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NFTs, Blockchain, Cryptocurrencies, and the Next Frontier of Trademarks

Most nationally recognized brands seem to remain bullish on expanding into next-generation frontiers, such as Web3, non-fungible tokens (“NFTs”), virtual goods, and even cryptocurrencies. Taking their cue from giants in other industries, ambitious cannabis, beverage, and other highly-regulated industry companies may want to shore up their brand protection assets in these important spaces before it’s too late.

Josh Zetlin November 28, 2022

Oregon Psilocybin Services also requires manufacturers to include a Product Information Document when they move any psilocybin product to licensed service centers.

Product Information Document Rules for Oregon Psilocybin Manufacturers and Service Centers

Oregon Psilocybin Services requires manufacturers to include a Product Information Document when they move any psilocybin product to licensed service centers.

Rogoway Law Group November 28, 2022

Advertising Restrictions for Oregon Psilocybin Licensees

Advertising Rules and Restrictions for Oregon Psilocybin Licensees

Emerging psilocybin businesses should carefully consider the proposed advertising restrictions, before they go about building their brand assets (logo, brand name, website, etc.) and putting together plans for promoting their psilocybin products and services.

Rogoway Law Group November 15, 2022

Residency Requirements for Oregon Psilocybin Licenses

The Residency Requirement for Oregon Psilocybin Licenses

It is crucial to understand the residency requirements for various psilocybin-related operational licenses, as Oregon, the first state in the United States to establish a psilocybin regulatory framework, starts accepting applications for psilocybin licenses beginning January 2, 2023.

Rogoway Law Group November 8, 2022

Oregon Psilocybin Manufacturer License Requirements

Understanding the Oregon Psilocybin Manufacturer License Endorsements

Oregon is the first state in the U.S. to create a regulatory framework for psilocybin services. Starting January 2, 2023, applicants can apply for various psilocybin-related operational licenses, including psilocybin manufacturer licenses.

Rogoway Law Group October 26, 2022

Redondo Beach October 2022 Special Election – Measure E, Repeal Ban On Commercial Marijuana Businesses Initiative.

Redondo Beach October 2022 Special Election – Measure E, Commercial Cannabis Voter Initiative

This post on Redondo Beach’s October 2022 Special Election commercial cannabis voter initiative (Measure E) was initially published on October 18, 2022. An update with the election results was posted on October 20, 2022. UPDATE (October 20, 2022): On October 19, 2022, City of Redondo Beach residents got the chance to vote in a special election on, among other things,

Rogoway Law Group October 20, 2022

Law360 Publishes Cannabis Licensing Expert Analysis by Firm Partners

Law360 Publishes Cannabis Law Expert Analysis by Firm Partners

Law360, a premier legal news service, has released a new Expert Analysis article authored by Rogoway Law’s Managing Partner, Joe Rogoway, and Partner, Blair Gue. Law360 Expert Analysis authors are screened by an editorial team for quality and are qualified subject matter experts in their respective practices.

Rogoway Law Group October 18, 2022

Lexis Nexis has released a new cannabis law Practical Guidance® practice note authored by Rogoway Law's Managing Partner, Joe Rogoway, and Partner, Blair Gue.

Lexis Nexis Publishes Cannabis Licensing Practice Note by Partners Joe Rogoway and Blair Gue

Lexis Nexis, a leading global provider of legal, regulatory and business information, and analytics, has released a new cannabis law Practical Guidance® practice note authored by Rogoway Law’s Managing Partner, Joe Rogoway, and Partner, Blair Gue. Practical Guidance® attorney authors are practice area specialists with skills and expertise honed over years of practice, and selected by Lexis Nexis after extensive vetting.

Rogoway Law Group October 13, 2022

Measure M will give the City of Healdsburg the ability to impose an annual gross receipts tax that may not exceed 8%.

Healdsburg to Vote on Measure M – a Cannabis Tax Measure – in November 2022

If approved, Measure M will give the City of Healdsburg the ability to impose an annual gross receipts tax that may not exceed 8% on any Person conducting cannabis business within City limits.

Rogoway Law Group October 11, 2022

UDRPs for Regulated Substance Domain Names

Cybersquatting can dilute and harm a brand in many ways, including by drawing potential customers and business opportunities away from a business. The cost of a UDRP action could prove very worthwhile when a disputed domain is actually damaging a business.

Josh Zetlin October 10, 2022

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