By Jeryl L. Olson, Patrick D. Joyce, Adam R. Young, Ilana R. Morady, and Craig B. Simonsen
Seyfarth Synopsis: The continued efforts of federal, state, and local governments to legalize cannabis, both in medical and recreational uses, leaves many potential impacts, including environmental law and regulatory issues in the manufacturing, processing, and distribution of cannabis
Continue Reading Future Enterprises and Environmental Impacts in the Cannabis Industry
By Condon McGlothlen, Adam R. Young, and Craig B. Simonsen
Seyfarth Synopsis: The Illinois General Assembly passed SB 1557, revising the language of the Recreational Cannabis Law to reduce but not completely eliminate employer liabilities.
As we previously blogged, the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act (410 ILCS 705) (the “Legalization Act”) will legalize recreational cannabis
Continue Reading Illinois General Assembly Passes Amendments to Recreational Cannabis Law That Help Reduce Employer Liability
By Leon Rodriguez, Adam R. Young, Thomas E. Ahlering, Sara Fowler, Jake R. Downing, Jessica M. Stricklin, Jay A. Gitles, Michael Rechtin, Suzanne L. Saxman, Aaron M. Gillett, Jason Priebe, and Scott A. Carlson
Seyfarth Synopsis: Stay ahead of the curve! The future is rapidly changing for health care providers. To keep up with emerging trends, changes and needs,
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By Adam R. Young, Michael L. DeMarino, Jennifer L. Mora, and Craig B. Simonsen
Seyfarth Synopsis: Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the new recreational cannabis bill, which contains extensive provisions regarding the extent of an employer’s right to ban and otherwise discipline employees for cannabis use. The legislation takes effect on Jan. 1, 2020.
Across the
Continue Reading High Times Continue – Illinois Enacts Recreational Cannabis Law
By Adam R. Young, Michael L. DeMarino, and Jennifer L. Mora
Seyfarth Synopsis: Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker is expected to sign a new recreational cannabis bill, which contains extensive provisions regarding the extent of an employer’s right to ban and otherwise discipline employees for cannabis use.
Across the country, states are moving to legalize medical and recreational
Continue Reading Half Baked — Illinois Legislature Includes Some Employer Protections in New Recreational Cannabis Law, But Creates Potential Liabilities