In Medscape's 2014 Compensation Report, radiologists fall fifth from the top among all physicians, with average earnings of $340,000. As in previous Medscape reports, orthopedists are the earning leaders, followed by cardiologists. Urologists and gastroenterologists are tied for third place.
The proposed law from the Campaign to Regulate Marijuana Like Alcohol in Massachusetts would legalize recreational marijuana use for those 21 and older. Proponents say they aim to create a regulated and taxed market, removing marijuana sales from the criminal sphere.
Absent a local ordinance, state law will allow 100 square feet of medical cannabis for a patient, and allow caregivers to grow 500 square feet for up to five patients. State licensing for commercial-sized medical marijuana farms is allowable under the new law, provided locals approve. Existing entities can operate with local approval until January 1, 2018. Read more and contact a Cal NORML legal committee attorney.