Dykema (Cannabis Law Blog)
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
On November 25, 2019 the FDA sent 15 more warning letters to CBD product manufacturers and sellers regarding the content and labeling of their products. For the most part, the warnings relate to claims made about the products which the FDA concludes make the products new drugs because they claim to cure or prevent a disease.
NORML
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
The occasional use of cannabis during late adolescence is not independently associated with adverse effects on cognitive abilities in young adulthood, according to longitudinal data published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Dependence. A team of investigators affiliated with the University of Colorado at Boulder assessed the impact of cannabis use on cognition, executive function, and working memory in 856 individual twins.
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The Joint Blog
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
Your health can significantly affect your quality of life. A healthy body allows you to ward off illnesses and diseases, and increase your productivity for the day. Over time, a healthy body can contribute to your personal and professional growth. Moreover, being mentally healthy makes it easier for you to reduce stress and achieve the proper work-life balance.
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
The Quebec government has dragged its feet on cannabis legalization from the moment Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a task force to study the subject three years ago. Its recent decision to raise the legal age for cannabis consumption to 21 is simply bad policy, poorly thought out. It’s also very likely to further thwart […]. The post Quebec is wrong to raise its legal cannabis age to 21 appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips | Expert Opinions | Stocks.
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.
Otherside Farms
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, is the chemical compound made from cannabis plants. The plant is also known as hemp or marijuana. Using CBD in forms such as Cannabidiol oil can offer more benefits with fewer risks than using medical marijuana. It does not affect the mind as it does not contain the compound from cannabis called tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC for short, which creates the high.
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The Joint Blog
NOVEMBER 23, 2019
Democratic lawmakers in Wisconsin introduced legislation recently that would decriminalize the possession of small amounts of recreational marijuana for those 21 and older. “How many more people have to be lost before we actually get the courage to do something about it?” said Rep. David Crowley, of Milwaukee. Nearly 15,000 adults in Wisconsin were arrested in 2018 for marijuana possession, a 3% increase from 2017, according to data from the state Department of Justice.
NORML
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
Representatives of the US Food and Drug Administration issued warning letters on Monday to multiple companies for marketing CBD-specific products in ways that violate federal law. The agency issued warning letters to 15 commercial entities. Seven additional companies received similar letters earlier this year. The FDA alleges that the companies marketed CBD as either a dietary supplement or as a food additive, or in a manner that implied it could prevent or cure serious disease –- all of w
Cannabis Life Network
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
A lot of cannabis consumers were suspended in terror at the beginning of October, 2018. Many dispensaries were announcing their closure and we did not know when or if they would reopen. Some cannabis retail shops were silent, while others were just as unsure of their province’s upcoming actions as we were. In British Columbia, […]. The post A Dispensary Dichotomy – Why Activists Are Needed on Both Sides of the Brick and Mortar appeared first on Cannabis News | Lifestyle Tips |
NORML
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
Patients suffering from persistent pain conditions who frequently use cannabis are far less likely to use non-prescription opioids, according to longitudinal data published in the journal PLOS One. A team of investigators from Canada and the United States assessed drug use trends in chronic pain patients over a multi-year period (June 1, 2014 to December 1, 2017).
The Joint Blog
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
Inhaling marijuana is associated with reductions in headache and migraine severity, according to a new study published in the Journal of Pain , and published by the National Institute of Health. The study, titled Short and Long-term effects of cannabis on headaches and migraine , can be found by clicking here. For the study, researchers at Washington State University analyzed data from 1,959 anonymous marijuana consumers who tracked their marijuana use and headache frequency over a 16-month p
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
Palmdale (R) Tom Lackey says bigger price tags on buds, concentrates and other legal products will inevitably send more customers into California’s tax-free illegal market in search of bargains. In a letter Monday, Lackey asked the Department of Tax and Fee Administration to provide the analyses it used to justify a boost in cultivation taxes and what’s known as the mark-up rate.
MMJ Recs
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
Living in Oklahoma entitles you to participate in the state’s medical marijuana program. We’ve talked a lot about how to obtain a medical marijuana card , but once you have it, you might ask the question: “How do I make sure my OK MMJ card is up to date?” Here’s our helpful guide for everything you need to know in order to keep your medical marijuana card in good standing in the state of Oklahoma.
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 24, 2019
Cannabis-based medicinal products. NICE guideline [NG144] Published date: November 2019. Guidance. Tools and resources. Evidence. History. Overview. Recommendations. Recommendations for research. Rationale and impact. Context. Finding more information and committee details. Share. Download. Guidance. Next . Recommendations. 1.1 Intractable nausea and vomiting. 1.2 Chronic pain. 1.3 Spasticity. 1.4 Severe treatment-resistant epilepsy. 1.5 Prescribing.
The Fresh Toast
NOVEMBER 27, 2019
This goes against the theory that cannabis use reduces dopamine production resulting in lower motivation and, ultimately, inability to achieve life goals. . Continue reading Science: Cannabis Does Not Make You Lazy After All at The Fresh Toast.
Canna Law Blog
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
On November 20th, the Washington State Department of Agriculture (“WSDA”) released the hemp cultivation plan (the “Plan”) that it intends to submit to the US Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) along with a corresponding set of hemp regulations (“Hemp Rules”). This post will provide an overview of Washington’s hemp plan. Recordkeeping, Violations, and Inspections.
