marijuana businesses

It’s important to remember that cannabis laws in California are nuanced. Those looking to start marijuana-related businesses need to understand that various laws may apply differently, depending on the type of business, the location and numerous other factors. While...

California’s legal cannabis industry has long been regarded as a model for safe, regulated marijuana production. However, the state is now facing a serious challenge related to pesticides in cannabis products. In recent months, there’s been a big push to put cannabis...

Cannabis businesses in weed-friendly states like California continue to thrive, especially when under sound business management. However, they still face many of the legal and financial risks that can threaten any business. There are many ways to limit your business...

With serious criminal offenses, it’s usually the most violent crimes that take up most of the headlines. While this is understandable, there is a different bracket of crimes that can also result in severe penalties. White collar crimes may not involve violent...

Any entity that provides products to consumers can face a product liability claim if someone suffers harm from a defective product. Since the cannabis industry is still evolving, even here in California, those operating a marijuana business may be at more risk. So,...

The tremendous growth (and growth potential) of the American cannabis industry attracts many entrepreneurs. Some enjoy the challenge of building a company from the ground up, while others welcome shortcuts that may allow them to become a business owner faster....

In recent years, the cannabis market in California has quickly grown to become one of the state's biggest and most lucrative industries. Legalizing recreational marijuana in 2016 made it easier for commercial enterprises to operate legally – entailing more access to a...

If you’re in the process of setting up a new cannabis business in California, one of your considerations will be the type of entity you create. There are a number of different ways you can do it and what’s right for you will be a personal decision considering the...

As a cannabis business owner, you may be aware of the additional scrutiny from enforcement and investigatory bodies. The time and resources that these investigations require from you can feel burdensome and impactful on your business.  If you’ve been given notice that...

The California cannabis industry is rapidly growing. One of the most effective ways of jumping into the cannabis industry is merging or acquiring an existing business, commonly known as M&A. However, it is important to remember that the cannabis industry is unlike...