Cannabis
The cannabis industry in Georgia may be in its infancy, but it is poised for tremendous growth. As companies form and major players move into the state, a key for success is having counsel that understands the regulatory environment as well as the practical business and employment law challenges you face. Elarbee Thompson has a longstanding relationship with Georgia manufacturers, agricultural concerns and state and local government, and as a result of this deep and diverse experience, we are perfectly positioned to partner with you to achieve your business objectives.
Our attorneys can work with your in-house team or serve as outsourced legal counsel aiding you with issues like:
- Navigating changing state and local laws
- Working through the federal and state hemp licensing process
- Developing effective policies and procedures
- Hiring independent contractors and properly classifying employees
- Drafting effective confidentiality and non-compete agreements to protect your business and assets
- Labor relations and union issues
- Mass tort litigation and class actions
- Wage and hour audits and guidance
- Federal and state audits of hemp records
- OSHA compliance
- Immigration issues