Greenspoon Marder Secures Legal Victory in Class Action Lawsuit for Cannabis Client

Cannabis Apr 28, 2025 Chicago, IL

Chicago, Ill. — April 28, 2025,  Greenspoon Marder is pleased to announce the dismissal of a class action lawsuit involving allegations against our clients, Shelby County Community Services and SCCS Solutions, for unlawfully characterizing its RSO product as a concentrate rather than a cannabis-infused product and exceeding Illinois’ THC limits. After full briefing and oral arguments, the lawsuit was dismissed by a McHenry County judge, marking a pivotal win for the cannabis industry, which has been recently mired by such lawsuits.

The case was led by Greenspoon Marder partner Ryan Holz with assistance from Cannabis Law Group co-chair Irina Dashevsky and partners Douglas Sargent and David Standa, who successfully argued that the claims against their client were unfounded. Although the case was dismissed without prejudice, the Court emphasized the strength of the defense’s arguments and the lack of merit in the allegations:

“Every single point defense counsel made is a winning argument, literally, without exception. I could not find a mistake in the motion to dismiss…”

“We are thrilled with the court’s decision to dismiss this case without prejudice,” said Mr. Holz. “Class actions can pose significant challenges for cannabis companies, often threatening their operations and growth. This victory not only protects our client but also sets a precedent that reinforces the importance of accurate and fair legal standards in the cannabis industry.”

This outcome highlights Greenspoon Marder’s commitment to defending the interests of its clients and the broader cannabis community. Our Cannabis Law Group has an experienced team of litigators who are well-equipped to assist cannabis businesses facing complex commercial and class action matters, in both state and federal courts at all levels. Furthermore, our trial attorneys have a proven track record in handling large-scale disputes, navigating the unique legal challenges cannabis businesses face. If your cannabis business is facing litigation, contact Greenspoon Marder’s team today.

About Greenspoon Marder

Greenspoon Marder LLP is a full-service law firm with over 225 attorneys and more than 20 office locations across the United States. With operations from Miami to New York and from Denver to Los Angeles, our firm attracts some of the nation’s top talent in key markets and innovation hubs. Our core practice areas include Real Estate, Litigation, and Transactional Services, complemented by the capabilities of a full-service firm. Greenspoon Marder has maintained a spot on The American Lawyer’s Am Law 200 as one of the top law firms in the U.S. since 2015, and our goal is to provide exceptional client service by developing a thorough understanding of each client’s business needs and objectives in order to provide strategic, cost-effective solutions.

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