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EU Takes Strong Stance in Rejecting “Contrary” Marijuana Trademark

Canna Law Blog

On December 12, 2019, the EU General Court upheld an EU Intellectual Property Office ruling that blocked registration of a mark that “an average person would assume references marijuana use” because it was “contrary to public policy.” The mark in question was CANNABIS STORE AMSTERDAM with green cannabis leaves in the background, and the court held that the public would perceive this mark (reasonably, we think) as referencing narcotics.

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Legal Marijuana starts in Illinois on New Year’s Day

The Joint Blog

Starting New Year’s Day in Illinois those who are 21 and older will be able to legally allowed to buy up to 30 grams of marijuana up to 5 grams of marijuana oil or hash, and up to 500 grams of THC-infused products such as edibles at licensed commercial dealers throughout the state. This is according to a Reuters report. “Cannabis consumers are expected to flock to the handful of licensed shops across Chicago on New Year’s Day”, states Reuters. “On the city’s North Side, a deale

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Newsweek: Congress Silently Killed Several Cannabis Reforms This Month Despite Mounting Public Support

Cannabis Law Report

Is it just us ? But it’s intriguing that this happens just as the the bottom falls out of cannabis stock. If we were being cynical ,we might say that certain individuals on the right hand of politics have ridden the cannabis money tsunami but now as we mop up afterwards and the short term profits have been made it’s back to business as usual with the devil’s lettuce.

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Illinois dispensary supply levels—Can they hold up?

Leafly

Illinois marijuana dispensary shortages will persist for 60 days to 6 months. Learn why and how long until recreational cannabis sales mature in Illinois. The post Illinois dispensary supply levels—Can they hold up? 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 Year in Weed: 2019 Edition

The Blunt Truth

Welcome to The Week in Weed’s look back at the news of 2019; whether the year has flown by or seemed to last forever, it’s (almost) over now. In tribute to Dave Barry and his always hilarious Year in Review , we’ll organize these stories by month. Without further ado, here’s a look at the stories that grabbed our attention in 2019. January proved that there’s always a cannabis angle, no matter what the topic of conversation.

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The Awesome Health Benefits Of Raw Cannabis Explained

The Fresh Toast

Normally, it's dried and cured marijuana that is consumed. But have you ever thought of consuming raw cannabis? Its taste? Its benefits? Continue reading The Awesome Health Benefits Of Raw Cannabis Explained at The Fresh Toast.

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Sony Joseph Entertainment Launching Kickstarter to Fund The “Cannabis or Else” Encyclopedia, Volume 1 Soon

Otherside Farms

Finding quality information about nearly every Cannabis subject possible will soon be much easier. The “Cannabis or Else” Encyclopedia, Volume 1, will deliver all this and more. December 18, 2019 The effort to help make recreational Cannabis legal in 50 states is a righteous challenge, one that experts agree education and easy access to related information can only help.

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Can Food Addiction Be Tackled With Marijuana And Hemp?

The Fresh Toast

While THC ignites CB1 receptors in many cases, CBD can help calm the appetite, controlling obesity by blocking the receptor. Continue reading Can Food Addiction Be Tackled With Marijuana And Hemp? at The Fresh Toast.

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What You Should Know About Buying Marijuana in Las Vegas

Otherside Farms

On July 1, 2017, it was announced that marijuana is legal in Las Vegas. Whether you are a recreational or medical patient, you can buy marijuana in any lounges in Las Vegas. Thus, the city is the first city in Nevada that will allow marijuana sales. It can be sold to people above the age of 21. In this post, we have discussed things you should about buying marijuana.

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3 Ways Cannabis Can Help The Ladies Live Their Best Life

The Fresh Toast

From PMS and menopause to helping with weight management, cannabis could present exceptional relief for women throughout their lives. Continue reading 3 Ways Cannabis Can Help The Ladies Live Their Best Life at The Fresh Toast.

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Advantages of Portable Aromatherapy Pens Over Room Diffusers

Otherside Farms

Aside from the sweet, welcoming ambiance it creates, aromatherapy brings with it a range of health benefits and wellness that is good for the body. Aromatherapy which is also referred to as essential oil therapy can be defined as a complementary, traditional or alternative therapy that uses essential oils and aromatic materials to promote good health and well-being.

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Leafly Reviews: Claybourne Co. Power Pack

Leafly

Claybourne Co.’s Power Pack contains 3.5 grams of flower, a gram of kief and a special kief shovel, so you can mix and match your favorite way to smoke or roll up. The post Leafly Reviews: Claybourne Co. Power Pack appeared first on Leafly.

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Today’s Answer of the Day

TheAnswerPage

Once a patient has refrained from cannabis use for several months and he/she is asymptomatic, is there a risk of recurrence, if the patient starts using cannabis again? Yes.There can be a resurgence of the syndrome with resumption of cannabis use. Because most patients are lost to follow up, the actual incidence of resurgence is unknown. It has been suggested that part of the treatment plan for cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome should include a referral to a drug rehabilitation facility.

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California Regulated Cannabis: Reboot in 2020!!

Cannabis Law Report

If you wish to re-publish this story please do so with following accreditation. AUTHOR: aBIZinaBOX Inc. CPAs – Jordan S. Zoot, CPA. PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. . The merriment of the holiday season has not overtaken California’s cannabis industry as 2019 comes to a close. The Legislature, Governor Newsom’s office, cannabis regulatory agencies (principally BCC, CalCannabis, CDPH, and CDTFA), law enforcement agencies, and a multitude of other groups and individuals interested in this i