FBI Massively Underreports Cases Where Armed Citizens Stop Active Shooters (> 63.5%)
John Lott’s Crime Prevention Research Center recently compiled evidence (here) showing that the FBI is massively understating the number of active shooter incidents that are stopped by private armed citizens. Dr Lott points to systemic reasons why this might be...California Gun Trust Planning
Presentation by Attorney Dave Duringer clears up confusion over California Gun Trust Planning. What is a Gun Trust? Is a Gun Trust Effective? Is a Gun Trust Necessary? Is a Gun Trust Recommended? YES! Every California gun owner should have one! A regular trust might...Critique of “California Gun Laws” (2023 edition)
Last year I wrote this scathing review of Michel & Cubeiro’s 2022 edition of their popular book “California Gun Laws”. Actually, my harsh criticism was limited to the portions touching on estate planning. As far as I knew, the rest of the book...Died Suddenly #DiedSuddenly
[Hi it’s me Dave Duringer — no, I didn’t “die suddenly” (a concerned relative thought I did because this post came up on google in a way that gave that impression). No one in my family took the clot shot, although a distant cousin of mine...Best Time to Talk Turkey on Estate Planning? Thanksgiving and Christmas
Although it is tempting to add the Fourth of July, the best time of year for regular family discussion of estate planning is really the holiday season spanning from Thanksgiving through Christmas, of course including Hanukkah. The window may be expanded to New...Duringer Calls for Repeal of Morro Bay Ordinance # 644
You can skip entry of your email (but then you’ll miss out on some really great training): Morroans of all political stripes are shocked when they learn about Morro Bay Ordinance # 644, which requires that all guns at home in Morro Bay be locked up and...High-Tech Lynching of Dave Duringer in Morro Bay
This 30-second video below shows the famous incident where I held up a piece of plastic. You can skip the email input, but if you do that you’ll miss out on some important news and great training: The video below shows a couple of idiots saying they were...COVID Fascism News Roundup 20220929
RECENT COVID FASCISM NEWS Higher use of Covid mRNA shots correlates with a small but notable increase in all-cause mortality, according to a new paper from a Dutch researcher. Story here. A recent report from The Washington Free Beacon suggests the Centers for Disease...Second Amendment News Roundup 20220929
RECENT SECOND AMENDMENT NEWS Black women who once hated guns are embracing them as violence rises. Story here. Errors in Associated Press, the Washington Post, and the New York Times articles on how rarely concealed carry permit holders stop active shooters. Story...Cultural Marxism News Roundup 20220929
CULTURAL MARXISM NEWS Marijuana and hallucinogen use among young adults reached all-time high in 2021. Story here. Regular cannabis use in people’s mid-20s can cause permanent damage to brain development and legalizing the drug has WRONGLY presented it as...Support for BESS Wanes, Biden Orders Morro Bay Plant Converted to Crematorium
MORRO BAY, CA — At long last, the fate of the Morro Bay Power Plant is decided. Public support for Vistra’s Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) wanes with every new exploding Tesla, undt der Fuhrer Biden deems public support important, especially since...California Set to Approve List of Top 25 Places for Mass Shooting
UPDATE: SB 918 is dead, for now at least. Do you take psych meds for anxiety or depression? You’ll be happy to hear Governor Noisome is about to sign SB 918 approving a fantastic “best of” list of choice mass shooting venues throughout California!...What Happens to Your Business When You Die
You spend a significant part of your life building your business, and it becomes a major part of your legacy. But when you die, everything you have built could fall apart if you have not taken the time to create a business succession plan. Without a plan in place,...Common Pitfalls in Family-Owned Businesses
Your family and your business are two of your top priorities. You would not do anything to compromise either of them. But working with family members in a family-owned business presents unique challenges that can cause lasting damage to both if not properly managed....How to Handle Conflicts in Family-Owned Businesses
Conflicts are inevitable within businesses and families. Personal rivalries, differences of opinion, competition for resources, and questions of prestige can set individuals at odds and lead to warring factions with competing loyalties. Resolving conflicts in both...How to Protect Your Business from Lawsuits
Small business owners are no strangers to risk management. Owning and operating a small business entails a certain level of unpredictability. Despite your best efforts to stay on top of supply chains, marketing, sales, competitors, employees, and cash flow, unexpected...Business Trusts 101: What Entrepreneurs Should Know about Using a Business Trust
Trusts are usually associated with estate planning, but trusts can also apply to business operations. As a small business owner, you can hold the business in a trust instead of using a business entity such as a limited liability company (LLC) or corporation. Business...When Should I Think about Selling my Business?
