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The United States Supreme Court is the highest court of the United States and is charged with interpreting federal law, including the United States Constitution. The Court's docket is largely discretionary... more +
The United States Supreme Court is the highest court of the United States and is charged with interpreting federal law, including the United States Constitution. The Court's docket is largely discretionary with only a limited number of cases granted review each term.  The Court is comprised of one chief justice and eight associate justices, who are nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate to hold lifetime positions. less -
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THC Found in CBD Tincture ‘Sparks’ Statutory Debate: SCOTUS Permits Fired Employee To Sue Cannabis Businesses Under CIVIL RICO Law

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In Medical Marijuana, Inc. et al v. Horn, 604 U.S. ___ (2025), the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) engaged in a lively statutory interpretation debate over the reach of the civil provisions of the Racketeer...more

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Supreme Court Issues New RICO Decision

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The Supreme Court’s decision clarifies the civil damages provision of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. On April 2, 2025, the Supreme Court issued a decision in Medical Marijuana, Inc. v. Horn,...more

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Supreme Court Expands the Scope of Injuries under RICO

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On April 2, 2025, the Supreme Court significantly expanded the scope of injuries entitled to treble damages under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (“RICO”).  The Supreme Court held in Medical Marijuana,...more

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Supreme Court Decides Medical Marijuana, Inc. v. Horn

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On April 2, 2025, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a decision in Medical Marijuana, Inc. v. Horn, No. 23-365, holding that the RICO civil cause of action for “[a]ny person injured in his business or property,” 18...more

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