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November 07, 2024
Ore. Judge Denies CBD Co's Bid To Freeze Bank Assets
An Oregon federal judge won't freeze accounts tied to the founders of a "neobank" that went belly up and failed to return nearly $127,000 in deposits made by a cannabis company, saying the accounts are operated by a bank that is not a party to the litigation.
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November 07, 2024
Colo. Cannabis Co. Seeks Receivership As Part Of Wind Down
A branded cannabis consumer goods company asked a Colorado state court late Wednesday to appoint a receiver over its business as its Canadian parent company seeks to wind down its operations.
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November 06, 2024
After Electoral Defeats, Cannabis Advocates Eye Next Steps
Cannabis industry advocates and reform activists struck a note of cautious optimism Wednesday following an expected Republican electoral sweep of the federal government, while opponents of legalization touted the defeat of multiple statewide ballot measures as proof of their position that marijuana reform efforts were losing support.
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November 06, 2024
Feds Fight Philly Injection Site Group's 3rd Circ. Appeal
The U.S. Department of Justice has urged the Third Circuit to preserve its win in preventing an overdose prevention organization from opening a supervised safe-injection site in Philadelphia, arguing that a lower court correctly ruled that the group is not a religious organization eligible for federal protection.
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November 06, 2024
Kratom Co. Failed To Warn Of 'Addictive Potential,' Suit Says
The company behind Kryptic Kratom and K-Chill branded supplements was hit with a proposed class action accusing the company concealing the "addictive potential" of kratom, which the suit likens to opioids, morphine and heroin.
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November 06, 2024
Mass. Tobacco Law's Penalty Provision Hits State's Top Court
Massachusetts' highest court on Wednesday attempted to reconcile a state law mandating a $1,000 fine for selling flavored tobacco products with a separate statute requiring local officials to file a criminal complaint if they seek to enforce penalties of that amount.
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November 06, 2024
Lowenstein Sandler Sues Firm Over Dispensary Fee Dispute
A New Jersey law firm accused of helping forcibly dismantle a medical cannabis dispensary to deprive Lowenstein Sandler LLP of over $750,000 in fees for work on the dispensary's behalf has asked the New Jersey state court to let it exit the suit, arguing Lowenstein Sandler failed to state a claim.
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November 06, 2024
Tobacco Cos. Side With FDA In Menthol Cigarette Ban Fight
Tobacco giants R.J. Reynolds and Philip Morris have come to the aid of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in a pair of friend-of-the-court briefs, urging a federal court to toss a suit against the agency over its purported delays in implementing a ban on menthol cigarettes.
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November 05, 2024
Mass. Voters Reject Tipped Minimum Wage Proposal
Massachusetts voters on Tuesday rejected a hotly contested measure that would have fundamentally changed how servers and other tipped workers are compensated, one of a collection of ballot initiatives dealing with employment rights, education and legalized hallucinogens.
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November 05, 2024
Trump Has Official Immunity. What About His Aides?
Whether the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on presidential immunity extends to subordinates who follow a president's orders has become a more pressing question in the wake of Donald Trump's projected election win, according to legal experts.
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November 05, 2024
How Trump Can Quash His Criminal Cases
Donald Trump's projected victory at the polls also translates to a win in the courts, as the second-term president will have the power to end both of his federal criminal cases. And the U.S. Supreme Court's decision on presidential immunity would shield him from any consequences for ordering his charges to be dismissed, experts say.
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November 05, 2024
An Early Look At Trump's Supreme Court Shortlist
With former President Donald Trump projected to win the 2024 presidential election and the Republicans' success in securing the U.S. Senate majority, Trump may now get the chance to appoint two more justices to the U.S. Supreme Court, cementing the court's conservative tilt for decades to come.
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November 05, 2024
GOP's Senate Win Hands Future Of The Judiciary To Trump
Republicans were projected to take back the White House and Senate and possibly the House early Wednesday, putting the GOP in position to back Donald Trump's agenda and his slate of young, conservative judicial nominees.
