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Scientific Review Concludes That Cannabis Consumers Are at No Greater Risk of Occupational Injuries

NORML

Adults who consume cannabis are no more likely to experience injuries at work than are those employees who abstain from the substance, according to the findings of a new literature review published in the journal Substance Use and Misuse. A team of researchers affiliated with the University of British Columbia conducted a systematic review of scientific papers assessing any potential links between cannabis use and occupational accidents.

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Study finds cannabinoid plays key role in PTSD and ‘fear extinction’

Leafly

Why can't PTSD patients forget trauma? Cannabinoids may be a critical factor in the brain's ability to extinguish memory. The post Study finds cannabinoid plays key role in PTSD and ‘fear extinction’ appeared first on Leafly.

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California Ethics Committee Green Lights Advising Cannabis Clients

The Blunt Truth

The California State Bar Ethics Committee recently adopted Opinion No. 2020-202, which concludes that attorneys may ethically advise clients regarding compliance with California’s cannabis laws and assist them with conduct permitted under state law, despite the fact that the client’s conduct may be prohibited under federal law. Regarding the scope of advice and assistance, the opinion states that such advice and assistance “may include the provision of legal services to the client that facilitat

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All the places you can G Pen Roam

Leafly

Oh, all the places you can Roam! G Pen Roam, that is. Find out what special features make this new device the one to watch for concentrate lovers. The post All the places you can G Pen Roam appeared first on Leafly.

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Where the Money Grows: Learning the Industry Trends in Medical Cannabis, Recreational Marijuana, Hemp, and Beyond

Speaker: Jonathan Bench, International Cannabis and Securities Business Attorney at Harris Bricken

The U.S. cannabis industry is still in its infancy, even though states began engaging with legalization in one form or another in the late 1990s. Today, many opportunities exist for individuals and businesses that want to engage in the industry. Some want to directly own licensed businesses, while others prefer to keep the industry at an arm’s length and merely profit from it.

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The Week in Weed: May 29, 2020

The Blunt Truth

Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. The news is mostly happening in the states this week. Oklahoma is having some medical marijuana issues. Massachusetts recreational shops reopened. Virginia decriminalized marijuana. Ohio may not put cannabis on the ballot this November.

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8 Best Cannabis Strains For OCD

Miss Marijuana

By: Zoe Hudson. OCD, i.e. obsessive-compulsive disorder, is an anxiety disorder which can make daily life really difficult for individuals who suffer from it. Typically, OCD is treated with anti-anxiety and antidepressant medications. These can have plenty of negative side-effects, making patients reconsider treatment. RELATED: I’m A Business Owner Who Uses Cannabis & CBD For Anxiety.

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Colorado-based Elixinol wins dismissal of suit claiming CBD products are illegal

Cannabis Law Report

MJ Biz reports… Colorado-based CBD producer Elixinol got dismissal of a class-action lawsuit that alleged the company’s products were illegal to sell under federal law. … Read More.

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Are Marijuana Inhalers Most Effective Treatment For Chronic Pain?

The Fresh Toast

Are Marijuana Inhalers Most Effective Treatment For Chronic Pain? Metered-dose THC inhalers delivered consistent pain relief with minimal adverse effects for neuropathic patients, researchers found. The post Are Marijuana Inhalers Most Effective Treatment For Chronic Pain? appeared first on The Fresh Toast.

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Arkansas: Harvest Cannabis Dispensary has won a preliminary injunction in its trademark dispute against Natural State Enterprises

Cannabis Law Report

Ganjapreneur reports … Arkansas-based Harvest Cannabis Dispensary has won a preliminary injunction in its trademark dispute against Natural State Enterprises, a multi-state cannabis operator. Conway, … Read More.

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International Cannabis: Guidance for Companies Entering the U.S. Market, Part 2 – Taxation

Canna Law Blog

In prior blog posts (see here and here ), I described how we have been fielding regular inquiries regarding international cannabis, both from companies inside the U.S. looking internationally and from international companies looking to the U.S. market. This post deals with taxation issues for international companies seeking to enter the U.S. market.

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Adopted and Proposed Rulemaking

Cannabis Law Report

The Board yesterday adopted and proposed the following, effective May 27, 2020: LCB Vitamin E Acetate Ban (WAC 314-55-1055) Notice to Stakeholders Memorandum Rules – … Read More.

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Study Finds Prenatal Marijuana Exposure Is Not Associated With Cognitive Impairments in Offspring

The Joint Blog

According to a new study published in the journal Frontiers in Psychology, longitudinal studies fail to suggest that prenatal marijuanaexposure is independently associated with “clinically significant” cognitive impairments in either children or young adults. The study, conducted by researchers affiliated with Columbia University and with the New York State Psychiatric Institute, was first reported on by NORML.

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WHY INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROTECTION IS CRITICAL TO YOUR CANNABUSINESS

Cannabis Law Report

For any business to be successful it must constantly strive to maximize diverse revenue generating streams while minimizing the costs of doing do. For most … Read More.

