Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2020

Today I want to look at some policy exclusions to point out potentially problematic terms that you may notice when reviewing your insurance contract during your annual insurance audit. This results in many business owners meaning to read the contract but rarely getting beyond the coverage jacket on the first page of the policy.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 6, 2023

In stark contrast to the trend, the Court went on to write that Congress did not adopt a “zero tolerance” policy for any illegality. It wrote that “some of the largest business bankruptcy cases, like Pacific Gas & Electric Co. … of ‘Erin Brockovich’ fame, involve alleged or actual criminal activity.”

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Cannabis Law Report

MARCH 29, 2019

Prior to opening her own firm, she was appointed as Senior Policy Advisor at the Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation, where she developed regulations and negotiated with stakeholders regarding the implementation of the Medical Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MCRSA). Authored By: An-Chi Tsou.

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The Blunt Truth

JANUARY 20, 2023

Speaking of CBD, Google makes changes to its advertising policies. CBD ADVERTISING If you’ve wondered why you’ve never seen CBD advertising when you’re searching Google (even if you blog about cannabis news every week…), the answer is that the products are currently on Google’s Unapproved Pharmaceuticals and Supplements list.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Blog Post is Co-Authored by Jerry Hincka from EHS Support As readers of this blog well know, the cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing and most regulated industries in the United States.

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SpeedWeed

JULY 20, 2021

Keep reading for a dozen great blogs, podcasts, newsletters, and daily alerts that can help you stay up-to-date in this continually evolving industry. Read the Right Blogs and Websites. Written by professional journalists, this blog is a must for anyone who wants to follow what’s happening in the cannabis industry. Ganjapreneur.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 8, 2023

The request came down via the Energy and Commerce Committee on July 27, when it published a Request for Information ( RFI ) to “interested parties” on the topic. The short answer is that Congress has another shot at the Farm Bill, which is the primary agricultural and food policy instrument of the federal government.

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The Joint Blog

JANUARY 30, 2020

With the MLB easing its policy on marijuana use, players in the NFL are hoping that, and asking for their league to do the same. Now, former football players told Reuters a similar policy would be a positive step for management of chronic pain in the NFL. The bottom line is just to give players choices,” said Davis. “To

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Canna Law Blog

JULY 31, 2023

This year, the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) likely will look at, to start: temporary rules it had adopted under the Governor’s clumsy tax compliance mandate; the 2023 legislative session’s new cannabis laws ; leftover business from the 2022 session; and certain COVID-era policies. It did not identify topics for rulemaking.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 19, 2023

So CBD companies on the receiving end of this letter – or who receive similar letters in the future – may have a difficult time sifting through the FTC’s myriad different policies. As mentioned, we will probably dive further into these topics in future blog posts, but wanted to get a short summary out now.

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Canna Law Blog

MARCH 7, 2020

Hemp CBD topicals represent a significant percentage of the booming CBD market. Add to that the issue of adulteration and the sad reality that many CBD topicals–and CBD products, generally –contain dangerous substances. We’ll continue to update you on any other regulatory development via this blog.

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Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Blog Post is Co-Authored by Jerry Hincka from EHS Support. As readers of this blog well know, the cannabis industry is one of the fastest growing and most regulated industries in the United States.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 25, 2021

What rights do Connecticut employers have if they have a drug-free workplace policy? In the case of a job applicant, an employer can rescind an offer or a conditional job offer if an applicant tests positive for recreational marijuana so long as the employer makes the policy available to the applicant at the time of offer.

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The Joint Blog

MAY 3, 2020

Although it may come as a surprise to many in the mainstream and those who don’t pay attention to marijuana-related topics, many public and private universities offer both courses, certificates and degrees related to marijuana and its many compounds including CBD. “It is also one of the most highly regulated. .”

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The Blunt Truth

OCTOBER 15, 2019

We had previously blogged on The Stoned Age: What the CBD Craze Means for Employers and Their Substance Abuse Policies , CBD is Everywhere – But Where Does the FDA Stand? , As noted in our previous blogs, CBD is a recent and largely unregulated industry. Educating employees about CBD and zero tolerance policies.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 12, 2024

Employers have the right to enforce drug-free workplace policies and may choose to terminate or discipline employees who test positive for marijuana, even if it’s for medical purposes. Employers have the responsibility to maintain a safe work environment and enforce drug-free workplace policies.

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NORML

JUNE 5, 2020

For NORML’s 50th anniversary, every Friday we will be posting a blog from NORML’s Founder Keith Stroup as he reflects back on a lifetime as America’s foremost marijuana smoker and legalization advocate. This is the sixth in a series of blogs on the history of NORML and the legalization movement.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2020

On the other side of the country our nation’s capital has its own ballot initiative on psychedelics, Initiative 81, formally known as the Entheogenic Plant and Fungus Policy Act of 2020. For more on the use of psychedelics for religious purposes, on that topic, see this excellent article by my colleague, Griffen Thorne, and this one.

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Canna Law Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Griffen’s article is just one of many parsing the language of the 2018 Farm Bill and a 2023 DEA letter on the topic. When Oregon adopted that standard in 2019, it seemed to fly under the radar, though we did our best to publicize it here on the blog. You probably don’t want to read all of that today. “But

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Cannabis Law Report

JUNE 24, 2019

The inclusion of adult-use programs is a significant expansion of the existing policy, which has protected state-legal medical cannabis programs from federal intervention since 2014. Irina has advised clients on topics ranging from obtaining state-level licenses in multiple jurisdictions to appropriate internal policies and procedures.