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November 05, 2024
The Firms With An Inside Track To A New Trump Admin
Law firms that have represented Donald Trump and the Republican Party on everything from personal legal woes to election-related lawsuits could see the risks of that work pay dividends as Trump is projected to secure a second term in office.
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November 05, 2024
Cannabis And Psychedelic Reform Bids Fail In Multiple States
Efforts to liberalize cannabis and psychedelic laws via ballot initiatives met with defeat in multiple states on Election Day, dealing a blow to reformers of drug policies.
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November 05, 2024
On The Ground: How Attorneys Safeguarded The Election
Attorneys worked tirelessly Tuesday to support citizens and election workers on the final day of voting in one of history's most contentious presidential contests.
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November 04, 2024
Former Curaleaf VP Sues Over Pay Bias, Sexual Harassment
A former executive at Curaleaf is suing the cannabis dispensary giant for discrimination and sexual harassment, claiming in Massachusetts federal court the company paid her white C-suite peers more money and ultimately sidelined her after she spoke out about male colleagues' lewd and racist remarks.
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November 04, 2024
With Lawsuit Pending, Nebraskans To Vote On Medical Pot
A pair of initiatives to legalize medical marijuana in Nebraska and regulate its sale will appear on the ballot on Election Day, but a pending legal challenge whose trial concluded Monday means it is unclear whether the initiatives will take effect even if they do get voter approval.
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November 04, 2024
Blind Man Says Mo. Dispensary Site Not ADA Compliant
A Missouri medical marijuana dispensary has not ensured that all would-be customers can use its website, according to a new lawsuit from a visually impaired man who says that the site is not accessible to him.
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November 04, 2024
Rehab Sued Over Staffer's Alleged Relationship With Patient
The father of a patient at a Newport Academy treatment center is alleging in federal court that one of the facility's care coordinators engaged in an inappropriate relationship while his son was a minor in the residential treatment program.
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November 01, 2024
Ex-Nuclear Worker Fired Over Drug Test Is Denied Rehearing
A Mississippi federal judge said he won't allow a former nuclear engineer for Entergy Operations Inc. to proceed with a wrongful termination lawsuit accusing the company of tampering with drug tests as retaliation for his refusing to falsify safety reports, decrying his arguments as "conjecture, speculation" and "conclusory allegations."
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November 01, 2024
Chicago Cannabis Co. Keeps Tips From Workers, Suit Claims
A Chicago-based dispensary chain, EarthMed LLC, was hit with a proposed class action lawsuit, accusing it of allowing management to steal large portions of tips meant for "budtenders."
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November 01, 2024
4 States To Vote On Expanding Cannabis Or Psychedelics
On Tuesday, voters in Florida, North Dakota and South Dakota will decide whether to legalize cannabis for adult recreational use, while Massachusetts — where marijuana is already fully legal — will decide whether to decriminalize and regulate certain psychedelics.
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October 31, 2024
1st Circ. Urged To Rethink Ruling On Maine Cannabis Grow
The First Circuit should reconsider its decision to allow the prosecution of a Maine marijuana entrepreneur whom the Feds say was operating an illicit grow site, arguing that it's unclear how far a licensed operator can stray from state cannabis law before federal law enforcement can get involved.
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October 31, 2024
FDA Warns Cos. Over E-Cigs That Look Like Tech Devices
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued warnings to nine online retailers and one manufacturer for selling unauthorized disposable e-cigarettes with features that look like smart technology that may appeal to young people, such as the capacity to play games or play music.
Expert Analysis
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Swimming Makes Me A Better Lawyer
Years of participation in swimming events, especially in the open water, have proven to be ideal preparation for appellate arguments in court — just as you must put your trust in the ocean when competing in a swim event, you must do the same with the judicial process, says John Kulewicz at Vorys.
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What 100 Federal Cases Suggest About Changes To Chevron
With the U.S. Supreme Court poised to overturn or narrow its 40-year-old doctrine of Chevron deference, a review of 100 recent federal district court decisions confirm that changes to the Chevron framework will have broad ramifications — but the magnitude of the impact will depend on the details of the high court's ruling, say Kali Schellenberg and Jon Cochran at LeVan Stapleton.
