed Your License to Carry Firearms Information? If So, Call Us Today
Sixth Circuit Says Police Can Track Your Phone Without a Warrant
Two days ago, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Fourth Amendment does not protect against warrantless cell phone tracking. This means, the police do not need to show probable cause prior to tracking a person’s location through their cell phone. The case was United States v. Skinner, and Skinner, the defendant, was … Continue reading Sixth Circuit Says Police Can Track Your Phone Without a Warrant
Is Your Average Weekly Wage Correct?
by Karl Voigt Is your average weekly wage correct? And why is that important? Workers' compensation claimants receive a weekly wage loss benefit directly based on their preinjury average weekly wage (AWW). Namely, the check you get is based on the check you got before you were injured. Under the Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act, there are … Continue reading Is Your Average Weekly Wage Correct?
Workers’ Compensation Claimants: Do You Have Help You Don’t Know About?
by Karl Voigt Workers' compensation claimants: do you have help you don't know about? It's possible you may have a little help out there. Your income is generally fixed and it's time to assess and know what resources you have available. If you are receiving workers' compensation benefits, that likely means you're considered disabled. If … Continue reading Workers’ Compensation Claimants: Do You Have Help You Don’t Know About?
Can I Have My Marriage Annulled in Pennsylvania? Part 1: Void Marriages
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire Clients faced with a divorce often want to know: can I have my marriage annulled? Emotionally and psychologically, an annulment may be preferable. Likewise, for religious reasons, they may prefer a legal annulment. Unfortunately, in Pennsylvania, it is extremely difficult to qualify for an annulment. In our state, there are two classes of … Continue reading Can I Have My Marriage Annulled in Pennsylvania? Part 1: Void Marriages
The Dirt on Gun Care – Gun Retailers Missing Out on Customer Relation Opportunities
I recently attended an NRA safety class. A portion of the class was focused on how to clean the firearm correctly and what products should be used. Typically, a gun owner knows that proper cleaning not only increases the lifespan of the gun but also helps ensure proper function. Anymore, there are so many gun-care … Continue reading The Dirt on Gun Care – Gun Retailers Missing Out on Customer Relation Opportunities
Department of State is Stepping up Enforcement of ITAR related to Manufacturers
Frequently, clients that are considering or have obtained their 07 manufacturing Federal Firearms License (FFL) inquire as to whether they must register with the Directorate of Defense Trade Control of the State Department under the Arms Export Control Act (AECA), which is implemented through the International Trafficking in Arms Regulations (ITAR). While very few 07 … Continue reading Department of State is Stepping up Enforcement of ITAR related to Manufacturers
Federal Firearms Licensee SOT Refund, Pt 2.
Today at the National Shooting Sports Foundation Import/Export Conference, I inquired of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF or BATFE), as to the requirements for a refund of one's previously paid Special Occupation Tax (SOT) that I previously blogged about here. Gary Schiable, the Prophet of the NFA Branch and everything NFA, … Continue reading Federal Firearms Licensee SOT Refund, Pt 2.
News Regarding NFA Applications – Enlongated Approval Times Could Be Coming to an End!!!
Today at the National Shooting Sports Foundation Import/Export Conference, Steve Albro, Chief of ATF's Firearms/Explosives Services Division informed the attendees that that the elongated NFA approval process (Forms 1s and Forms 4s that are currently taking 6-8 months for approval) could be coming to an end! He started out by explaining, as I have previously … Continue reading News Regarding NFA Applications – Enlongated Approval Times Could Be Coming to an End!!!
Can Your Employer Drop your Health Insurance Benefits While Out On Workers’ Compensation?
By Karl Voigt We are often asked by clients if their employer can drop their Health insurance benefits while they are out on Workers' Compensation. Unfortunately, the short answer is "Probably yes." There is no law in Pennsylvania that requires an employer to pay for health insurance premiums while you are disabled from work due … Continue reading Can Your Employer Drop your Health Insurance Benefits While Out On Workers’ Compensation?
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