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New York Law Journal

With Cease & Desist Letters to Illegal Pot Operators, NY Aims to Curb Nation's Most Sophisticated Black Market

A cannabis industry lawyer applauded the effort, which comes before New York has issued any adult-use recreational marijuana licenses to store operators.
5 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

The Issues Surrounding Third-Party Lab Testing of Cannabis

While questions about safety-testing cannabis product may seem arcane, these questions will have very real-world consequences on the health of New Jersey's cannabis consumers and the safety of the industry overall.
7 minute read

New York Law Journal

Code §280E Planning Observations: 'Harborside' Case Hinges on Definition of 'Consists of'

Cannabis-related businesses should be aware of the 'Harborside' opinion and discuss with their tax advisers their ability to separate different lines of businesses to segregate expenses and better navigate the IRS waters and take advantage of state laws on same.
4 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

Dazed and Confused About Testing for Cannabis? Here's What NJ Employers Need to Know

Under CREAMMA, New Jersey employers can maintain a drug-free workplace, but they may need to modify certain policies and drug-testing programs in order to comply with state law employment protections.
10 minute read

Law.com

Higher Law: New Jersey Ponders Psilocybin | Lawsuit Targeting CannaRegs Dies | Clint Eastwood's Lawyers Win Attorney Fees in CBD-Related Suit | Democrats Press Biden for Action on Cannabis

New Jersey just launched an adult-use marijuana program. Now a key lawmaker says it's time to consider legalizing psilocybin.
8 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

Bringing It All Back Home: Cannabis and Zoning

Cannabis license applicants must consider how zoning will impact their contemplated business operations in any given New Jersey municipality. In short, zoning will dictate where, when, and "how"—that is, what conditions are attached to your operation.
9 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

The Complexity of Federalism and Cannabis Law

How can three-fourths of the states have laws in direct conflict with a federal statute? This article answers that question by exploring the history of cannabis legalization and how it illustrates the practical realities of federalism.
8 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

Given the Federal Ban, Must an Employer Pay for an Injured Worker's Medical Marijuana?

A 2-2 split among four states' high courts (including New Jersey) has muddied the waters in answering this question. This article looks at developments in this area and what might come next.
8 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

Cannabis 2? Hesitation Greets Measure to Legalize Psychedelic Mushrooms

"In New Jersey, we had a very tight medical marijuana system." In the psilocybin bill, "I'm not sure I see the same rigor in terms of demonstrating a need for it," said Scott Coffina, a former Burlington County prosecutor.
6 minute read

New Jersey Law Journal

Obtaining a Cannabis License in NJ: Practical Guidance for Applicants and Hopeful Operators

For cannabis entrepreneurs in New Jersey, a long, onerous process awaits. Here is an overview of what it takes to apply for a cannabis license.
6 minute read

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