Posts Tagged ‘small cannabis businesses’
Navigating Commercial Insurance for Towing Companies in California
Protecting Your Business, Not Just Your Vehicles Navigating commercial insurance for towing companies in California and beyond. In the fast-paced world of towing and transportation unexpected challenges are part of the job. From roadside assistance in the San Fernando Valley to equipment hauling across Los Angeles Ventura County or even expansive stretches of San Bernardino County…
Read MoreRisk Management Insurance
Risk management is the process of spotting the “what-ifs” in your business—then having a plan (and coverage) in place in case they actually happen. Risk Management Insurance isn’t just one policy. It’s more like a strategy that includes the right combination of insurance coverages tailored to the specific risks your business faces. These can include:…
Read MoreHow All Businesses Can Maximize Cyber Insurance
How All Businesses Can Maximize Cyber Insurance Coverage in a Shifting Risk Environment In today’s fast-evolving cyber threat landscape, having a properly structured cyber liability insurance policy is no longer optional—it’s essential. Businesses across every sector, from healthcare to retail, manufacturing to finance, are facing increased risks from ransomware, data breaches, and operational disruptions. As…
Read MoreTime for a Cannabis Policy Reset
Time for a Cannabis Policy Reset: Outdated Regulations Are Fueling the Illicit Market State cannabis regulators are still operating under rules designed for a brand-new industry—and that’s become a big problem. Instead of helping the legal cannabis market thrive, these outdated frameworks are making it harder for licensed businesses to survive. Meanwhile, the illicit…
Read MoreRansomware Attacks Are Rising
Ransomware continues to be a major threat to businesses of all sizes. Recent reports from cyber insurance providers show a surge in cybercriminal activity—and experts are urging companies to ramp up their defenses. These attacks usually start when a cybercriminal—often referred to as a “threat actor”—breaks into a company’s system, encrypts or steals…
Read MoreCalifornia’s Cannabis Excise Tax Set to Increase
California’s Cannabis Excise Tax Set to Increase: Industry Concerns Grow California’s cannabis industry is bracing for a significant excise tax increase, set to take effect on July 1, 2025. The statewide cannabis excise tax on dispensary sales will rise from 15% to 19%, a 27% increase, adding to existing state and local taxes. In…
Read MoreCannabis Vape Companies Face Safety Concerns Amid Rising Tariffs
Major cannabis vape companies are shifting their manufacturing operations away from China due to increasing tariffs that could pose safety risks for consumers. Rising Tariffs and Industry Impact The U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on vape products made in China back in 2018, during President Trump’s administration. This move pushed many cannabis vape companies to…
Read MoreSan Diego Cannabis Tax Increase
San Diego Cannabis Tax Increase: What Dispensaries and Consumers Need to Know San Diego is raising its cannabis sales tax in an effort to generate an additional $4 million in revenue to help close the city’s $258 million budget deficit. However, concerns are growing that higher taxes may drive cannabis consumers to shop elsewhere.…
Read MoreRising Break-Ins in Los Angeles: How Small Businesses Can Protect Themselves
Rising Break-Ins in Los Angeles: How Small Businesses Can Protect Themselves Los Angeles has recently seen a troubling surge in break-ins targeting small businesses, leaving owners facing significant financial burdens and security concerns. From West Hollywood to South Los Angeles, these incidents have become increasingly frequent, underscoring the need for better security, awareness, and…
Read MoreCalifornia FAIR Plan Approves $1 Billion Assessment for Wildfire Claims
California FAIR Plan Approves $1 Billion Assessment for Wildfire Claims California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has approved a $1 billion assessment on admitted market insurers to help cover claims from the Los Angeles wildfires. The assessment, requested by the California FAIR Plan, is the first in more than 30 years and aims to strengthen the…
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