As many of our readers are aware, recently the Perry County Auditors filed suit against Sheriff Nace in an attempt to force him to disclose confidential license to carry firearms (LTCF) applicant information, even though the Perry County Board of Commissioners came out in support of Sheriff Nace. Thanks to an assist by a member … Continue reading Perry County Auditor’s Complaint Against Sheriff Nace
Perry County Commissioner Support Sheriff Nace’s Position!
Today, Perry County's Right to Know Law Officer provided me with additional information regarding my request of June 22, 2014. A copy of the Nauman Smith law Firm June 2, 2014 invoice can be obtained here. More interesting is the June 16, 2014 letter from Perry County Solicitor William Blunt. You can download a copy … Continue reading Perry County Commissioner Support Sheriff Nace’s Position!
Perry County Taxpayers to Pay for Lawsuit Against Sheriff Nace
I have previously blogged about the pending legal action filed by Perry County Auditor McMullen against Perry County Sheriff Nace. What most are unaware of is the cost that will be borne by the Perry County taxpayers. Pursuant to a Right to Know Law (RTKL) request that I filed in April, I was able to … Continue reading Perry County Taxpayers to Pay for Lawsuit Against Sheriff Nace
Perry County Auditor Seeks to Compel Perry County Sheriff Nace to Disclose Confidential License to Carry Firearms Info
Perry County Sheriff Carl Nace, an ardent supporter of the 2nd Amendment, is being sued by Perry County Auditor McMullen to compel his disclosure of confidential license to carry firearms (LTCF) applicant information. 18 Pa.C.S. § 6111(i) provides, All information provided by the potential .. applicant, including, but not limited to, the ... applicant's name … Continue reading Perry County Auditor Seeks to Compel Perry County Sheriff Nace to Disclose Confidential License to Carry Firearms Info
Travel Expenses for WC medical treatment
by Karl Voigt Karl answered this Pennsylvania workers’ compensation question on Avvo.com: "I had surgery performed by an out of state provider. Can my travel and OOP costs be reimbursed by WC carrier?" There is a compelling argument that the carrier should reimburse your costs. Until about 1992, workers' compensation carriers would regularly have to … Continue reading Travel Expenses for WC medical treatment
Philadelphia City Council Moves to Decriminalize Possession of Small Amounts of Marijuana !!!
By Tom Beveridge. Apparently, Philadelphia City Council decided that the Commonwealth is moving too slow on the issue of decriminalization of marijuana. City Council recently approved a bill - by 13 to 3 vote (split directly between Democrats in favor and Republicans opposed) - which was introduced by Councilman Jim Kenney earlier this year. … Continue reading Philadelphia City Council Moves to Decriminalize Possession of Small Amounts of Marijuana !!!
Governor Approves Minor Changes to PA Workers’ Compensation Act for Maritime Workers
by Karl Voigt Governor Corbett today has signed a new bill, promoted by legislators in Pennsylvania maritime regions, that makes some minor changes to the Workers' Compensation Act. House Bill 2081 changes workers' compensation coverage for any person engaged in maritime employment, such as longshoremen, ship repairmen, shipbuilders, ship-breakers, pleasure boat captains, stevedores, vessel repairers, … Continue reading Governor Approves Minor Changes to PA Workers’ Compensation Act for Maritime Workers
Will Pennsylvania Have Its Own Firearm?
On June 18th, HB 1989 was presented to the Governor, which the Governor is expected to sign in the near future. In addition to making the Piper J-3 Cub the official state aircraft of Pennsylvania, HB 1989 when signed by the Governor would make the Pennsylvania Long Rifle the official firearm of the Commonwealth. HB … Continue reading Will Pennsylvania Have Its Own Firearm?
Settling Your Workers’ Compensation Case
by Karl Voigt Many of our clients have expressed an interest in settling their workers’ compensation case for a lump sum. And, statistically, most long-term workers’ compensation cases in Pennsylvania do indeed eventually settle for a lump sum. Sometimes a settlement is warranted. When it is, it's important to know all about the process. Historically, … Continue reading Settling Your Workers’ Compensation Case
Supreme Court Upholds Abramski’s Conviction for “Straw Purchase”
By Allen Thompson, Esq. Yesterday, the Supreme Court of the United States issued its long-awaited opinion in Abramski v. United States, 573 U.S. ____ (2014). The Court, in a 5-4 decision along predictable lines, determined that Abramski’s conviction for “straw purchasing” could stand under the Gun Control Act. As readers of this blog are aware, 18 … Continue reading Supreme Court Upholds Abramski’s Conviction for “Straw Purchase”
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