MARKET INSIGHTS

Is a cannabis patent war on the horizon?

Cannabis business clients may soon face new patent-related risks.

CASE STUDY

Does workers' compensation have to reimburse for medical marijuana?

A court case questions whether an employer should reimburse an employee for the prescribed use of medical marijuana after a work-related accident.

NEWS

Cannabis businessowners policy approved in Nevada

This comprehensive policy provides coverage for cannabis manufacturers, distributors, processors and dispensaries.

NEWS

Calif. DOI clears hurdles for potential licensees with cannabis convictions

Certain individuals with past cannabis convictions can now pursue insurance-related licenses under Commissioner Lara's directive.

EXPERT OPINION

Practical considerations for insuring cannabis, hemp & CBD

The conflict between state and federal laws puts traditional federal "rights" out of reach for cannabis businesses and insurers.

SLIDESHOW

13 P&C insurance concerns related to legal cannabis

While some carriers worry about marijuana's legal status, others are concerned about their competitors getting ahead.

MARKET INSIGHTS

New bill aims to help cannabis businesses obtain insurance

The bill would establish a 'safe harbor' that would prevent federal criminal prosecution and civil liability for agents, brokers and insurers.

NEWS

Florida governor wants new hearing in major cannabis case

The state argues that an appellate court's decision "leaves Florida's medical marijuana program in 'a regulatory twilight zone'."

MARKET INSIGHTS

Insuring cannabis companies remains problematic

Carriers working with marijuana companies still face legal and regulatory challenges — despite the booming marijuana legalization movement.

ANALYSIS

Employee marijuana use: Are organizations prepared?

More than one-third of business owners say they are not yet prepared to manage the impact of legalized marijuana on the workplace.