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Georgia: Can You Be Sued in Civil Court for Self Defense?
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffThe short answer is, “Yes,” according to Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo. However, the Peach State supplies a lot of legal protection for people against such suits. Click the video below to get the details.
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Florida: Can You Be Sued in Civil Court for Self Defense?
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffThe short answer is, “Yes,” according to Independent Program Attorney James Phillips. However, the Sunshine State supplies a lot of legal protection for people against such suits. Click the video below to get the details.
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'In a Manner Calculated to Alarm'
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffWatch Sam Malone and Texas Law Shield Independent Program Attorney Michele Byington discuss the protest at the Sam Houston statue in Houston this weekend and learn how the phrase “in a manner calculated to alarm” could be very important if you choose to open carry a rifle or handgun at such demonstrations.
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Several More Gun Bills Become Law in Texas
by U.S. & Texas LawShield Staff[This story was updated on Friday, June 16 after Gov. Abbott took action on several bills late on June 15. Also, please see the note regarding the availability of legislative-update seminars at the bottom of this post.] Recently, I covered several pro-gun bills that needed the governor’s signature. Where do things stand? Since the last update, Governor... [Read More]
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Guns At Work: What Are Your Rights in Pennsylvania?
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffCan your employer restrict your ability to carry firearms at the workplace? Click to watch Independent Program Attorney Justin McShane explain the rules for workplace self-defense in the Keystone State.
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Guns At Work: What Are Your Rights in Georgia?
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffCan your employer restrict your ability to carry firearms at the workplace? Click to watch Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo explain the rules for workplace self-defense in the Peach State.
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Guns At Work: What Are Your Rights in Virginia?
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffCan your employer restrict your ability to carry firearms at the workplace? Click to watch Independent Program Attorney Ed Riley explain the rules for workplace self-defense in the Commonwealth.
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Couric Beats Virginia Gun Group’s Libel Suit, For Now
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffA pro-gun group in Virginia is weighing its options after a federal judge in Richmond dismissed its defamation lawsuit against Katie Couric. The Virginia Citizens Defense League sued Couric in 2016, claiming her documentary “Under the Gun” defamed the group by making VCDL leaders appear “speechless” during an interview. Please see our previous coverage of the... [Read More]
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Guns At Work: What Are Your Rights in Colorado?
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffCan your employer restrict your ability to carry firearms at the workplace? Click to watch Independent Program Attorney Doug Richards explain the rules for workplace self-defense in the Centennial State.
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Helicopters, Hunting, Hot-Air Balloons, & Hogs
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffThere’s nothing quite like Texas Hog Hunting! It’s some of the most exciting hunting you can do anywhere. If you prefer hunting from a blind or stand, you can hog hunt. Prefer baiting your quarry to show up at the feeder? Texas hog hunting is for you! Hate the idea of hunting over bait but... [Read More]
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Campus Carry — Very Safe, Despite Worries from Anti-Gunners
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffMy recent op-ed in The Hill newspaper points out that while professors seem to be very concerned about allowing permitted concealed handguns on college campuses, their actions don’t match their rhetoric. While a professor’s resignation at the University of Kansas gets national news attention, for example, only one out of 2,600 faculty members has left... [Read More]
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Guns At Work: What Are Your Rights in Texas?
by U.S. & Texas LawShield StaffCan your employer restrict your ability to carry firearms at the workplace? Click to watch Emily Taylor, Independent Program Attorney with Walker & Byington, explain that in Texas, employers call the shots regarding workplace self-defense.
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