The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) State Game Wardens (SGW) and Deputy State Game Wardens (DSGW) are law enforcement officers. That means you are not obligated to speak with them and can invoke your right to remain silent. It also means that anything you say to them can and will be used against you in court! … Continue reading Fall Hunting is Here! A few tips to remember when going afield
The Supreme Court’s Order in Relation to Lara v. PSP, Explained
As there has been a lot of confusion and misinformation regarding the U.S. Supreme Court's Order yesterday in Lara, et al v. PSP Commissioner, I thought it prudent to explain what actually occurred and what it means. First and foremost, the Order did not address the merits of the matter. Rather, as is customary when the … Continue reading The Supreme Court’s Order in Relation to Lara v. PSP, Explained
Victory for Gun Owners: Harrisburg’s Ordinances Overturned
Several days ago, unbeknownst to all Parties involved and after 9 years of litigation, Chief Counsel Joshua Prince of the Firearms Industry Consulting Group (“FICG), a division of Civil Rights Defense Firm, P.C., secured a major victory against the City of Harrisburg's illegal firearm ordinances in Firearm Owners Against Crime - Institute for Legal, Legislative and Educational Action, et al. … Continue reading Victory for Gun Owners: Harrisburg’s Ordinances Overturned
Third Circuit Court Of Appeals To Review Stay in Suarez, et al. v. Paris Case
As our viewers are aware, on Monday, District Court Judge Christopher Conner granted PSP Commissioner Paris' request to stay his decision striking down major portions of the Uniform Firearms Act in Suarez, et al. v. PSP Commissioner, 1:21-cv-710 (Middle District of PA). Today, Chief Counsel Joshua Prince of the Firearms Industry Consulting Group (“FICG), a division of Civil Rights Defense … Continue reading Third Circuit Court Of Appeals To Review Stay in Suarez, et al. v. Paris Case
PSP Commissioner Paris’ Stay Request Before The District Court Is Granted In Suarez, Et Al. v. Paris
Minutes ago, Judge Christopher Conner granted PSP Commissioner Paris' request to stay the decision rendered in Suarez, et al. v. PSP Commissioner, 1:21-cv-710 (Middle District of PA), even though the Commissioner not only failed to comply with the Local Rules of the Middle District of Pennsylvania but more importantly, the Third Circuit has stated it … Continue reading PSP Commissioner Paris’ Stay Request Before The District Court Is Granted In Suarez, Et Al. v. Paris
Corporate Transparency Act Deadline COMING January 1, 2025
Regulations adopted by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) under the Corporate Transparency Act require most companies formed or registered to do business in the United States before January 1, 2024 to file an initial beneficial ownership information report with FinCEN by January 1, 2025, unless they are exempt. If you are required to file … Continue reading Corporate Transparency Act Deadline COMING January 1, 2025
Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation System: 2023 Report Key Highlights
by Karl Voigt Every year, the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and industry is required to author a Workplace Safety Annual Report. The 2023 Report, just published, highlights the Commonwealth's efforts and achievements in maintaining a robust and efficient workers' compensation system that protects both workers and employers. The report outlines the administration and operational structure, … Continue reading Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation System: 2023 Report Key Highlights
Monumental Decision: Maryland Supreme Court Unanimously Sides With FICG, Overturning Regulated Firearm Denial for Out-Of-State Conviction
Today, Attorney Dillon Harris secured a unanimous monumental decision by the Maryland Supreme Court, following oral argument last November. The Supreme Court's Opinion reverses the decision of the Maryland Appellate Court In the Matter of Mark McCloy where the Appellate Court held that Mr. McCloy had been convicted of an out-of-State offense that would be … Continue reading Monumental Decision: Maryland Supreme Court Unanimously Sides With FICG, Overturning Regulated Firearm Denial for Out-Of-State Conviction
FOAC-ILLEA CHALLENGES UNLAWFUL FIREARM DISCHARGE ORDINANCE IN East Greenville Borough
Yesterday, Chief Counsel Joshua Prince of the Firearms Industry Consulting Group (“FICG), a division of Civil Rights Defense Firm, P.C., filed a letter on behalf of Firearm Owners Against Crime – Institute for Legal, Legislative and Educational Action (FOAC-ILLEA) with Borough of East Greenville Mayor Stephen Wescott, Members of the Borough Council, and East Greenville Police Chief Randy Morris regarding their recent passage of … Continue reading FOAC-ILLEA CHALLENGES UNLAWFUL FIREARM DISCHARGE ORDINANCE IN East Greenville Borough
Firearms Industry Consulting Group’s Twenty-Fourth bi-Annual Machinegun Shoot – October 26, 2024!
Firearms Industry Consulting Group® (FICG®), a division of Civil Rights Defense Firm, P.C., will be hosting our twenty-fourth bi-annual machine gun shoot at Eastern Lancaster County Rod and Gun Club on Saturday, October 26, 2024, in celebration of the 2nd Amendment of the US Constitution, and Article 1, Section 21 of the PA Constitution. Eastern … Continue reading Firearms Industry Consulting Group’s Twenty-Fourth bi-Annual Machinegun Shoot – October 26, 2024!