By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire The Court awarded you alimony (or alimony pendente lite), but now your ex-spouse refuses to pay. This is a serious problem because you rely in one way or another on the alimony to make ends meet. Because alimony is discretionary, the court would not have awarded you alimony if this … Continue reading My Ex-Spouse Refuses to Pay Alimony, How Can I Enforce My Alimony Order?
Philadelphia Gun Permit Unit – Temporarily Closed?
In an interesting turn of events, the Philadelphia Police Department's Gun Permit Unit is currently listed as "temporarily closed" on its website in the wake of its and the L&I Board of Review's unlawful disclosure of license to carry firearm applicant's confidential information which I discussed in my previous blog post, Has Philadelphia Revealed Your … Continue reading Philadelphia Gun Permit Unit – Temporarily Closed?
Can I Have My Marriage Annulled in Pennsylvania? Part 2: Voidable 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 2: Voidable Marriages
Has Philadelphia Revealed Your License to Carry Firearms Information? If So, Call Us Today
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
