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A CBD manufacturer in Arizona has been fined $30,000 for misleading marketing
By Jordan Gertje on July 8, 2021 Kushly, and its CEO, Cody Alt, are being sued for allegedly making misleading and unsubstantiated health claims about Kushly’s CBD product. In its.
Five Things to Know Now About Oregon’s Psilocybin Therapy Program
In November 2020, Oregon voters approved Measure 109, the Oregon Psilocybin Services Act (the “Act”), which directs the Oregon Health Authority (“OHA”) to work with the Oregon Psilocybin Advisory Board.
Mississippi Marijuana Misstep
The Mississippi Court of Appeals upheld a life sentence for a 38-year-old man for possession of 1.5 oz of marijuana – which is now legalized in a majority of states.
Beware of Unofficial Trademark Solicitations
Beware of Unofficial Trademark Solicitations You will never be contacted by the Patent and Trademark Office regarding your trademark, but you will receive lots of scam and spam mail. Trademark.
SB 5372 Important First Step in Washington’s Hemp Market
Even though Washington State’s hemp plan has been on the books since February 20, 2020, when Washington’s Hemp Plan was approved by the United States Department of Agriculture. The groundwork.
The Strains of Decriminalizing Cannabis: Seattle U Cannabis Law Society Discusses Sparks of Change
In November of 2012, Washington State voters passed Initiative 502, permitting Washingtonians over the age of 21 to recreationally consume cannabis products—making Washington, along with Colorado—the first states to legalize.
Reddit 4.20 AMA is now live!
Happy 4.20!!! This is an opportunity for us to interact directly with the public to answer any, and we mean any, burning questions you have about the cannabis industry. Our.
Don’t Miss Our 2021 — 4/20 Reddit AMA
Don’t Miss Our 2021 — 4/20 Reddit AMA It is one of our favorite days of the year, 4/20, and again, we are celebrating by hosting an Ask Me Anything.
Lessons learned from a Michigan Credit Union
Lessons learned from a Michigan Credit Union NCUA’s Cease-and-Desist Order for a Cannabis Banking Program by Alan Hanson Most people who are involved in or are considering cannabis banking are.
Are the New FDA Warning Letters Signaling Treatment of Hemp Extracts as Over the Counter Monographs?
Are the New FDA Warning Letters Signaling Treatment of Hemp Extracts as Over the Counter Monographs? The FDA issued two new warning letters on March 22, 2021. Previous rounds of.
Oregon Agricultural Workers Eligible for Covid Shot
Oregon Agricultural Workers Eligible for Covid Shot Oregon’s Governor Brown and the state’s health officials announced that agricultural workers, including the cannabis industry, are now eligible to receive the vaccine.
Cannabis Industry Jobs Double in 2020
According to a recent 2021 Cannabis Jobs Report published by Leafly and Whitney Economics, jobs in the legalized cannabis industry doubled in 2020 over 2019 – there are now 321,000.
Patenting Pot – Neil Juneja on Legal Talk Network
Neil Juneja, Founding Partner of Gleam Law, speaks with Laurence Colletti of Legal Talk Network about issues surrounding patents in the cannabis industry. Listen to the podcast here: Patenting Pot
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Erratic Industrial Hemp Economy Presents Risks and Rewards
Erratic Industrial Hemp Economy Presents Risks and Rewards Over the past few years cannabidiol (“CBD”) has become a ubiquitous ingredient in all varieties of consumer products ranging from vitamins.
TCPA and CEMA are Landmines for Marijuana Companies
TCPA and CEMA are Landmines for Marijuana Companies It seems like a no brainer. A company is offering you increased sales by virtue of a simple text based marketing campaign..
COVID-19, Cannabis Workers and a Request to the Vaccine Advisory Committee
Public Comment – 1b Vaccine Group Hello Mr. Dunn and Members of the Vaccine Advisory Committee: On behalf of Gleam Law, PLLC and the wonderful group of people and businesses.
Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board Announces New Cannabis Compliance Consultant Team
Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board Announces New Cannabis Compliance Consultant Team The Washington State Liquor & Cannabis Board recently announced it has formed a group of Compliance Consultants across.
What is the difference between copyrights, patents, and trademarks?
What is the difference between copyrights, patents, and trademarks? Copyrights, trademarks, and patents are three types of intellectual property, ideas that you can own and control. Copyrights protect new creative.
2020 Election and Cannabis Banking
I’ve recently been reading articles on the impact of cannabis legalization if the House, Senate and Presidency are Democratically controlled after the 2020 election. Not surprisingly, they all anticipate that.
Juneja Appointed to Advisory Panel
Neil Juneja, founder and managing partner of Gleam Law, was recently named to Marijuana Venture Magazine’s advisory panel. The panel is comprised of attorneys, accountants and other business professionals to.
Oregon’s Recreational Cannabis Industry and the 2020 Wildfires
Much of the west coast of the United States is ablaze. As fires ravage much of Oregon, OLCC licensed recreational cannabis companies – most of whom have troublesome exclusions in.
Washington to make changes to Party of Interest Classifications
Understanding who qualifies as a True Party of Interest has tripped up more than one license-holder in Washington’s legal Cannabis industry. For years, spouses were also vetted and considered true.
Gleam Law Attorney Recognized by Super Lawyers
Gleam Law Attorney Recognized by Super Lawyers Gleam Law is proud to share that Justin Walsh is featured as a 2020 Washington Super Lawyer. Justin is a firm partner at.
NCUA is Excited for Hemp Banking
NCUA is Excited for Hemp Banking Last year National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Chairman, Rodney Hood, encouraged credit unions to thoughtfully consider serving hemp-related businesses within their field of membership[1]..