Thomas Howard

Thomas Howard

A seasoned commercial lawyer and the Managing Director of Collateral Base. With over 15 years of experience, Tom specializes in the cannabis industry, helping businesses navigate complex regulations, secure licenses, and obtain capital. He has successfully assisted clients in multiple states and is a Certified Ganjier. Tom also runs the popular YouTube channel "Cannabis Legalization News," providing insights and updates on cannabis laws and industry trends.

cannabis litigation

Navigating Cannabis Litigation: A Comprehensive Guide for Business Owners in 2025

As the cannabis and hemp industry expands across the U.S., state-by-state legalization brings with it an evolving set of regulatory and legal challenges. Each day, cannabis businesses confront new obstacles, from complex licensing disputes to compliance issues and protecting intellectual property. The rapidly changing legal landscape requires business owners to understand the intricacies of cannabis […]

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What Does a Cannabis Lawyer Do

What Does a Cannabis Lawyer Do? 5 Exciting Roles Uncovered

What Does a Cannabis Lawyer Do? Explained The cannabis industry is evolving growing.  Large law firms are now adding cannabis industry practice groups to their list of services and advertising their skills as cannabis lawyers.   Sometimes they lack experienced cannabis business attorneys because states are so new when they start that no lawyer really can

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Illinois Dispensary Rules

Illinois Dispensary Rules: Key Updates for 2024

As the Illinois cannabis market continues to evolve, so too does the regulatory landscape. In August 2024, the Illinois Dispensary Rules changed when the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) implemented significant updates to the cannabis dispensary regulations. This is a major update to Illinois laws regarding cannabis purchase and possession in Illinois beyond

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Intoxicating Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids

Intoxicating Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids Illegal

Intoxicating Hemp-Derived Cannabinoids: Legality of HHC, THCp, Delta-8 Understanding the complex world of hemp-derived cannabinoids can feel like solving a jigsaw puzzle with pieces that keep changing shapes. Knowing the legality of hemp-derived intoxicating cannabinoids, like delta-8 THC and many others, can keep you safe and avoid being suckered in by plant extracts peddlers claiming

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Corporate Formation Lawyer

What is a Corporate Formation Lawyer? A Comprehensive Guide to Their Role

A corporate formation lawyer plays a pivotal role in helping entrepreneurs, startups, and established businesses navigate the complex legal landscape of forming and structuring a company. From choosing the right entity to ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, these specialized attorneys provide the legal expertise needed to establish a solid foundation for business growth.

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Second Amendment and Marijuana Use

Second Amendment and Marijuana Use | Case of US v. Connelly 2024

Fifth Circuit Court Ruling on Second Amendment and Marijuana Use: A Landmark Case The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals recently handed down a significant decision in United States v. Paola Connelly, a case that has major implications for the intersection of drug use and Second Amendment rights. This case delves into the constitutional challenges against

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Delaware Adult Use Cannabis License Application

Delaware Adult Use Cannabis License Application: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding the Delaware Marijuana Control Act The Delaware Marijuana Control Act is the legal backbone for regulating adult use cannabis in the state. It will require a Delaware Adult Use Cannabis License Application to get a license. The regulator is the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (OMC), the Act ensures a well-regulated permit process and

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15-36 License Application

15-36 License Application: A Step-by-Step Guide

15-36 License Application: A Step-by-Step Guide Navigating the 15-36 license application process is difficult for the winning social equity conditional dispensing organization in Illinois. The lottery process only had you prove social equity status, but the 15-36 License Application requires a textbook length of materials so that you can become operational and sell cannabis legally

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Congress Appropriations and Cannabis Legalization

Congress Appropriations and Cannabis Legalization Update

  Congress is directing significant attention to cannabis legalization through its appropriations process. What does this mean for you? Dive into the latest updates on Congress appropriations and cannabis legalization. Discover how recent federal budget decisions impact cannabis reform, the Controlled Substances Act, and the CBD industry.  Stay informed on the evolving landscape of cannabis

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