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There Will Be Lawsuits: Legal Fallout From Vape Cart Crisis Is Coming

Leafly

With hundreds injured and seven possibly linked deaths, the vape cart crisis could lead to epic product liability battles. Here's what to expect. The post There Will Be Lawsuits: Legal Fallout From Vape Cart Crisis Is Coming appeared first on Leafly.

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FTC Issues Additional Three Warning Letters to CBD Companies

Cannabis Law Report

By Tonya M. Esposito , Renee B. Appel & Jonathan Huie. September 17, 2019. POSTED IN CBD/HEMP. On September 10, 2019, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sent warning letters to three companies that sold cannabidiol (CBD) products marketed with misleading claims that they could treat serious diseases. The FTC aims to “protect consumers from unfair and deceptive practices in the marketplace,” and accordingly has the responsibility of jointly overseeing marketing and advertising of pr

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Cannabis Smoke: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly

Canna Law Blog

The last few days we’ve seen a flurry of activity related to smokable cannabis products. It’s been tough to keep track of everything that’s gone on, so today I’m going to take a page out of legendary Italian director Sergio Leone ‘s book and break down the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly in all things related to cannabis smoke.

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New Hampshire is One Step Closer to Legalizing Medical Homegrow

NORML

The New Hampshire State House voted today to override Governor Sununu’s veto of HB364, a measure that would have allowed qualified patients to grow up to three mature plants and 12 seedlings, and to possess up to two ounces of home-grown medical cannabis. This provides relief for patients that are homebound or are otherwise unable to make it to a dispensary to obtain their medicine, and from the sometimes exorbitant costs of purchasing their medication from a retail store.

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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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Ontario Ministry of Health Issues Statement Regarding Vape Illness

Puff Puff Post

Today, Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health, released the following statement : “In light of the growing evidence, I have become increasingly concerned about the prevalence and possible health consequences of vaping , particularly as they affect our youth. At the same time, it has become abundantly clear that we do not have access to sufficient data and information to understand the potential scope of this issue.

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Why Is Chicago’s Mayor Supporting Illegal Cannabis Sellers?

Leafly

Mayor Lori Lightfoot wants to ban cannabis stores, helping street sellers thrive and continue hawking illegal vape pens. The post Why Is Chicago’s Mayor Supporting Illegal Cannabis Sellers? appeared first on Leafly.

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How to Fill Cannabis Industry Jobs Like a Pro

Otherside Farms

In 2019, there will be a 76% increase in cannabis jobs. If you’re an employer, what does that mean? There’s no better time to hire for your cannabis company than now. But how do you fill cannabis industry jobs? Continue reading and know how to hire and retain the best staff. Don’t Only Hire Those with Marijuana Industry Experience. While hiring an employee with marijuana industry experience is nice, it should be a perk rather than a requirement.

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In Thailand, Opinion on Cannabis Is Changing. How Far Will It Go?

Leafly

Last year, Thailand became the first Southeast Asian country to legalize medical cannabis. Now advocates want the country to reclaim its place as a leading source of landrace strains. The post In Thailand, Opinion on Cannabis Is Changing. How Far Will It Go? appeared first on Leafly.

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CannTrust License Suspended Following Increasing List of Violations

WeedAdvisor

Health Canada officially suspended CannTrust’s license, according to Bloomberg. Its ordeal began in July, when unlicensed grow rooms were discovered in its Pelham, Ontario greenhouse. Later, its Vaughan location was also found to be non-compliant. The facility had used rooms for storage without prior approval. Health Canada also noted that the company had failed to meet minimum requirements for quality control, while security was inadequate.

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Ontario Teen Lands in ICU in Canada’s First Reported Case of ‘Vape Pen Illness’

Leafly

The individual was hospitalized and spent time in the ICU on life support, but has since recovered and returned home. The post Ontario Teen Lands in ICU in Canada’s First Reported Case of ‘Vape Pen Illness’ appeared first on Leafly.

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Canopy to hire new CEO by end of year: chairman

Cannabis Life Network

TORONTO — Canopy Growth Corp.’s chairman says it expects to complete its search for a new chief executive officer by the end of the calendar year. John Bell adds that the “robust” search is already underway with a number of “well-seasoned” candidates. Bell’s comments came at the cannabis company’s(Canopy Growth) annual shareholder meeting in Toronto today, the […].

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How Did the Ontario Cannabis Store Lose $42-Million Selling Weed?

Leafly

Despite $64-million in sales. The post How Did the Ontario Cannabis Store Lose $42-Million Selling Weed? appeared first on Leafly.

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Psychedelics – Former Canopy co-CEO Bruce Linton sees a big opportunity

Cannabis Life Network

Canopy Growth Corp.’s co-founder and recently ousted co-chief executive has his eye on a new frontier for medicine beyond cannabis: psychedelics. Bruce Linton said he will be a director at Mind Medicine, a Toronto-based company that is seeking to establish safe psychedelic-assisted treatments for mental illness, such as medicinal psilocybin and medicinal MDMA.

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Chicago Mayor Wants to Keep Cannabis Out of City’s Core

Leafly

When the adult use of marijuana becomes legal in Illinois, Chicago's mayor wants its sale banned in the central business district, near schools and in residential areas. The post Chicago Mayor Wants to Keep Cannabis Out of City’s Core appeared first on Leafly.

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Wolverine Partners Corp. to Change Name to Gage Growth Corp.

Cannabis Life Network

DETROIT, Sept. 17, 2019 /CNW/ - Wolverine Partners Corp. (d.b.a. Gage Cannabis Co.) (the "Company" or "Gage"), one of Michigan's leading craft cannabis and brand platforms, today announced the proposed change of its corporate name to Gage Growth Corp. and addition of Bruce Linton, who will be appointed to the role of Executive Chairman. The changes are expected to be made effective in connection with the closing of Gage's proposed acquisition of Rivers Innovations Inc.

