Poland Legalizes Medical Cannabis

Poland has now legalized cannabis for medical purposes. That said, it will be some time before patients have access to the drug. While Poles can now technically access medical pot, the scheme approved by the Polish Parliament that went into effect on November 1st is regressive, to say the least. Certainly compared with even other countries in Europe that are …

Luxembourg Parliament to Consider MMJ Pilot Program

European Union nation Luxembourg plans to launch a two-year medical cannabis pilot project, according to an AFP News report. The plan, which would allow officials to determine who should have access to the program and under what conditions, still requires parliamentary approval. Health Minister Lydia Mutsch indicated the government plans to limit access to individuals with cancer, multiple sclerosis, and …

Hoban Law Group Expands Internationally

Last week, Hoban Law Group announced a major international expansion, with new offices in Latin America and the European Union. The Denver-based law firm said they will have four new offices across the EU by late fall and two new offices in Latin America by spring of 2018. Bob Hoban, managing partner Bob Hoban, managing partner and co-founder of Hoban …

Poland MMJ Law Takes Effect; Products to be Sold in Pharmacies

Poland’s medical cannabis laws have taken effect and cannabis-derived products will be available in the nation’s pharmacies after they are registered with the Office for Registration of Medical Products, according to a Radio Poland report. The Polish Pharmaceutical Chamber estimated that 300,000 patients could be eligible under the regime, which includes chronic pain, drug-resistant epilepsy, multiple sclerosis symptoms, and chemotherapy-induced …