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Today?s Answer of the Day

TheAnswerPage

In what dosage forms are pharmaceutical fentanyl products supplied? Fentanyl pharmaceutical products are currently available in the following dosage forms: oral transmucosal lozenges (AKA fentanyl “lollipops”), buccal tablets and sublingual tablets, sublingual sprays, nasal sprays, transdermal patches, and injectable formulations. See Answer. See Answer.

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Article: Coronavirus and Federal Payroll Tax Credits: Relief Available for Cannabis Companies

Cannabis Law Report

Source: JD Supra – [co-author: Wendy Hernandez, Law Clerk] The cannabis industry rarely looks to the federal government for support. Yet the raft of fiscal … Read More.

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Louisiana Senate And House Both Approve Significant Medical Marijuana Expansion

SMPL

The Louisiana Senate approved a bill to significantly expand the state’s medical marijuana program on Wednesday, and a committee advanced separate legislation on banking access for cannabis businesses. The expansion proposal, which the House of Representatives approved last week, would allow physicians to recommend medical cannabis to patients for any debilitating condition that they deem fit instead of from the limited list of maladies that’s used under current law.

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WHAT THE HEMP? INDUSTRY STRUGGLING IN 2020

Cannabis Law Report

Reports of industries in decline are easy to find this year. A recent Politico Pro article (subscription required) titled “Hemp Was Supposed to Boost Farmers. … Read More.

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Cannabis and coffee: How do they affect your body?

Leafly

Do coffee and cannabis go together? Check out the research on how caffeine and THC affect the endocannabinoid system. The post Cannabis and coffee: How do they affect your body? appeared first on Leafly.

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Reminder: Delivery Applications Opening to Economic Empowerment Applicants, Social Equity Program Participants on May 28

Cannabis Law Report

Tomorrow, the Cannabis Control Commission (Commission) will open up licensing applications to prospective Delivery-only Marijuana Establishments and certain Microbusinesses seeking Delivery Endorsements. In accordance with … Read More.

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Recipe: CBD gummy jewels in pomegranate or orange-lime flavor

Leafly

Relaxing cannabidiol? Bursting with fun gummy flavor? Get me two. The post Recipe: CBD gummy jewels in pomegranate or orange-lime flavor appeared first on Leafly.

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Manzuri Law ? LA Update ? Lawsuit, Audit Results, DCR Recommendations, What Now?

Cannabis Law Report

The highly anticipated results of the controversial Phase III, Round 1 Audit were released to the public and auditors reportedly found the process “fair and … Read More.

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The Ultimate Stoner’s Guide to Toronto [TRAVEL GUIDE]

Cannabis Life Network

With Toronto becoming one of the newest hotspots for cannabis tourism, we’ve created the ultimate stoner’s guide to Toronto so you’ll know exactly where you must visit during your next trip. HotBox Cafe is a must-visit cannabis-lounge for every stoner Located in the heart of Kensington Market, HotBox Cafe is a BOYB cannabis lounge where […].

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California Ethics Committee Green Lights Advising Cannabis Clients

Cannabis Law Report

The California State Bar Ethics Committee recently adopted Opinion No. 2020-202, which concludes that attorneys may ethically advise clients regarding compliance with California’s cannabis laws … Read More.

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Netlifx’s The Patriot Act Tackles Marijuana Industry Inequality

The Joint Blog

Comedian, former The Daily Show correspondent and star of Netflix’s the Patriot Act Hasan Minhaj featured an entire episode of his hit series regarding the legal marijuana industry. The episode, titled The Legal Marijuana Industry is Rigged, focusing on the fact that in many states that have legalized marijuana the legal industry has been setup to be dominated by big businesses, while excluding those who are low income and those who are part of a minority group (as the episode points out,

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Article: The Future of Cannabis In Ecuador Begins Next Month

Cannabis Law Report

Ecuadorian law firm Corral Rosales writes…… The prestigious LexLatin media publishes an article by our Partner Francisco Gallegos in which he explains the next legislative … Read More.

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Utah?s cannabis pharmacies debut drive-thru services

Cannabis Law Report

Medical cannabis pharmacies in South Ogden and Salt Lake City began offering drive-thru services this week, as retailers seek to protect vulnerable customers from exposure … Read More.

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Louisiana: Senate Passes Amended Bill Permitting Doctors to Recommend Medical Cannabis for ?Any Condition?

Cannabis Law Report

NORML reports… Senators on Wednesday passed legislation to significantly expand the pool of patients eligible to qualify for medical cannabis access. Members voted 28 to … Read More.

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CA: Harbourside Says Tax Break Limit Violates Constitution

Cannabis Law Report

A tax code provision that bars marijuana companies from business tax breaks violates the 16th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, an Oakland, Calif. cannabis company … Read More.

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Security Guard at San Jose’s largest dispensary tests positive for COVID-19

Cannabis Law Report

May 28. A security guard at San Jose’s largest marijuana dispensary, Caliva, has tested positive for COVID-19, according to a company spokesperson. Caliva executives informed … Read More.

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Exactus Announces its Hemp Seed Buyback Program to Assist Farmers Impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic

Cannabis Law Report

DELRAY BEACH, Fla., May 28, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Exactus, Inc. (OTCQB: EXDI) (the “Company”) a leading supplier of hemp-derived ingredients (CBD) and feminized hemp … Read More.

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