December 2012

While Massachusetts voters recently legalized medical marijuana, the debate is far from over.  Towns and landlords are left struggling to protect themselves while also complying with existing laws. Several Massachusetts towns and cities have discussed banning dispensaries altogether through the use of zoning bylaws and ordinances.  Others want to move them to adult or medical-zoned […]

Over the last few months, we have told you about the emerging concept of the B-Corp, which has since become an option for Massachusetts companies.  Since its introduction to the state, five companies have elected to be designated as B-Corps, in order to pursue a wide variety of business objectives.  These companies include Dancing Deer Baking Co. […]

In October, we spotlighted a new type of corporation: the B Corp.   This month, Mass. became the 10th state to allow this corporate structure, which allows companies to look beyond profit to take into account social and environmental needs and attract investors who share these concerns. Read more: Mass. Allows Companies to File as Benefit Corporations