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Oregon Cannabis: OLCC Licensing and Market Updates
We continue to represent myriad buyers and sellers of OLCC marijuana licenses. At any given time, we are running 10-12 of these...
Minnesota Cannabis: Apply for Your Lower-Potency Hemp Edible License by October...
The lower-potency hemp edible licensing window is open, through October 31st
Last month, I gave a big picture status update on cannabis licensing...
Is Cannabis Legal in Minnesota?
Cannabis is legal for recreational and medicinal use in Minnesota. Understanding the state’s legislation is important for any individual or business in...
Oregon Federal Court Lawsuit Filed, Seeking Interstate Cannabis Sales
Yesterday late afternoon, Oregon cannabis wholesaler Jefferson Packing House (JPC) filed another dormant commerce clause (DCC) challenge to protectionist state cannabis laws....
Where National Politics Failed, Can Local Democracy Prevail? The Caye Caulker...
On October 8th, voters of Caye Caulker will make history as they head to the polls for Belize’s first-ever community cannabis referendum....
Thai Cannabis at a Crossroads: Regulation, Opportunity and Political Reality
Thailand’s political landscape shifted decisively on September 5, 2025, when Anutin Charnvirakul secured appointment as Prime Minister with support from 311 of...
I Bet Your Cannabis Lawyer is a Pretty Good Business Lawyer
Over the years, I’ve heard many variations on a certain comment I’d like to address. The comment is: “I thought of calling...
Cannabis Banking: Thoughts on FinCEN’s Latest Report
FinCEN drops new marijuana-related business banking data
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) is a bureau in the U.S. Department of Treasury. Last...
Webinar Replay | Cannabis Without Borders
If you missed our live session last week, the replay of Cannabis Without Borders: Global Policy & Market Trends is now available!
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Federal Court Rejects “Illegality Defense” in Cannabis Trademark Case
The creative defense that failed
A trademark infringement defendant argued it couldn’t be sued in federal court because its cannabis business was engaged...