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The Blunt Truth

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

As we previously blogged, the Illinois Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act will legalize recreational cannabis for Illinois adults starting January 1, 2020. Further, the Act noted that employers have the right to discipline or terminate an employee who violates the employer’s workplace drug policy.

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 2, 2019

It appears (at least for now) that the FDA is poised to send warning letters to companies selling Hemp CBD topicals IF those topicals are marketed in a way that makes them “drugs” Stay tuned to the Canna Law Blog for more on the FDA’s position on Hemp CBD.

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MMJ Recs

MARCH 16, 2024

Recent trends indicate a growing interest in alternative forms of consumption, such as edibles, topicals, and concentrates, in addition to traditional flower products. Policy decisions related to taxation, zoning, and advertising also impact the industry’s operations and growth trajectory.

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Cannabis Law Report

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

This blog post will discuss the rulemaking timeline and provide updates regarding policy recommendations from the five subcommittees. OHA will conduct rulemaking on those topics in September 2022 and rules will go into effect on December 30, 2022. Rulemaking Timeline. Equity Subcommittee. Training Subcommittee Updates.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

This is a frequent topic on this blog, with my colleague Alison Malsbury in particular keeping close tabs on developments in the United States. According to one intellectual property lawyer quoted by Valor Econômico in an article about the topic, the process is “ super subjective.”

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Cannabis Law Report

JULY 19, 2021

While the likelihood of passage is slim in the short-term, this is an important mile-marker and thoughtful comments will be critical as the industry takes steps to influence public policy. MORE Act: The Senators’ proposal addresses themes of social equity, criminal justice, and taxation reforms related to cannabis, among other topics.

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Canna Law Blog

AUGUST 16, 2020

hosted a virtual panel consisting of experts in California cannabis regulatory, policy and legal issues. The topic of this webinar was whether the commercial cannabis rush in California has come to a close, or if it’s just taking a different form as the market and its investors mature and expand. On August 11, dot.LA

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Canna Law Blog

APRIL 7, 2023

Cannabis and insolvency — including potential bankruptcy relief for adjacent businesses — is a timely topic. See yesterday’s post by Jihee Ahn, for example: New Opinion Confirms Growing Trend Away from ‘Zero Tolerance’ Cannabis Bankruptcy Relief Policy.”)

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MMJ Recs

APRIL 9, 2024

Whether consumed orally, topically, or through inhalation, cannabis offers a versatile and customizable solution for managing pain and improving quality of life. Whether consumed orally, topically, or through inhalation, cannabis offers a versatile toolkit for promoting holistic wellness. Feature image by Vilius Kukanauskas on Pixabay.

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Canna Law Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2019

In the midst of this uncertainty, we have been stressing to our clients the importance of insurance coverage for your business (see Anatomy of a Cannabis Insurance Policy Part 1: The Basics )– especially insurance that covers your liability for your marijuana- and hemp-derived products. Strict liability.

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United Patients Group

APRIL 11, 2023

In this blog, we will explore the top 8 health degrees that will be in demand in 2023, providing a comprehensive overview of each degree’s requirements and potential career paths. As the global population ages and technology advances, the need for qualified healthcare professionals is ever-increasing.

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MMJ Recs

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Medical marijuana, once a controversial and stigmatized topic, has undergone a remarkable transformation in the eyes of the American public. What was once a divisive topic is now garnering widespread support from Americans across the political spectrum. State-by-State Variations in Attitudes Toward Medical Cannabis in the U.S.

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Cannabis Law Report

AUGUST 11, 2022

An Oregon legislative task force established pursuant to HB 3000 (2021) and SB 1564 (2022) is developing policy proposals for 2023 relating to intoxicating cannabinoid products, illegal cannabis production, and water rights issues. Law Enforcement Subcommittee.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 29, 2019

Some of the topics we will cover include: the future of hemp permitting; Farm Bill implications for Internal Revenue Code section 280E; banking for hemp CBD businesses; intellectual property for hemp CBD businesses; CBD in food, beverages, vape cartridges, oils, topicals, and other products; and.

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Cannabis Law Report

OCTOBER 15, 2019

We had previously blogged on The Stoned Age: What the CBD Craze Means for Employers and Their Substance Abuse Policies , CBD is Everywhere – But Where Does the FDA Stand? , CBD: Uncertainty for Restaurants and Retailers , and FDA: 1% CBD OK. As noted in our previous blogs, CBD is a recent and largely unregulated industry.

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Canna Law Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

It’s also not defined in the 2020 National Credit Union Administration Guidance on banking hemp-related business (“HRB”s) (which we helped create) or the 2020 FinCEN Guidance on that related topic. I have opined on this blog that “ all businesses are marijuana businesses ” in the MRB context.

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SpeedWeed

APRIL 23, 2021

Advertising a cannabis business or cannabis-related business is very challenging (if not impossible) using Twitter ads due to Twitter’s advertising policies, but you can post content and interact with consumers through a branded Twitter profile. Which journalists and bloggers write about topics related to your business? Use Hashtags.

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