Article by: Associate Michael A. Carlin Several major legal cannabis companies in California are facing allegations of violating state law by collaborating with and signing labor peace agreements with organizations claiming to be labor unions but who have failed to genuinely advocate for workers’ rights. According to California law, cannabis companies with over 20 employees…
Zuber Lawler, led by Chicago partner Brian Beck, obtained a victory for its client RJITSCT LLC dba Respect The Look, including sanctions and a fee award against a “Schedule A” plaintiff. Respect The Look sells memorabilia online including a variety of decorative flags. It was surprised to find its PayPal account frozen around December 2021…
Article by: Radhi Shah, Lizzie Fanckboner, and Tom Zuber Exciting developments are underway in the Golden State, as California inches closer to legalizing certain psychedelics for individuals aged 21 and older. The bill (SB 58) has successfully passed through the California Senate, awaiting the final signature of Governor Gavin Newsom to become law. If approved,…
Article by: Radhi Shah, Janet Jackim, and Tom Zuber Summary In a groundbreaking development on August 29, 2023, the United States Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) recently concluded that, based upon its research into medical responses to the use of marijuana, scientific research evidence, and medical evaluations, it should not be a Schedule…