MJ Business Attorneys

JANUARY 23, 2023

The severe drop in wholesale cannabis prices in many states over the past year can be traced to a few key factors: Regulatory missteps, high taxes for consumers, and competition from still-thriving illicit markets are contributing to the industry’s current woes. Additionally, in states that were early legalization adopters like Colorado, Michigan, and Oregon, production capacity has caught up to the needs of the mature market and supply continues to outpace demand.

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NORML

JANUARY 30, 2023

“These findings contribute robust evidence for clinicians regarding the potential benefits of medical cannabis in reducing the opioid burden for patients receiving long-term opioid therapy and possibly reduc[ing] their risk for overdose.” The post Study: Cannabis Use Reduces Daily Use of Prescription Opioids in Chronic Pain Patients appeared first on NORML.

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Project CBD

JANUARY 25, 2023

Statin drugs cause muscle weakness and pain by suppressing cannabinoid receptor genes.

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United Patients Group

JANUARY 30, 2023

The Benefits of Cannabis in the Treatment of Myasthenia Gravis Introduction Myasthenia gravis ( MG ) is a rare autoimmune disease that affects the nerves and muscles. The symptoms of MG vary greatly, but they often include double vision, difficulty swallowing, and muscle weakness. Doctors usually treat MG with thymectomies, immunomodulating drugs, acetylcholinesterase inhibitors and IV immunoglobulin treatments.

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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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Cannabis Life Network

JANUARY 16, 2023

Will the FDA regulate CBD? It’s a question on many minds as the FDA commissioner is to appear before the U.S. House Oversight Committee. Chairman of the Committee, James Comer, wants details on CBD. He said: “It’s not just their lack of action with respect to CBD and other types of hemp. It’s their inaction regarding a lot of areas of their jurisdiction … We’ve got an agency here that has a big budget, they have a lot of employees, […].

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MJ Business Attorneys

JANUARY 11, 2023

As the legal cannabis industry suffers through a period of distress brought on by global economic woes, along with punitive taxation structures and an oversaturation of products, and plummeting prices, there has naturally been an uptick in internal cannabis business disputes. Incidents of owners suing other owners, shareholders making claims of poor business operations, and disputes between investors are on the rise.

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NORML

JANUARY 31, 2023

City lawmakers have provided final approval to a pair of bills that seek to significantly reform marijuana laws in the District of Columbia. But both bills still must undergo a 30-day Congressional review prior to becoming law. The post District of Columbia: Bills Transmitted to Congress Providing for Marijuana Expungements, Expanded Medical Access appeared first on NORML.

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Project CBD

JANUARY 31, 2023

The FDA announcement is riddled with disingenuous doublespeak.

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The Cannigma

JANUARY 25, 2023

Getting the right answers in your cannabis journey can be tricky. But with The Cannigma’s Ask the Expert, you can find questions from readers like you, answered by a real cannabis pharmacist. Question: When making gummies can I substitute infused vegetable oil for coconut oil? Answer: Regarding your question about the use of oils other than coconut to make cannabis infusions, the simple answer is – sure!

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CannaMD

JANUARY 16, 2023

It’s not surprising that legalizing marijuana leads to increased use. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 18% of Americans now consumes some type of cannabis product. What might surprise you is that the greatest increase in marijuana use is among older adults.

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Americans for Safe Access

JANUARY 11, 2023

On January 5, 2023, the Arizona Supreme Court declined to accept an appeal from the Arizona Department of Child Safety, letting stand a lower court decision that Lindsay Ridgell’s medicinal use of cannabis while pregnant did not constitute child neglect and ordered her name be removed from the state’s child abuse registry.

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MJ Business Attorneys

JANUARY 6, 2023

It’s an especially challenging time for cannabis businesses. Although legal cannabis markets exist at some level in the majority of states in the country today, they fight to survive amidst a web of restrictive and confusing regulations that make it difficult for businesses to operate in the black. Cannabis entrepreneurs and investors need to understand the unique legal aspects and learn how to navigate the wobbly industry in order to avoid ruinous financial outcomes.

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NORML

JANUARY 30, 2023

If public safety is an actual priority for either chamber, then they will approve legislation to begin sales at licensed dispensaries as soon as possible.”. The post Poll: Virginia Voters Support Legalizing Adult-use Cannabis Retail Sales appeared first on NORML.

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Project CBD

JANUARY 18, 2023

Cannabis and immunotherapy for cancer: a finding that could have major clinical significance.

