NORML
MAY 5, 2025
"The findings highlight the distinct patterns of pulmonary and cardiovascular manifestations associated with smoking and marijuana use. In general, marijuana users do not appear to develop emphysema or pulmonary hyperinflation." The post Analysis: Cannabis Smoking Not Linked To Increased Risk of Emphysema, Other Tobacco-Related Harms appeared first on NORML.
Canna Law Blog
MAY 6, 2025
Understanding Trademark Strength We frequently discuss the cannabis-specific challenges that brands face when seeking trademark protection. But it’s just as important not to lose sight of the core trademark principles that apply to all businessesespecially the need for a strong, distinctive mark. Clients often approach us with catchy, creative names that, unfortunately, are (or are likely to be) ineligible for trademark protection.
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Connor & Connor PLLC
MAY 12, 2025
Starting a cannabis business can be both exciting and challenging. With the rapid expansion of the cannabis industry, entrepreneurs face a range of legal and regulatory hurdles that can make the process daunting. However, having an experienced cannabis lawyer by your side can significantly streamline the process and minimize risks. Lawyers specializing in cannabis law are well-equipped to handle the specific challenges of obtaining a business license and growing your operation.
Illinois News Joint
MAY 9, 2025
Earlier today, Illinois Senate Bill 0042 passed the Judiciary-Criminal Committee and now returns to the House floor for a second reading and more debate. SB0042, sponsored by Sen. Rachel Ventura , removes the requirement that cannabis within any area of a motor vehicle must be in an odor-proof container. This minor change of wording in the Vehicle Code could have bigger implications for future Illinois Supreme Court rulings.
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.
The Joint Blog
MAY 21, 2025
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NORML
MAY 9, 2025
Lawmakers in other states, including Idaho and Texas, are also seeking to make it more difficult for voters to decide on marijuana-related ballot initiatives. The post Florida: Governor Signs Law Making It Harder to Place Ballot Initiatives Before Voters appeared first on NORML.
Canna Law Blog
MAY 28, 2025
In cannabis contract negotiations, it’s common for the parties to execute an early-stage document called a letter of intent (“LOI”). An LOI may also be called a term sheet; naming it one over the other has no legal significance. I love these little agreements and today I will tell you why. LOIs are used in most cannabis real estate and M&A transactions, but they can be used for any kind of contract negotiation.
Veriheal
MAY 2, 2025
Recently, Texas took a bold step towards potentially banning hemp products that contain any trace of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) , the compound responsible for marijuana’s psychoactive effects. This move comes just six years after the state legalized hemp, which makes this potential ban even more controversial. As the bill progresses through the legislative process, the impact on cannabis businesses, consumers, and the state’s growing hemp industry could be significant.
Sensi Seeds
MAY 14, 2025
Bought legal weed from a dispensary or other licensed retailer? If so, you might have run into the term TAC on its label. Often confused with THC or believed to be synonymous for potency, TAC (Total Active Cannabinoids) is an important unit of measure for cannabis products. Keep reading to learn why. The post TAC vs THC: Understanding the Differences appeared first on Sensi Seeds.
The Joint Blog
MAY 15, 2025
Anxious about venue decorating costs? Transform any space into a stunning event setting with these money-saving design secrets.
Medicinal Genomics
MAY 5, 2025
Growers often use tissue culture specifically meristem tissue culture to eliminate viruses, viroids , and other plant pathogens. In a recent CannMed Coffee Talk Podcast interview, Dr. Zamir Punja shared groundbreaking insights into how meristem tissue culture affects the cannabis microbiome and how growers can keep plants safe. What Is the Plant Microbiome and Why Does It Matter?
NORML
MAY 27, 2025
Recreational cannabis laws result in significant relative declines in prescription drug claims. The legalization of cannabis offers a potential substitute to traditional prescription drugs and alternative methods for health maintenance. The post Analysis: Marijuana Legalization Associated with Declines in Prescription Drug Expenditures appeared first on NORML.
Canna Law Blog
MAY 12, 2025
After attending the International Cannabis Business Conference (ICBC) in Berlin at the end of April, I was reminded, yet again, of how draconian U.S. marijuana laws truly are. The excitement throughout the event was palpable. Much of it was driven by Germanys newly formed government keeping its quasi-legalization policy intact, even if adult-use trials remain uncertain.
Veriheal
MAY 9, 2025
If you live in or around DC, you may have noticed some recent changes to the business landscapespecifically if you enjoy cannabis. There has been a sequence of closures of cannabis businesses over the past year, which potentially means less access to cannabis as well as changes to the cannabis industry. Wondering why? We will explore the status of cannabis in DC, what exactly has been happening with these business closures, why they have been shut down, and what this may mean for the future of c
PrestoDoctor
MAY 16, 2025
Hemp vs Marijuana Hemp and marijuana are often confused due to their shared origin in the Cannabis sativa species. However, understanding the difference between hemp and marijuana is essential to distinguish their legal status, chemical profiles, cultivation methods, and product applications. This guide offers a full Hemp and Marijuana Comparison, from THC vs CBD content, […] The post Hemp vs Marijuana: Key Differences, Uses & Legal Insights appeared first on PrestoDoctor.