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Only 44 Canadians Granted Cannabis Pardons Under New System

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…so far. The post Only 44 Canadians Granted Cannabis Pardons Under New System appeared first on Leafly.

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Today’s Answer of the Day

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Contact Us. Activate Key. Login. 0. Course Catalog. News. About. Team Training. Answer of the Day. 0. was successfully added to your cart. Cart. Course Catalog. News. About. Team Training. Answer of the Day. Today’s Answer of the Day. Leah Roach. September 19, 2019. Nabiximols (a cannabinoid medicine containing THC and CBD) is approved in Europe for the treatment of neuropathic pain, spasticity and bladder dysfunction in patients suffering from multiple sclerosis.

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US Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture will “mark up” language submitted by Senator McConnell that would require the FDA to halt enforcement of anti-CBD guidance.

Cannabis Law Report

Specifically, the language would require FDA to: Within 90 days, provide Congress a report outlining its efforts to develop an enforcement discretion policy on hemp CBD; Within 120 days, issue its formal enforcement discretion policy on hemp CBD; Keep the enforcement discretion policy in effect until the agency has implemented its final regulatory process; and.

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20% Off Joy Organics CBD Products; CBD Sale Ends 9-23

Cannabis Cheri

Fall Into Joy CBD Sale. Starts September 19, 2019. Ends September 23, 2019. 20% off sitewide. Cannot be used with other coupon codes. Does not apply to Sale items or Sample Packs. Enter Coupon Code fallintojoy at checkout. More About Joy Organics and CBD Products. CBD Products I Can Get Behind: Joy Organics. Cheri’s Personal Joy Organics CBD Salve Testimonial.

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Report: USDA Submits Draft Hemp Rules to White House

Cannabis Law Report

Ganjapreneur report. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has submitted its hemp regulations to the White House Office of Management and Budget for approval, according to a UPI report. The rules are expected to designate hemp as a commodity crop and allow tribal councils and U.S. territories to cultivate hemp crops. Geoff Whaling, chair of the Washington, D.C.

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The Benefits of CBD Oil for Dogs

Otherside Farms

By now, you already know about the medicinal properties of marijuana. If you don’t, then continue to read this article. Weed is still a taboo subject in many countries. Some of them have legalized it, and some still find it dangerous. What people should know is that marijuana has a lot of medicinal properties. Doctors prescribe it against pain for some patients.

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Indiana: Federal Judge Rules OK To Smoke Hemp

Cannabis Law Report

Indianans are allowed to smoke rope, despite a state ban against smokable hemp products (which contains only a trace of THC), ruled a federal judge. Via Hemp Industry Daily : Smokable hemp flower is one of the most in-demand hemp products in the industry. But law enforcement officials in several states have complained that smokable hemp looks and smells too much like marijuana to adequately enforce.

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4 Ways To Avoid The ER Because You Got Too High

The Fresh Toast

Most of the time ingesting marijuana is a wonderful mood and life enhancement, But it happens. Here's 4 tips on avoiding the ER because you got too high. Continue reading 4 Ways To Avoid The ER Because You Got Too High at The Fresh Toast.

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Canada: British Columbia govt bans “promoting cannabis in licensed establishments”

Cannabis Law Report

BIV.com trport……… The B.C. government has banned advertising and anything else that could be construed as promoting cannabis in licensed establishments. That includes restaurants as well as bars, and it is in effect for events that have special permits. “In keeping with the province’s public health messaging about the dangers of cannabis and alcohol co-use, this new policy prohibits the promotion of cannabis on any liquor-licensed premises and at events held under a speci

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SLANG Worldwide welcomes Canopy Growth Corp. founder Bruce Linton as Active Investor

Cannabis Life Network

TORONTO, Sept. 17, 2019 /CNW/ - SLANG Worldwide Inc. (CNSX: SLNG), (Frankfurt: 84S), ("SLANG" or the "Company"), a leading global cannabis consumer packaged goods ("CPG") company, is pleased to announce it has accepted an investment from Bruce Linton, co-founder of Canopy Growth Corporation. This investment reinforces the existing relationship between SLANG leadership and Mr.

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More Cannabis Company “Contributions” & Local Govt Issues Raise Their Ugly Head In Massachusetts

Cannabis Law Report

Ganjapreneur report. The Springfield, Massachusetts City Council are investigating why a cannabis business is planning to spend $200,000 over a five-year period on a school environmental program and park in the city, hoping to determine whether the company made a deal with the mayor’s office in exchange for an operator’s license, according to a WGBH report.

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Shopify Inc. updates it’s e-commerce platform for CBD sellers in U.S.

Cannabis Life Network

NEW YORK — Shopify Inc. says its e-commerce and retail platform has been given new features to help U.S. merchants sell hemp and hemp-derived cannabidiol products where permitted by law. The announcement follows last year’s passage of U.S. federal legislation that removed hemp from the Controlled Substances Act, which still covers cannabis products.

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Effective Immediately: New York is First State To Ban Flavored Vape Products

Cannabis Maven

New York State has banned flavored vape products.

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SAFE Banking Act Picking Up Steam in Republican- Controlled Senate

WeedAdvisor

Things are looking good for state medical and recreational dispensaries as a game-changing bill gains support in the U.S. Senate. According to Forbes , one third of the Senate now supports the SAFE Banking Act, a bill that would provide dispensaries access to critical financial services. The fear of federal repercussions keeps major financial institutions for dealing with these businesses, despite their being compliant with state law.

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Effective Immediately: New York is First State To Ban Flavored Vape Products

Cannabis Maven

New York State has banned flavored vape products.

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