News and Insights

6.14.24

“Do medical marijuana companies need to comply with HIPAA?”

John Fraser, Matthew Hays, and Gerald Aben co-authored the MJBizDaily article, “Do medical marijuana companies need to comply with HIPAA?”.

Winter 2023

"Estate Planning Considerations for Cannabis Business Owners"

John Fraser co-authored the article, "Estate Planning Considerations for Cannabis Business Owners," for the Michigan Probate and Estate Planning Journal. The article appeared in the Winter 2023…

July 2023

Cannabis Law Update: Second [Amendment] Edition

John Fraser co-authored the article, "Cannabis Law Update: Second [Amendment] Edition," which appeared in the July 2023 issue of the Ingham County Bar Association's Briefs publication.

8.28.24

Cannabis Rescheduling Timeframe Ends Speculation of Immediate 280E Tax Relief

The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced this week it will hold a hearing regarding the attorney general’s proposal to ease restrictions on marijuana. The hearing is scheduled for the…

5.06.24

Even When Section 280E No Longer Applies to Cannabis Businesses, Another Tax Problem Will Remain

Much has been written over the last week about the recommendation by Attorney General Merrick Garland to loosen restrictions on cannabis. That recommendation would, among other things, reclassify…

1.31.24

Appeals of Classification of Cannabis Growing Real Property – Opportunity for Tax Savings

If you are interested in appealing your property classification, please contact Carl Rashid, Mark Magyar, Lance Boldrey, or John Fraser. Continue Reading

5.08.24

One Minute Matters [Video]: Why Eliminating Section 280E Won’t Solve All of the Cannabis Industry’s Tax Problems (with John Fraser and Scott Kocienski)

When the DEA proposed a reclassification of marijuana from a Schedule I substance to a Schedule III substance, most of the headlines focused on the tax breaks businesses would recieve with the…

8.20.24

How challenging is it to secure a trademark for your cannabis brand?

Picture this: Your cannabis business is thriving, sales are through the roof, and you’ve developed a loyal, passionate following for your brand. And yet… you still haven’t been able to register a…

4.30.24

What happens if cannabis moves to a lower-risk drug tier?

UPDATE: In light of the breaking news on April 30, 2024, that DEA will move to reschedule marijuana to Schedule III, it is critically important that cannabis operators begin to take steps to prepare…

3.12.24

How are M&A deals structured in the cannabis industry?

Like most other practices in the cannabis industry, conducting M&A activity within this space presents its own unique challenges. Federal prohibition restricts traditional financing methods and…

7.01.24

“The IRS’ warning shot on marijuana”

John Fraser was quoted in the Politico article, “The IRS’ warning shot on marijuana.”

5.08.24

"Ann Arbor marijuana company secures $16M investment, expands to 5th state"

John Fraser was quoted in the Crain's Detroit Business article, "Ann Arbor marijuana company secures $16M investment, expands to 5th state."

1.02.24

"4 Cannabis Litigation Trends To Watch In 2024"

John Fraser was quoted in the Law360 article, "4 Cannabis Litigation Trends To Watch In 2024."

8.15.24

216 Dykema Lawyers Listed in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 and Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch”

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 216 of its attorneys, in multiple practice areas and markets, have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 guide and the Best…

8.12.24

47 Dykema Attorneys Named to 2024 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists

Dykema, a leading national law firm, announced today that 26 of its attorneys from the firm’s Michigan offices—and from multiple practice areas—were named to the 2024 Super Lawyers list by Michigan…

5.16.24

Dykema Delivers Brand Sponsorship Collaborations for Client With Detroit Lions and Detroit Tigers

In November 2023, a cannabis company founded by a Detroit Lions Hall of Famer and Pro Bowler—reached out to Dykema for assistance with a unique brand sponsorship agreement with the Detroit Lions.…

6.27.24

Dykema's Cannabis Team To Host and Present at the State Bar of Michigan Cannabis Law Section’s Young Lawyers Training Program

Dykema will host and several of the firm's Cannabis attorneys will present at the State Bar of Michigan Cannabis Law Section’s Young Lawyers Training Program at the firm's Lansing office on June 27,…

9.06.23

Investing in Michigan Cannabis

John Fraser will join a panel discussion, “Investing in Michigan Cannabis,” at the Michigan Cannabis Business Summit on Sept. 6, 2023, in Detroit, Michigan. Fraser and the other panelists will do a…

4.28.23

Michigan Marijuana Industry Updates: Trends and Predictions for 2023

John Fraser and Sam Kilberg provided an update on the latest developments in the Michigan marijuana industry for the Ingham County Bar Association on Friday, April 28.

1.25.23

John Fraser Participated in ICLE Community Webinar on Current Marijuana Law

John Fraser participated in an ICLE Community virtual panel on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. In the webinar, Fraser discussed current issues in marijuana law, including case updates, supply…