As a prohibited person in PA, can you possess antique firearms?

Posted on by Joshua Prince, Esq.

Frequently, individuals will inquire as to whether they can possess an antique firearm if they are prohibited from owning firearms. Under federal law, specifically the Gun Control Act, a prohibited person may possess an antique firearm, pursuant to . Federal law, pursuant to 18 U.S.C. 921, defines an antique firearm as (A) any firearm (including … Continue reading As a prohibited person in PA, can you possess antique firearms? →

The Importance of Earnest,… When You’re Dead

Posted on by Tom Beveridge, Esq.

by Thomas R. Beveridge, Esquire Prince Law Offices, PC (610) 845-3803 x81104 I once had the honor of being appointed as the executor of a close relative’s estate following his untimely passing.   While the first several days were shadowed by sorrow and grief, friends and family soon bonded together to begin sorting through the thousands … Continue reading The Importance of Earnest,… When You’re Dead →

Workers’ Compensation isn’t taxable, right?

Posted on by Karl Voigt IV, Esq.

by Karl Voigt Workers' Compensation wage loss benefits aren't taxable, right? Right! Well, unless you're also a Social Security Disability recipient. Then, things may get complicated. We all know that workers’ compensation wage loss benefits are paid to injured workers. Simply stated, these benefits are not taxed by state or federal governments. We know that … Continue reading Workers’ Compensation isn’t taxable, right? →

June 9th – National Take Your Daughter to the Range Day!

Posted on by Joshua Prince, Esq.

June 9th, 2012, will mark a monumental move in the firearms industry, which has been well underway for years. While female shooters were often an overlooked demographic, in recent years, the industry has realized the important role that female shooters play in the industry. Some of the major firearms manufacturers are now controlled by women. … Continue reading June 9th – National Take Your Daughter to the Range Day! →

As an FFL in PA, do you need to provide safety locks with every sale?

Posted on by Joshua Prince, Esq.

Frequently, Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) that I represent will inquire whether they need to provide safety locks with every sale. While federal law does not require such, Pennsylvania law does. Pursuant to 18 PA.C.S. 6142, "It shall be unlawful for any licensee to sell, deliver or transfer any firearm as defined in section 6102 (relating … Continue reading As an FFL in PA, do you need to provide safety locks with every sale? →

Email and the Fourth Amendment

Posted on by afrenchplo

Almost nothing on the internet is as private as people often believe it to be. Many people imagine their email conversations as similar to spoken conversations, where the information stays between the participants of the conversation unless one or both should choose to disclose it. However, in actuality, an email conversation, like almost anything else … Continue reading Email and the Fourth Amendment →

Free Knux! — but not in Pennsylvania. Can you file for custody of a pet?

Posted on by mhoveyplo

By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire A story in the national headlines this week raises the interesting question of whether you can file for custody of a pet in Pennsylvania.  According to msnbc.com, Craig Dershowitz of New York, reportedly, spent over $60,000 in legal fees attempting to gain custody of the dog he shared with his … Continue reading Free Knux! — but not in Pennsylvania. Can you file for custody of a pet? →

What is Legal Custody?

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By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire Many are surprised to learn that in Pennsylvania there are two types of custody: physical and legal.  Physical custody is how the time with the child is divided.  What then is legal custody? 23 Pa.C.S. § 5322 defines legal custody.  "Legal custody" is defined as "the right to make major decisions … Continue reading What is Legal Custody? →