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Don't Use The Same Template For Every Client Alert
As the old marketing adage goes, consistency is key, but law firm style guides need consistency that contemplates variety when it comes to client alert formats, allowing attorneys to tailor alerts to best fit the audience and subject matter, says Jessica Kaplan at Legally Penned.
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Drafting Calif. Cannabis Management Services Agreements
Meital Manzuri and Alexis Lazzeri at Manzuri Law explore the ways in which management services agreements function in the California commercial cannabis industry, and highlight a few specific terms and conditions that are crucial when drafting these agreements.
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Walking With My Dog Makes Me A Better Lawyer
Thanks to my dog Birdie, I've learned that carving out an activity different from the practice of law — like daily outdoor walks that allow you to interact with new people — can contribute to professional success by boosting creativity and mental acuity, as well as expanding your social network, says Sarah Petrie at the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office.
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Think Like A Lawyer: Follow The Iron Rule Of Trial Logic
Many diligent and eager attorneys include every good fact, point and rule in their trial narratives — spurred by the gnawing fear they’ll be second-guessed for leaving something out — but this approach ignores a fundamental principle of successful trial lawyering, says Luke Andrews at Poole Huffman.
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The Art Of Asking: Leveraging Your Contacts For Referrals
Though attorneys may hesitate to ask for referral recommendations to generate new business, research shows that people want to help others they know, like and trust, so consider who in your network you should approach and how to make the ask, says Rebecca Hnatowski at Edwards Advisory.
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Wave Of Final Rules Reflects Race Against CRA Deadline
The flurry of final rules now leaping off the Federal Register press — some of which will affect entire industries and millions of Americans — shows President Joe Biden's determination to protect his regulatory legacy from reversal by the next Congress, given the impending statutory look-back period under the Congressional Review Act, say attorneys at Jenner & Block.
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Being An Equestrian Makes Me A Better Lawyer
Beyond getting experience thinking on my feet and tackling stressful situations, the skills I've gained from horseback riding have considerable overlap with the skills used to practice law, particularly in terms of team building, continuing education, and making an effort to reset and recharge, says Kerry Irwin at Moore & Van Allen.
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4 Ways To Refresh Your Law Firm's Marketing Strategy
With many BigLaw firms relying on an increasingly obsolete marketing approach that prioritizes stiff professionalism over authentic connection, adopting a few key communications strategies to better connect with today's clients and prospects can make all the difference, say Eric Pacifici and Kevin Henderson at SMB Law.
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Whitewater Kayaking Makes Me A Better Lawyer
Whether it's seeing clients and their issues from a new perspective, or staying nimble in a moment of intense challenge, the lessons learned from whitewater kayaking transcend the rapids of a river and prepare attorneys for the courtroom and beyond, says Matthew Kent at Alston & Bird.
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Cannabis Ruling Lights Path For Bankruptcy Protection
A recent Massachusetts bankruptcy appellate court ruling in Blumsack v. Harrington leaves the door open for those employed in the cannabis industry to seek bankruptcy relief where certain conditions are met, but rescheduling marijuana as a Schedule III drug may complicate matters, say Jane Haviland and Kathryn Droumbakis at Mintz.
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This Earth Day, Consider How Your Firm Can Go Greener
As Earth Day approaches, law firms and attorneys should consider adopting more sustainable practices to reduce their carbon footprint — from minimizing single-use plastics to purchasing carbon offsets for air travel — which ultimately can also reduce costs for clients, say M’Lynn Phillips and Lisa Walters at IMS Legal Strategies.
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Practicing Law With Parkinson's Disease
This Parkinson’s Awareness Month, Adam Siegler at Greenberg Traurig discusses his experience working as a lawyer with Parkinson’s disease, sharing both lessons on how to cope with a diagnosis and advice for supporting colleagues who live with the disease.
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Playing Hockey Makes Me A Better Lawyer
Nearly a lifetime of playing hockey taught me the importance of avoiding burnout in all aspects of life, and the game ultimately ended up providing me with the balance I needed to maintain success in my legal career, says John Riccione at Taft.