Part of the reward of being a small business owner is seeing your hard work pay off over the years. The many sacrifices you made for your business can all seem worth it on the day you close a deal to sell your company. But if you are dreaming of that day, it will take...Japan’s Strict Gun Control Failed to Prevent Assassination
Breitbart reports: Japan has some of the most “restrictive” gun controls in the world – legal provisions that appeared not to prevent the assassination of former Prime Minister Abe Shinzo at the hands of an apparent lone gunman on Friday. It was a homemade shotgun....What Happens When an LLC Member Dies?
In theory, a limited liability company (LLC) can last in perpetuity. However, the owners of an LLC should plan for the day when they are no longer there to run their business. This includes not only situations like retirement or career change, but also a decidedly...What Is an Equity Purchase Agreement and Why Do I Need One?
An equity purchase agreement, also known as a share purchase agreement or stock purchase agreement, is a contract that transfers shares of a company from a seller to a buyer. Equity purchases can be used to acquire a business in whole or in part. They are frequently...22-year-old Handgunner with No Permit Stops AR-15 Armed Mall Attacker in Greenwood Indiana
Federal law unconstitutionally bans the sale of handguns to adults less than 21 years of age. Yet this 22-year-old hero, Elisjsha “Eli” Dicken, was alone able to take out a mall attacker armed with a rifle, who had already killed three and injured two....California Just Made This Picture of My Daughter Illegal (AB 2571)
California just enacted AB 2571 to restrict the ability of gun owners to transmit gun culture to their kids. This blatantly unconstitutional act bans advertising that may attract minors to firearms and the penalties for violation are huge, up to $25,000 per...Hobby or Business: What Factors Does the IRS Consider?
There are some activities we engage in outside of work strictly for personal reasons, with no thought of ever profiting from them. You might, for example, enjoy photography, hiking on the weekends, or collecting classic records. There is no monetary gain—and no...Firing with Grace
Small business owners are accustomed to having grace under fire when it comes to running their business. But it is just as necessary that they demonstrate grace when firing an employee. Due to harsh economic conditions, some sectors of the American economy had to...Can I Provide Services Instead of Capital to a New LLC?
Small business owners put their blood, sweat, and tears into ensuring the success of their company, which, though difficult to measure, are no less valuable than capital contributions. At the same time, if you are investing your time and energy into a limited...Supreme Court Sends Back Gun Cases that Upheld Bans on Open Carry, Magazines, Assault Weapons
The Supreme Court today (order list) issued “GVR’s” — granted certiorari, vacated judgment, and remanded to lower courts for reconsideration in light of NYSRPA v Bruen — in four cases that had upheld bans on open carry, magazines, and...How to Talk to Your Family About Business Succession
Benjamin Franklin famously quipped, “If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail.” From the very beginning, you had a plan for your business to succeed. You set goals and developed methods to achieve those goals. Your business has stood the test of time because you...California AG Bonta Doxes All California CCW Holders
If you have a California CCW, or if you have applied for one, then you were doxed yesterday and today by California Attorney General Rob Bonta and his merry band at DOJ. “Doxed” means a great deal of your personal, confidential information was released to...California AG Ditches Good Cause, Pitches Moral Character for CCW Denial (What is Bonta Smoking?)
Last Friday, one day after the Supreme Court’s landmark NYSRPA v Bruen decision (analyzed fully here), California’s Attorney General Rob Bonta rushed out a bizarre letter offering inept guidance to various state officials involved in issuing concealed...Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Praying Coach, School Violated His #1A Free Exercise and Free Speech Rights
In the case of Kennedy v Bremerton School District (slip opinion), SCOTUS today ruled in favor of a high school football coach who was terminated for kneeling and praying mid-game on school grounds, in violation of his First Amendment rights to free speech and to free...NYSRPA v Bruen Exceeds Expectations
Now that I’ve read the full majority opinion and concurrences, I have a few comments and predictions to make regarding NYSRPA v Bruen (I’ve omitted citations, so please just go to the actual opinion and use CTRL-F if you need to find something). I ignored...Supreme Court Overrules Roe v Wade, Returns Abortion Issue to People and Elected Reps
The Supreme Court of the United States, a few minutes ago, released its opinion in Dobbs v Jackson overturning both Roe v Wade and Planned Parenthood v Casey, thus returning the issue of abortion to the People and their elected representatives. The decision is either...Supreme Court Strikes Down Restriction on Right to Bear Arms in Public – NYSRPA v Bruen 6-3 Decision for 2A!
