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From Rules to Reality: Cannabis in Practice with Walter Chad Blackham

Cannabis Advertising Laws: What Consumers and Brands NEED to Know 

The cannabis industry is a rapidly evolving landscape, filled with potential but also fraught with legal complexities. In this episode, associate attorney Walter (Chad) Blackham dives deep into the challenges and opportunities of cannabis in practice, focusing on how to navigate regulatory hurdles while empowering consumers and businesses. Chad breaks down the legal complexities surrounding cannabis advertising, consumer protection, and the real-world consequences of regulatory inaction. He shares expert insights on how the absence of cohesive federal cannabis regulations impacts everything from public trust to business innovation. Whether you're a consumer wanting clarity or a brand striving to stay compliant, this conversation is packed with essential takeaways.

What’s at stake?
For Consumers: Misinformation, health risks, and legal uncertainties
For Brands: Legal penalties, market instability, and ongoing compliance challenges

Watch to learn:

  • How inconsistent cannabis laws shape public perception.
  • What brands can and cannot say about their products.
  • Legal risks for cannabis brands and how to avoid them.
  • Why a unified regulatory framework is crucial for industry growth.
  • The challenges the 2018 Farm Bill poses for hemp-derived food and supplement products containing cannabinoids for consumers and manufacturers.
  • Rescheduling cannabis to Schedule III could alleviate tax burdens and increase access to medical research and advancements.
  • Why businesses need legal counsel experienced in both cannabis law and emerging markets is crucial for navigating the complex patchwork of state and federal regulations.
  • And more!

🔔 Don’t miss this essential guide to understanding cannabis advertising laws—hit play and stay informed!

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Guests

  • Walter “Chad” Blackham is an attorney at MacMurray & Shuster, where he collaborates with the Compliance and Litigation teams. He provides guidance to highly regulated businesses on matters related to advertising and marketing, teleservices, privacy and data security, and other consumer protection issues. Chad has a profound understanding of the emerging cannabis industry and has founded the firm’s expanding Cannabis, CBD, and Hemp practice area, leveraging his extensive knowledge of this evolving sector.

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*FDA Disclaimer: The content in this video is meant for educational purposes only.  The FDA has not evaluated the statements in this video and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease.

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