by evansfox | Sep 4, 2026
Trademark Protection for Cannabis Brands: Opportunities and Limitations The cannabis industry is one of the fastest-growing consumer markets in the U.S., but it also faces one of the most complicated intellectual property landscapes. While effective brand identity is...
by evansfox | Aug 6, 2026
From Gas Pumps to Gummies: How the Iran War Is Affecting New York Cannabis Businesses When most New Yorkers think about the war involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, they think first about oil prices, inflation, military escalation, or geopolitical...
by evansfox | Apr 22, 2026
New York’s Type 3 Processor (“Brand License”), issued by the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM), enables brand operators to enter the state’s legal cannabis market without touching the plant themselves. Here’s a complete breakdown: Authorized Activities...
by evansfox | Feb 10, 2026
All adult-use and medical cannabis products in New York State must be processed according to Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards. It is mandatory for all licensees and registrants to comply with GMP for the duration of their license. The objective of imposing...
by evansfox | Jan 7, 2026
In August 2025, the New York Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) released Advisory 2025-001 after completing an internal review of agency practices. The review found that previous guidance on how dispensary locations were measured relative to schools was inconsistent...
by evansfox | Aug 6, 2025
Can you trademark a cannabis brand? You may have some options you did not know about As the cannabis industry grows, branding has become essential for standing out in a competitive market. However, trademarking cannabis-related goods and services remains a complex...
