Category: Legal Advocacy

Cannabis and Cars- Scientific and Legal Implications of Cannabis Use and Driving (Video)

In this video podcast, Rod discusses the intersection of law and science that arises from cannabis use and driving. Traditional DUI tests are primarily oriented towards detecting alcohol impairment. Do these tests work for cannabis impairment? If not, is it possible to create cannabis-specific testing protocols, and accompanying laws and regulations, that accurately measure impairment while not unjustly criminalizing unimpaired cannabis users?

16 Feb 2021Comments: 0

ROD TALKS CANNABIS ON THE CANNABINOID CONNECT PODCAST (VIDEO)

In this video, Rod discusses delta-8 THC, CBD and cannabis in Europe and Mexico, the role of international treaties in cannabis reform, California’s Proposition 65, and the FDA’s position on CBD, among other cannabis issues.

21 Jan 2021Comments: 0

New Law Restricts Online Sales of Hemp and CBD Vapes

Online sellers of hemp vapes and CBD vapes are implicated in a new federal law that places stringent requirements on retailers of vaping products.

5 Jan 2021Comments: 16

The FTC and CBD: Is Your Hemp Business a Target?

The FTC recently issued fines and sanctions to six CBD product manufacturers who were accused of providing misleading information to consumers about the benefits of hemp extract and CBD.

3 Jan 2021Comments: 0

Delta-8 THC and State Law

There are many challenges with advising clients or potential clients about ∆8, one of which is the fact that many states across the country regulate hemp, hemp-derived CBD, and ∆8 differently. As a result, there is no “one-size-fits all” answer to whether ∆8 products can be manufactured, distributed, or sold within a given state.

22 Dec 2020Comments: 1

Rod Discusses Cannabis and Psychedelics on “How To Launch An Industry” Podcast

Listen to Rod and other industry experts discuss the dichotomy between patenting psychedelics compounds and promoting free and open research, the complexities of South American cannabis in Europe, the 12,000 year old relationship between humans and psychedelics, a side by side comparison of two hallucinogenic substances, and how well various cannabinoids permeate the skin.

20 Dec 2020Comments: 4

Will You Support the Hemp Industry at this Crucial Moment?

We need your support for a lawsuit challenging the DEA’s unlawful assertion of regulatory authority over hemp. If you are involved in the hemp industry, the DEA’s interim final rule probably affects you.

16 Oct 2020Comments: 5

HIA and RE Botanicals File Second Lawsuit Against DEA

HIA and RE Botanicals filed a second legal action against the DEA regarding the Interim Final Rule (IFR). Kight Law is proud to be part of the legal team.

13 Oct 2020Comments: 0

Hemp Business Law CLE Tomorrow- Will You Join Us?

On Friday, October 2, 2020, I will be discussing hemp business law along with my colleague, Tyler Russell, and Professor Marne Coit of NC State University for a Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminar. I hope you can join us.

1 Oct 2020Comments: 0

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