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Medical Marijuana Program Connection

JANUARY 31, 2023

DRAYTON VALLEY, Alberta–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Noble, an industry leader in craft-cannabis, is excited to announce the safe arrival of the first 3000.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2023

A GOP congressman has refiled a bill to move marijuana from Schedule I to the less restrictive Schedule III under federal law. Rep. Greg Steube (R-FL) introduced the proposal on Friday. This is the third session in a row that he’s pushed for the modest reform, titled the “Marijuana 1-to-3 Act.

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The Herb Collective

JANUARY 31, 2023

Are you looking for a reliable and safe weed shop? If so, then The Herb Collective is the perfect choice for you! Here at The Herb Collective, we offer an extensive selection of high-quality cannabis products that are all sourced from trusted vendors. Our team works hard to provide our customers with only the best, and we guarantee that you won’t be disappointed with your purchase.

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United Patients Group

JANUARY 31, 2023

Cannabis and Dementia: Are There Benefits Introduction Dementia is a debilitating disease that affects millions of people across the world. It’s estimated that more than 70 million people have dementia right now, with at least 10 million new cases being diagnosed each year. A common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease, which causes a decline in memory functions and other cognitive abilities.

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NORML

JANUARY 30, 2023

“Our sense of justice and our principles of fairness demand that public officials and the courts move swiftly to right the past wrongs of cannabis prohibition and criminalization.” The post Rhode Island: Courts Begin the Process of Erasing Marijuana Records appeared first on NORML.

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Project CBD

JANUARY 11, 2023

A deep science foray into LSD ’s impact on the endocannabinoid system and the microbiome.

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Medical Marijuana Program Connection

JANUARY 31, 2023

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) – If you have a medical marijuana card, your prescription soon won’t cover edible products in North.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2023

Marijuana Moment The mayor of Washington, D.C. has signed a bill to make fundamental changes to the medical marijuana program in the nation’s capital.

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Cannabis Life Network

JANUARY 31, 2023

Today is the day British Columbia decriminalizes drugs. Although Canada’s province of British Columbia hasn’t decriminalized all drugs, psilocybin mushrooms and Lysergamides like LSD remain illegal. But adults can possess up to 2.5 grams of: Methamphetamine MDMA Cocaine (including crack cocaine) Opioids (including heroin, fentanyl and morphine) Decriminalizing these drugs is part of a three-year pilot program by the federal government.

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 31, 2023

On Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 2pm EST , Simon Malinowski will host a free, hour-long webinar to answer any questions about New York’s adult-use cannabis rules and regulations. Simon is our lead New York cannabis attorney, based in Manhattan. He will cover a variety of topics including the application process, anticipated timelines and license types.

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NORML

JANUARY 27, 2023

“The Transportation Department’s reliance on this outdated technology and upon these discriminatory policies is out of step with reality and is directly contributing to the trucking shortage crisis.” The post Tens of Thousands of Commercial Truckers Leaving the Workforce Over Outdated Marijuana Testing Requirements appeared first on NORML.

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Leafly

JANUARY 31, 2023

The 7 most energizing weed strains with reviews from real Leafly users. The post 7 high-energy cannabis strains to help you get active and fight fatigue appeared first on Leafly.

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Veriheal

JANUARY 31, 2023

Despite the fact that the legal cannabis industry is growing, many people are still purchasing from the illicit market. A recent study investigated this matter and found that buying cannabis from the illicit market may be “better” than legal weed. The obvious reasons for choosing the illicit market over the legal market include the likes of easier accessibility and lower cost.

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Cannabis Law Report

JANUARY 31, 2023

Research into the medical use of psychedelics to treat mental health is on the rise, but the impact of this research remains unclear.

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Cannabis Life Network

JANUARY 30, 2023

The German government is delaying cannabis legalization as they have yet to submit proposals to the European Commission. Accordingly, Germans may not see legal cannabis until 2025. In an e-mail to Euronews, the German health ministry confirmed that a draft law for cannabis legalization is “currently being drafted.” “A large number of legal and operational questions concerning implementation need to be answered and coordinated between the ministries in charge” before the g

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Canna Law Blog

JANUARY 30, 2023

Hong Kong and the negative developments taking place there have been the subject of many posts in our sister China Law Blog. But now it is our turn to report on the Fragrant Harbor. Unfortunately the news is also bad on the cannabis front, just like on the political and economic ones. From February 1 onward, CBD (cannabidiol) will be regarded as a “dangerous drug” in Hong Kong, subject the provisions of the Dangerous Drugs Ordinance (DDO).

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