Connor & Connor PLLC
MAY 29, 2025
After the 2016 election, Nevada legalized recreational cannabis, in addition to the states medical-marijuana program. As a result, possession and consumption of cannabis by adults became legal in January of 2017. Currently, the Cannabis Compliance Board, known as the CCB, serves as Nevadas cannabis regulatory agency. The CCB oversees and regulates Nevadas legal medical and adult-use cannabis programs.
LifeCannMD
MAY 27, 2025
#image_title By Dr. Fernando Fandio-Sende, LifeCannMD After thirty years practicing medicine and specializing as a Miami cannabis doctor , I’ve had countless conversations with patients who tell me the same thing: “Doctor, I want to try medical marijuana , but I’m scared of getting too high.” I completely understand this concern, and that’s exactly why I’m passionate about educating patients about microdosing cannabis.
NORML
MAY 12, 2025
Investigators concluded, Canadas legal cannabis market has displaced approximately three-quarters of domestic expenditures on the illegal cannabis market four years after federal legalization of non-medical cannabis. The post Analysis: Legalization Has Largely Displaced Canadas Illicit Cannabis Market appeared first on NORML.
Canna Law Blog
MAY 19, 2025
In June 2023, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed SB 23-271 (codified in C.R.S. 25-5-427 and regulated by 6 CCR 1010-24 ), a landmark bill regulating intoxicating hemp products in the state. This legislation followed recommendations from the Intoxicating Hemp Task Force, which was established a year earlier under SB 22-205. At a time when many states were taking a hands-off approach to hemp-derived cannabinoids, Colorado took a decisive step toward regulating a rapidly expanding and largely unr
Veriheal
MAY 16, 2025
As perhaps one of the most talked-about topics for U.S. consumers and businesses, inflation dominates current news headlines because of how much it affects every one of our wallets. Since COVID-19 rocked the economy, cannabis businesses and supply chains claim to have been playing catch-up to get back to business as usual. However, the question remainsjust how bad has inflation been affecting cannabis prices, cannabis business closures, and jobs in the cannabis sector?
PrestoDoctor
MAY 30, 2025
Is Cannabis Bad for Your Heart? Cannabis use is increasingly popular for both recreational and medical purposes. However, concerns about its impact on cardiovascular health are growing. Recent studies reveal compelling evidence that cannabis useespecially when smokedcan significantly increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, hypertension, and other cardiovascular health problems such as heart disease. […] The post Is Cannabis Bad for Your Heart?
MaxQ Cannabis
MAY 7, 2025
Cannabis businesses share the modern environment of extremely high data security risk. The cannabis industry occupies a unique spot when it comes to user data security. Depending on your place in the supply chain, the secure data handled by your cannabis business can include employee personal and financial information, private and patented strain information, secure […] The post Cannabis Business Data Security Precautions appeared first on MaxQ Technologies.
The Joint Blog
MAY 6, 2025
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NORML
MAY 8, 2025
NORML has expressed opposition to the state-monopoly model, opining "Adopting this model would arguably make the state (and its employees) vulnerable to litigation and, ultimately, federal preemption. The post Pennsylvania: House Lawmakers Advance Bill Regulating Adult-Use Marijuana Sales in State-Operated Stores appeared first on NORML.
Canna Law Blog
MAY 8, 2025
I don’t know how it came to be, exactly, but I’ve spent countless hours of my adult working life assisting with due diligence on cannabis transactions. These transactions involve all kinds of companies, from sole proprietorships to public companies, and a variety of deals–from leasing, to financing, to good old M&A. Today, I’ll cover how diligence works in the regulated cannabis world, and some common red flags we see during the process.
LifeCannMD
MAY 27, 2025
#image_title By Dr. Fernando Fandio-Sende, LifeCannMD A Little Girl Who Changed Everything I’ll never forget watching that CNN documentary back in 2013. Charlotte Figi was this tiny five-year-old having up to 300 seizures a week. Can you even imagine? Her parents had tried literally everything. Every medication, every treatment, every specialist they could find.
PrestoDoctor
MAY 27, 2025
Cannabidiol (CBD) has become a leading natural remedy praised for its potential health benefits. Yet, one major question persists among curious consumers:Can CBD get you high?The short and scientifically supported answer isno. Unlike THC, CBD does not induce a euphoric or intoxicating experience, making it a safe choice. While Cannabidiol does not specifically feel like […] The post Can CBD Get You High?
MaxQ Cannabis
MAY 6, 2025
The new administration’s approach to Cannabis policy presents a complex landscape for the U.S. Cannabis industry, marked by both potential advancements and significant challenges. Federal Rescheduling and Banking Access The new administration has expressed support for reclassifying Cannabis from a Schedule I to a Schedule III substance under the Controlled Substances Act.
Americans for Safe Access
MAY 6, 2025
As someone who has been a medical cannabis advocate for over 2 decades, Ive been watching the return of a Trump administration with caution. Many had high hopes for what another term might mean for cannabis. During the 2024 election, Trump expressed support for cannabis rescheduling and patient access, and even said he intended to vote for the legalization measure on the Florida ballot.
NORML
MAY 23, 2025
We conclude from our meta-analysis that. oral fluid tests shouldnotbe considered a valid indicator of [cannabis-induced] impairment. The post Scientific Review: Oral Fluid Testing “Not Ideal” for Determining Cannabis Exposure or Impairment appeared first on NORML.
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