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The Japanese Firearm And Sword Possession Control Law: Translator's Introduction, Mark Alleman
The Japanese Firearm And Sword Possession Control Law: Translator's Introduction, Mark Alleman
Washington International Law Journal
Japan's Firearm and Sword Possession Control Law was amended in 1993 and again in 1995, partially in response to changing firearms confiscation demographics. In the past, most firearms were confiscated from members of organized crime groups, and the Japanese viewed firearms largely as a danger related to organized crime. However, confiscation statistics suggest that firearms are moving into the hands of the general population, increasing the risk firearms pose to public safety in Japan. In response to this trend, Japan amended the Firearm and Sword Possession Control Law in 1993 and 1995 by adding add new crimes, more severe punishments, …
Firearm And Sword Possession Control Law, Mark Alleman
Firearm And Sword Possession Control Law, Mark Alleman
Washington International Law Journal
This Law sets forth safety regulations necessary for the prevention of harm related to the possession and use of firearms and swords.
Rico Rights For Erisa Wrongs: Can Plaintiffs Find Relief Despite Erisa Preemption Of State-Law Claims?, Alan R. Ross
Rico Rights For Erisa Wrongs: Can Plaintiffs Find Relief Despite Erisa Preemption Of State-Law Claims?, Alan R. Ross
Washington Law Review
The Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) preempts state laws that relate to employee benefit plans and allows only equitable relief for those who are injured by decisions of ERISA plan administrators. Even though the interpretation of ERISA's preemptive power has changed since 1974, ERISA still poses a significant challenge to plaintiffs in actions for damages against plan administrators. This Comment suggests that another federal law, the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), which is explicitly not preempted by ERISA, may provide relief. The challenges that a plaintiff bringing an action against plan administrators may face include …