by Attorney Sean Maloney | Feb 7, 2017 | Self Defense
The Lethal Force Triad: Ability, Opportunity and Jeopardy by Drew Beatty Use of deadly force is determined to be justifiable or not in the eyes of the courts and/or a jury. Of the many factors that come into play regarding use of force, the determination whether the...
by Attorney Sean Maloney | Feb 2, 2017 | Self Defense
How to Avoid Negligent Discharges by Drew Beatty I’ve often heard it said in the firearms community that there are no accidental discharges, there are only negligent discharges. I tend to agree with this assessment. Negligence is legally defined as: Conduct that...
by Attorney Sean Maloney | Jan 31, 2017 | Self Defense
Essential Personal Protection Equipment for the Range by Drew Beatty Thousands of articles have been written about essential range safety equipment, but it is always worth reviewing again. If you spend any time shooting recreationally, ear protection and eye...
by Attorney Sean Maloney | Jan 26, 2017 | Self Defense
Why Hollow Point Ammunition is the Safer Choice by Drew Beatty Hollow point ammunition is often vilified by politicians and the media. Many of you are likely old enough to remember the attacks on Winchester Black Talon hollow point ammunition in the 1990s, which was...
by Attorney Sean Maloney | Jan 24, 2017 | Self Defense
3 Bad Concealed Carry Habits by Trent Marsh Carry a defensive weapon often enough and you will develop habits. Some good, some bad. The single greatest advantage the concealed carrier has is the element of surprise. A hostile party who is unaware of a concealed weapon...
by Attorney Sean Maloney | Jan 19, 2017 | Self Defense
3 Common Pistol Shooting Stances by Drew Beatty Shooting a handgun is an individual pursuit. Individuals have many different body shapes, sizes, and arm and leg lengths. What works well for one person may not work well for another. Also, different situations or...