In a blockbuster decision released minutes ago, the Supreme Court of the United States has held with a solid 6-3 majority in the case of New York State Rifle & Pistol Association, Inc. v. Bruen, that New York’s statutory restriction against bearing arms...Supreme Court Strikes Down Maine’s Anti-Religious Tuition Assistance Program
In an opinion released today, the US Supreme Court struck down a Maine tuition assistance program assisting parents of kids located in districts without a secondary school to help them send their kids to private school. However, the program was for...The Basis Optimized Trust (BOT)
The Basis Optimized Trust (BOT) is an advanced option for planning that may yield better results than the more common types of irrevocable trusts, such as credit shelter (bypass) trusts, or qualified terminable interest property (QTIP) trusts, which have been the...59% of Ukrainians Support Right to Carry Gun in Public (Government Poll)
59% of Ukrainians who took part in a poll through the Dіia application are in favor of allowing all citizens to have a gun and carry it in public places. Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov announced this on Facebook, Ukrainian...This Month SCOTUS Will Recognize Your Right to Bear Arms – Are You Ready?
This month, June of 2022, the Supreme Court of the United States, in the case of NYSRPA v Bruen, will hold that you have a fundamental individual right to carry a firearm for self-defense outside of your home, in public. Not that you don’t already have that...Woman with Pistol Stops Attacker Firing AR-15 at Grad Party
In Charleston, West Virginia, a woman licensed to carry a pistol used it to stop a man who was shooting up a high school graduation party. The man was speeding at an apartment complex and was asked by party attendees to slow down, because of kids nearby. Apparently...Prodigal Son Breaks News To Dad That He Spent His Entire Inheritance On Gender Studies Degree
I stole the title of this post from a great Babylon Bee article that just came out. For those who don’t know, Babylon Bee is satire. Strangely, their satirical articles often do come true. And this particular title hews closely enough to family settings often...Ukrainian App Diia Launches Poll on Arming Civilians
[UPDATE — POLL RESULTS: 59% of Ukrainians supported right to carry gun in public] The Ukrainian application “Diia” (digital documents and government services) launched a survey on the attitude of Ukrainians to the legalization of weapons for...Another Mass Shooting at School without Armed Teachers
[UPDATE: If I’d have held off on posting a bit, the title might have been “Cops Kill 19 Kids and 3 Adults in Uvalde, TX”. So much info has come out putting cops in a bad light here, preventing not just parents entering but even preventing a border...NINTH CIRCUIT PANEL STRIKES SEMI-AUTO RIFLE BAN FOR YOUNG ADULTS
Good tidings from the Second Amendment Foundation: A three-judge panel for the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday struck down a California prohibition on sales of semiautomatic rifles to young adults in the 18-20-year-old range, remanding the case back...The BDOT Option for Trusted Beneficiaries
The Beneficiary Deemed Owner Trust (BDOT) is one of several options to consider for “trusted beneficiaries” (pun intended) to whom you are open to giving some access to trust income and/or principal. (Another option might be the Beneficiary Controlled...Israelis with gun licenses should carry arms, says Prime Minister
Since the drive-by terrorist shootings in Bnei Brak a couple of days ago, which killed five people and ended with the terrorist’s death in a gun battle with two police officers, one of whom was killed, Israel has decided to be more proactive in defending against...What would George Washington do in a Mass Shooting (or Ukraine)?
Mass Shooting First, the mass shooting scenario: Would George Washington run to the fire? Or would he simply call 911 and run to safety? None of us can know in advance whether we will be capable and willing to deliver heroism in such a situation. We can assume our...Vigano is Right to Fight NWO, Wrong to Appease Putin
Ukraine has replaced COVID in the news and it hits me personally because my wife’s entire family lives in eastern Ukraine. A nephew over there is like a brother to my daughter, due to the many summers she spent there as a child. Vigano Spreads False Russian...Critique of “California Gun Laws” (2022 edition)
This critique of the 2022 (9th) edition of “California Gun Laws” by C.D. “Chuck” Michel and Matthew D. Cubeiro is not a critique of the entire book, but only a small portion consisting of two sections, Section 3 (“Operation of Law”...Ukraine Beats US, Allows National Carry But Only Long Guns
It’s February 2022 and Ukraine has replaced SARS-CoV-2 as the focus of all news media. My wife is from Ukraine so for many years I blogged on Ukraine on my old World Examiner blog here. Recently I repurposed the WorldExaminer.com domain to point to a page on...
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