Canna Law Blog
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
One of the most fundamental questions facing any businessperson in the cannabis industry and every other industry is: “What type of business entity should I use?”. This is such a loaded question that your lawyer or accountant will first respond with, “That depends,” and then they will need to ask you at least ten follow-up questions to understand your goals and expectations, as well as the goals and expectations of your business partners and financiers.
Leafly
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
Indoor cannabis growing is wasteful when it comes to energy usage. Here's what you can do to make growing more green. The post Can indoor cannabis ever be sustainable? appeared first on Leafly.
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
Here’s the press release in full. Toronto, November 26, 2019 – Deloitte has acquired Mississauga-based Cannabis Compliance Inc. (CCI) to enhance its growing cannabis consulting practice. Specializing in licensing and compliance, CCI has become a trusted advisor to many Canadian cannabis business leaders. The newly established CCI Deloitte will offer substantial resources and deep knowledge across the entire cannabis consulting spectrum, providing end-to-end services to help our clients th
NORML
NOVEMBER 28, 2019
At NORML, as we gather around the table today, we’re thankful not only for the dozens of legislative victories and the historic votes in Congress in 2019, we’re thankful for you, our supporters, members, and donors, who’ve made this progress possible. It’s because of your passion, commitment, and generosity that NORML has been able to sustain the fight to end marijuana prohibition for nearly fifty years… and together, we’ll keep winning.
Canna Law Blog
NOVEMBER 29, 2019
The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) had a busy Monday this week. On November 25, the agency issued warning letters to 15 businesses selling hemp-derived CBD (“Hemp-CBD”) products as unapproved drugs. The FDA also released updated consumer guidance on Hemp-CBD. Warning Letters. The recent batch of warning letters appear to turn on the marketing of Hemp-CBD products as unapproved drugs.
Leafly
NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Officials say CBD "has the potential to harm you." Here's what they're worried about, and how it relates to over-the-counter products. The post The FDA is worried about CBD. Should you be concerned? appeared first on Leafly.
LIWTS
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
The whole subject of cannabis in the UK right now is rather embarrassing. Cannabis culture is alive and well, but remains confined to the underground. All forms of cannabis in the UK are 100% illegal and are destined to remain as such for some time to come. Meanwhile, tens of millions of stoners in the [ ] The post Cannabis in the UK: Why Being a Brit Sucks appeared first on Legalize it.
NORML
NOVEMBER 27, 2019
Data published today in the weekly publication of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides further evidence that the presence of vitamin E acetate (oil) in illicit market, e-liquid vape products is likely associated with EVALI (e-cigarette or vaping product use-associated lung injury). Minnesota investigators identified the presence of the oil additive in 24 of the products used by 11 patients with the lung disease.
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 24, 2019
The original report was in the Daily Mail so we did fact check and as you’ll see from the UK Gazette, receivership has been declared. The story goes something like this. Tommy Corbyn son of UK Labour party leader Jeremy Corbyn has gone into receivership with debts of £100K with his hemp company National Hemp Service “NHS” Accusations are flying about but at the moment simple mismanagement appears to be the issue.
Leafly
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
The spontaneous nature of the cannabis industry is hard to predict. DiscoverCBD got ahead of the CBD surge by keeping consumer safety in the forefront. The post How Discover CBD got ahead in CBD safety appeared first on Leafly.
Canna Law Blog
NOVEMBER 24, 2019
The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (“2018 Farm Bill”) legalized hemp by removing the crop and its derivatives from the definition of marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) and by providing a detailed framework for the cultivation of hemp. The 2018 Farm Bill gives the US Department of Agriculture (“USDA”) regulatory authority over hemp cultivation at the federal level.
The Fresh Toast
NOVEMBER 28, 2019
A study conducted by the American Heart Association shows that cannabis users actually had a lower risk of atrial fibrillation. And the good news doesn’t stop there. Continue reading Among Heart Failure Patients, Cannabis Users Have Better Outcomes at The Fresh Toast.
Cannabis Law Report
NOVEMBER 24, 2019
If you wish to re-publish this story please do so with following accreditation. AUTHOR: Glenn Johnson. PUBLISHER: CANNABIS LAW REPORT. Shannon Swantek, CQA, Principal Scientist, CEO, Enlightened Quality Analytics. . Building the bridge between brands and the marketplace through testing and the importance of good data. From a branding and marketing standpoint, I’m convinced that until we bridge the science of the medical market with the consumer’s experience in the recreational market, ignorance
Leafly
NOVEMBER 25, 2019
Michigan’s cannabis stores are set to start adult-use sales on Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019. That’s much earlier than originally planned, which is good news for cannabis consumers. But the new start date means there will be few stores open for business on day one. Over time more stores will open, but product availability and retail […]. The post Michigan retail cannabis sales start Dec. 1: Here’s what you need to know appeared first on Leafly.
Canna Law Blog
NOVEMBER 28, 2019
Here’s to a great holiday for everyone out there, along with friends and families. We are thankful for the privilege of working with so many great people and companies every day, and in such a dynamic area of law and policy. Enjoy the holiday! We’ll be back tomorrow.
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