All Federal Firearms Licensees need to take notice that both the Manufacturer and the Importer must be listed in his/her/its Bound Books, pursuant to 27 C.F.R. 478.125(e). While many FFLs just list the manufacturer, especially when the manufacturer and importer are the same (or the same company but different corporate structures throughout the world). Recently, … Continue reading FFLs Take Notice – Manufacturer and Importer Must Be Listed in Your A&D Books!
Recommended Read – When a Divorce Pays Off (from the Wall Street Journal)
By Matthew T. Hovey, Esquire Ellen E. Schultz of the Wall Street Journal recently posted an article titled "When a Divorce Pays Off." The article discusses the effect of divorce on social security benefits. According to Schultz, many baby boomers are receiving less in social security then they are entitled to receive because the person's … Continue reading Recommended Read – When a Divorce Pays Off (from the Wall Street Journal)
Pennsylvania Supreme Court allows for lawyers to be certified Specialists in Workers’ Compensation
by Karl Voigt In January of 2012, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued an Order that allows lawyers to be certified as Specialists in Workers' Compensation. As a result, the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Workers' Compensation Law Section will now be the organization that certifies lawyers as Workers' Compensation Specialists in the Commonwealth. In order to qualify … Continue reading Pennsylvania Supreme Court allows for lawyers to be certified Specialists in Workers’ Compensation
Workers’ Compensation publications available online
Many of our clients do not know that the Department of Labor and Industry makes its Workers' Compensation publications available online. The Department, through the Bureau of Workers' Compensation, is responsible for the administration and maintenance of the Workers' Compensation Act. Injured workers can access these documents by going to the Department's website. Available to … Continue reading Workers’ Compensation publications available online
Is Now a Good Time to Start a Firearms Business?
From time to time, clients will inquire about when is the best time to start a firearms business? I always respond, "When isn't it a good time to start a firearms business?" Obviously, there are no crystal balls and a lot depends on your own marketing ability, as well as the demeanor of the current … Continue reading Is Now a Good Time to Start a Firearms Business?
SHOT Show 2012 – ATF Town Hall Meeting and NFATCA Meeting – Dealers and Manufacturers Take Notice
The ATF Town Hall meeting was held on Wednesday, January 18, 2012, and the NFATCA meeting was held tonight. While there was nothing earth shattering from the Town Hall meeting, there were some very interesting issues that were discussed at the NFATCA meeting. With regards to the ATF Town Hall, the big issue discussed was … Continue reading SHOT Show 2012 – ATF Town Hall Meeting and NFATCA Meeting – Dealers and Manufacturers Take Notice
First Day of the SHOT Show
The first day of the SHOT Show kicked off at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada and was busy from the get-go. We visited several of the exhibitors and learned about many new companies and products, but fell far short of seeing everything the Show has to offer. Tomorrow, we hope … Continue reading First Day of the SHOT Show
Highlights from the SHOT Show’s Media Day at the Range
The kickoff to the SHOT Show - held in Las Vegas, Nevada - was Media Day at the Range. The Sporting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show is billed as the “largest and most comprehensive trade show for all professionals involved with the shooting sports, hunting and law enforcement industries.” Media Day provided members from all forms … Continue reading Highlights from the SHOT Show’s Media Day at the Range
The SHOT Show – Media Day 2012
Today was the SHOT Show's Media Day (at the range) 2012. All the big named manufacturers where present, such as Browning, Colt, FN, Glock, H&K, Remington, and Winchester, as well as, some new manufacturers, such as Cabot (which I will be writing a separate blog article regarding) and Slide Fire Solutions (which Tom Beveridge will … Continue reading The SHOT Show – Media Day 2012
SHOT Show 2012 – Media Day
As many of you are aware, the SHOT Show is only about 48 hours away. For those who do not know what the SHOT Show is, have you been living under a rock? The SHOT Show, or The Shooting, Hunting, Outdoor Trade Show, is the largest trade show and conference involving the firearms industry. When … Continue reading SHOT Show 2012 – Media Day
