
New York Takes Another Step Closer to Adult-Use Cannabis: OCM Releases Draft Rules on Packaging and Marketing
The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) released draft regulations for the packaging, labeling, marketing, and advertising of cannabis products in New York State.
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Motion to Dismiss Denied in Hermès’ Case Against ‘MetaBirkins’ Artist
Last month, we published an article on the rise of NFT lawsuits including cases with issues of trademark infringement such as Hermès v. Rothschild. A recent Order further exemplifies how NFT litigation will be reviewed by federal courts.
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From the Discord Server to the Courthouse: Lessons Learned From Early NFT Lawsuits
NFT projects are now maturing from informal projects to legitimate businesses with global media aspirations. A corresponding rise in NFT litigation has accompanied the industry’s growth.
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New York Lays Down the Law on Illicit Cannabis Operations
Senate Bill S8511 addresses and specifically criminalizes the ongoing cannabis “gifting schemes” employed throughout New York.
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Executive Director Gives Update on New York Adult-Use Licensure Timeline
We had previously heard that the draft regulations for adult-use licenses under the MRTA would come in late winter or early spring.
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The House Passes SAFE Banking for a Sixth Time… What Will It Take to Pass?
The Secure and Fair Enforcement Banking Act was previously removed from the omnibus defense spending bill in Congress. This legislation generally prohibits federal regulators from penalizing institutions (such as banks) for providing services to legitimate cannabis-related businesses.
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The New York Medical Psilocybin Legislation and Beyond
An overview of psilocybin and Assembly Bill A08569, which relates to the medical use of psilocybin.
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New York Now Recognizes a New Exception to the Hearsay Rule
As of January 2022, New York will adopt a new provision to the Civil Practice Law and Rules, CPLR §4549, which expands the admissibility of statements made by a party’s agent or employee.
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