Cannabis Law Group’s Medical Marijuana Legal Blog

Medical marijuana proponents have found countless ways that properties of the plant can be used to treat physical and mental conditions. With more funds being invested into treatment potential, more patients are being offered medical marijuana alternatives to pharmaceuticals. What about a drug to treat marijuana dependence? With all of the talk about the benefits…

Every year, Alzheimer’s impacts the lives of millions of Americans. In addition to the victims of Alzheimer’s, the families and loved ones of patients are devastating by the effects of the debilitating disease. Medical researchers, patients, and their loved ones, are growing enthusiastic about the potential for the treatment of Alzheimer’s with cannabis. New research…

Nationwide, marijuana enthusiasts and smart entrepreneurs are looking in to cash-in on the growing pot industry. Depending on the state, some of these individuals and entities have already been laying the groundwork, using states like Colorado and Washington as models for potential successes and failures in the marijuana industry. For-profit ideas have included food and…

One of the most interesting shifts in the marijuana industry is from recreational “smokable” products to recreational food products. In Washington and Colorado where recreational marijuana is legal, entrepreneurs are seeking new ways to package and distribute cannabis, including food products. In addition to sweets, including brownies and cakes, known “marijuana foodies” are experimenting with…

There are many drugs that are known for their highly addictive qualities: cocaine, pharmaceuticals, alcohol, even cigarettes. Addiction and chemical dependency are dangerous and can threaten the health and quality of life for users, but diagnosing and treating physical addiction can be complicated. Critics of marijuana legalization and other public health organizations have raised concerns…

Legalization of marijuana has changed not only the market for marijuana, but has impacted other industries as well. As the trend of legalization sweeps through the U.S., those in the real estate business have had to take note. New marijuana laws and regulations have had implications for property owners and management. It also can impact…

Drug sniffing dogs at the airport and other security measures to prevent illegal trafficking and smuggling make flying with drugs seem like an unquestionably illegal activity. But, now that more states have legalized marijuana, residents where pot is legal may be wondering, can you bring marijuana on the airplane? Even if it is illegal for…

Veterans returning from combat may suffer a host of physical, emotional, and psychological ailments that may be relieved with the use of medical marijuana. A new bill introduced by Congress could help veterans who live in states where medical marijuana is already legal, but where VA doctors have previously held silent on the issue due…

As the marijuana market develops in California and nationwide, so will the myriad ways that companies brand and market their retail capabilities. “Sparc” is a leading medical marijuana dispensary in San Francisco and is known for its high-end décor, selection, and designer “Apple-esque” vibe. The dispensary was founded in 2009 and now serves a broad…

Marijuana has been known to cure help manage the symptoms in epileptic children. Now hundreds of parents in Chile have been knowingly breaking the law and growing marijuana as a last resort to help their epileptic children. According to reports, marijuana has helped alleviate pain and reduce epileptic seizures. Where traditional medications have not been…