LIABILITY ISSUES RELATED TO THE MARIJUANA INDUSTRY

The production and retail sale of marijuana is a new, burgeoning industry which faces numerous issues. This article summarizes issues faced by those involved in the construction and ownership of marijuana facilities.  Federalism. While states have decriminalized marijuana use and production, it remains a federal crime. The consequences flowing from the federal prohibition remain significant, as concerns about violating federal law have impacted banking, insurance and other basic professional services necessary for marijuana businesses to function.

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Jeffrey Ruebel

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