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    NJ Workers’ Compensation Judge Rules Claimant Entitled to Insurance Coverage for Medical Marijuana post image

    NJ Workers’ Compensation Judge Rules Claimant Entitled to Insurance Coverage for Medical Marijuana

    An injured municipal worker is entitled to insurance coverage for medical marijuana, according to a recent decision by a New Jersey workers’ compensation judge. In reaching its decision, the judge rejected the argument that it's unconstitutional for a court to order an insurance carrier to pay for treatment because it conflicts with federal law.

    Author: Daniel T. McKillop

    Link to post with title - "NJ Workers’ Compensation Judge Rules Claimant Entitled to Insurance Coverage for Medical Marijuana"
    New Jersey Medicinal Marijuana Program on Road to Expansion, Is Full Legalization Next? post image

    New Jersey Medicinal Marijuana Program on Road to Expansion, Is Full Legalization Next?

    Efforts to expand New Jersey’s Medicinal Marijuana Program are progressing rapidly. An estimated 800 applicants recently attended the New Jersey Department of Health’s (DOH) mandatory conference, all hoping to become one of the state’s six new alternative treatment centers (ATCs).

    Author: Daniel T. McKillop

    Link to post with title - "New Jersey Medicinal Marijuana Program on Road to Expansion, Is Full Legalization Next?"
    How to Become One of New Jersey’s Six New Medical Marijuana Dispensaries post image

    How to Become One of New Jersey’s Six New Medical Marijuana Dispensaries

    New Jersey is moving forward with efforts to expand its medical marijuana program. The state is currently seeking applicants to operate six new medicinal marijuana dispensaries — two each in the northern, central and southern regions of New Jersey. “We look forward to the opening of six new dispensaries so we can ensure that all […]

    Author: Daniel T. McKillop

    Link to post with title - "How to Become One of New Jersey’s Six New Medical Marijuana Dispensaries"
    New Jersey Legislature Advancing Bill to Expand Medical Marijuana Program post image

    New Jersey Legislature Advancing Bill to Expand Medical Marijuana Program

    The New Jersey Assembly Health and Senior Services Committee recently advanced legislation that aims to expand the state’s medical marijuana program. A-3740-3437 (the “Bill”), would expand access to medical marijuana for patients as well as clear the way for additional alternative treatment centers (ATCs).

    Author: Daniel T. McKillop

    Link to post with title - "New Jersey Legislature Advancing Bill to Expand Medical Marijuana Program"
    What is the Process for Obtaining New Jersey Marijuana Dispensary Licenses? post image

    What is the Process for Obtaining New Jersey Marijuana Dispensary Licenses?

    New Jersey is working toward legalization of recreational marijuana and the State is actively expanding its medical marijuana program. Licensing of marijuana retailers and additional medical dispensaries will be critical components of these efforts.  Two bills currently in committee give indications of how New Jersey plans to proceed with such licensing.

    Author: Daniel T. McKillop

    Link to post with title - "What is the Process for Obtaining New Jersey Marijuana Dispensary Licenses?"
    NJBiz Panel Discussion, "Business of Cannabis," May 22, 2018 post image

    NJBiz Panel Discussion, "Business of Cannabis," May 22, 2018

    SH Attorney, Dan McKillop, To Speak in NJBiz Event: Business of Cannabis Daniel T. McKillop, is Chair of Scarinci Hollenbeck’s Cannabis Law practice group. He is speaking in an event entitled,”Business of Cannabis: A Panel Discussion”. The event, hosted by NJBiz,  features a panel of several industry experts. They will discuss the regulatory, financial, and operating […]

    Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

    Link to post with title - "NJBiz Panel Discussion, "Business of Cannabis," May 22, 2018"
    Federal Court to Address Key Issue Impacting Medical Cannabis Dispensaries post image

    Federal Court to Address Key Issue Impacting Medical Cannabis Dispensaries

    A federal judge recently agreed to decide a case that could have a significant impact on medical cannabis dispensaries across the country. The dispute centers on whether a deed restriction that forbids any “unlawful” purpose can be used to prohibit the operation of a medical marijuana dispensary.

    Author: Daniel T. McKillop

    Link to post with title - "Federal Court to Address Key Issue Impacting Medical Cannabis Dispensaries"
    Social Justice Arguments in favor of Marijuana Legalization post image

    Social Justice Arguments in favor of Marijuana Legalization

    In supporting the legalization of marijuana in New Jersey, Governor-elect Phil Murphy is not focused solely on the potential revenue the cannabis industry could generate for the state. Rather, he is also a vocal proponent of decriminalizing the drug as a means to promote social justice. “The criminalization of marijuana has only served to clog […]

    Author: Donald Scarinci

    Link to post with title - "Social Justice Arguments in favor of Marijuana Legalization"
    Medical Cannabis Dispensary Seeking Immunity in IRS Audit post image

    Medical Cannabis Dispensary Seeking Immunity in IRS Audit

    A medical cannabis dispensary in Colorado is asking the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for immunity from federal drug prosecution before providing documents requested in a tax audit. The case highlights that the existing conflict between state and federal law can cause serious legal issues for New Jersey cannabis businesses.

    Author: Daniel T. McKillop

    Link to post with title - "Medical Cannabis Dispensary Seeking Immunity in IRS Audit"

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