The CARES Act for California Cannabis Business

April 28 2020 in COVID-19, Marijuana Business

Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act at the end of March, providing much-needed financial relief for individuals and businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. Your business might benefit from the CARES Act, but it remains to be seen how your eligibility i...

MJ Biz Daily: Attorney McElfresh on Weedmaps Subpoena & Marijuana Industry Scrutiny

April 27 2020 in Media Coverage

Marijuana Business Daily: April 27, 2020 - A federal grand jury subpoena was served to Weedmaps owner Ghost Management Group, which named numerous employees, officers, various investors and others in the cannabis industry. The investigation is at least partially focused on Weedmaps’ relationshi...

We’re Monitoring COVID-19 & Here to Help

March 19 2020 in COVID-19

To Our Valued Clients and Those Looking for Answers, COVID-19 has impacted the lives of many in and around San Diego. As the situation continues to evolve, McElfresh Law wants to reassure our clients and community that we are taking this situation seriously, and putting safety measures in place tha...

Even Whoopi Goldberg Isn’t Exempt From Cannabis Industry Challenges

March 6 2020 in Marijuana Business

California’s rocky transition from medical to adult use cannabis is taking its toll. Companies that once thrived under the medical use rules are now shutting their doors as they face new licensing and packaging requirements. One of the highest profile cannabis companies to recently go under is Wh...

Cannabis Industry 101: Best Marijuana Jobs in California

February 7 2020 in Legal Blog, Marijuana Business

The cannabis industry is one of the fastest-growing job fields in the country. It is projected to create over 1 million jobs by 2025. Aside from the typical positions in marijuana retail, there are various jobs in the cannabis industry that cover numerous interests and skills. However, there are ...

Starting a Cannabis Delivery Service in California

January 29 2020 in Marijuana Business

Starting a cannabis delivery service is one of the best ways to gain a foothold in the fast-paced California cannabis industry. But it’s not without challenges. Delivery businesses can maximize profits by avoiding the costs associated with running a brick and mortar retail store. However, they a...

NBC 7 Interview: Attorney McElfresh Discusses Cannabis Applications in Chula Vista

January 27 2020 in Media Coverage, Recreational Marijuana

NBC 7 San Diego: January 23, 2020 - 136 retail cannabis applications have been submitted in Chula Vista with the first 20 all denied The green crosses are still a common sight in Chula Vista, but many of these dispensaries are likely operating illegally. Applications are currently being accepted fo...

California’s Cannabis Industry: What to Expect in 2020?

January 2 2020 in Federal Marijuana Issues, Marijuana Business, Medical Marijuana, Recreational Marijuana

2019 was a tumultuous year for California’s cannabis industry, and 2020 will be no different. Several legal cases and legislative initiatives may reshape the state’s cannabis industry in ways that no one can completely foresee, adding uncertainty to the tenuous new industry. Despite the uncer...

California Suspended Nearly 400 Cannabis Licenses – How to Stay Compliant

December 30 2019 in Marijuana Business, Medical Marijuana, Recreational Marijuana

California’s troubled cannabis industry faced yet another hurdle last month when the Bureau of Cannabis Control (BCC), the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) suspended over 400 business licenses across the state. The affected...

Can I Buy a CA Cannabis License on the Secondary Market

December 15 2019 in Marijuana Business

Unlike some states, in California you cannot buy a state cannabis license from a person or entity that already owns one. Under state law, cannabis business licenses are non-transferable, meaning that they cannot be bought, sold, or leased. However, there is a way around this. Although you cannot b...

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