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First-time visitors to Nevada are often amazed by the rows of slot machines adorning the entrances to supermarkets. Nevada is unique in that it allows business owners to supplement the income from their primary business with...more
In Nevada, four tiers of registration or licensing capture almost all individuals and companies involved in the gaming industry. The overall policy for registration and licensing is to protect the public’s confidence and...more
On August 14, 2025, the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission (the “Commission”) voted to formally release its draft amended Social Consumption Establishment regulations, marking a significant step towards finally...more
Bermuda's proposed new licensing regime for digital identity service providers (DISPs) has been further refined and updated, with five licensable activities reduced to two. The development of the DISP regime commenced...more
In a shocking announcement, the New York Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) informed 108 adult-use dispensary license holders, including 89 in NYC, that the current locations of their dispensaries are in violation of the...more
New Colorado Registered Agent Requirements (Effective July 1, 2025) - The Colorado Secretary of State has announced updated requirements for serving as a registered agent in Colorado....more
In this episode of Cannabis Law Now, Hilary Bricken sits down with Mitch Meyers, partner at BeLeaf Medical, to discuss the ins and outs of operating a commercial cannabis business in the State of Missouri. Mitch shares her...more
Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, a bill headed to the President’s desk may ease restrictions on cannabis research. Facebook and Instagram...more
On June 5, 2025, the Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management (“OCM”) held its first lottery for applicants seeking cannabis business license types that are available in limited quantities. This marks the first grant of...more
“We have represented several clients who are looking to acquire and reposition warehouse properties. Today, these properties are not being used for ‘logistics uses,’ the term used in AB 98. For example, one of our clients has...more
Pursuant to House Bill 177, Delaware has postponed the effective date of the changes to its trade name registration process until February 2, 2026, to “allow the Department of Revenue to conduct outreach to affected agencies...more
Effective February 2, 2026, significant changes will be implemented in the process of registering fictitious names, trade names, and doing business as names (collectively trade names) in Delaware. These changes are designed...more
Beginning June 2, 2025, Delaware will no longer require companies to file notarized trade names (also known as “doing business as” or “DBA” names) in each county. Instead, companies will need to complete a single online...more
UPDATE as of May 28, 2025: Implementation has been delayed until February 2, 2026. Business entities should still prepare for this coming change. Delaware has overhauled how business entities register and maintain trade...more
On February 7, 2025, Delaware House Bill 40, which amends portions of the Delaware Code dealing with the registration of trade names (DBAs) in Delaware, was signed into law by Governor Matt Meyer. ...more
Minnesota Adult Use Cannabis Update - We assisted multiple clients in completing and submitting their adult-use cannabis license applications to the Office of Cannabis Management (“OCM”), and we continue to monitor how and...more
These days, the explosive growth of the wellness industry—fueled by increased consumer interest in healthy lifestyle choices—presents a prime opportunity for brands to showcase their offerings through “wellness retreats” with...more
Effective June 2, 2025, Delaware is changing its registration process for trade names (also known as “doing-business-as” or “DBA” registrations) pursuant to House Bill No. 401, which was signed on February 7, 2025. House Bill...more
The Dubai government has recently allowed the companies in free zones to expand in the mainland Dubai. The decision was taken through Executive Council Resolution No 11 of 2025 and is aimed to increase investment and promote...more
Welcome back to The Week in Weed, your Friday look at what’s happening in the world of legalized marijuana. This week, the Pennsylvania legislature takes up an adult-use legalization bill. A new DEA nominee indicates he would...more
Dina Rollman is a cannabis industry veteran who has worn countless hats, making her way from cannabis attorney to cannabis business executive. She helped take Green Thumb Industries (GTI), a national cannabis company, from an...more
The US Virgin Islands (“USVI”) is finally inching closer to launching a dual medical and adult-use cannabis program. Earlier this week the USVI Office of Cannabis Regulation (“OCR”) announced that applications for cultivation...more
Medical device manufacturers and distributors have come under increasing scrutiny from state licensing agencies and operating without a required license may lead to severe consequences. These can include financial penalties;...more
Like many others, we were caught up in filing a slew of Minnesota adult use cannabis applications for our clients by March 14 (which, if you were paying attention, that deadline was extended to March 15 by midnight because of...more
The past year for the Illinois cannabis industry revealed continuing tensions and disparity between the rosy picture painted by officials; the reality for businesses on the ground; and the downstream impact to patients and...more