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A Higher Law

A Higher Law

By: Dykema's Cannabis Industry Group
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A Higher Law is your guide to the latest legal developments in the cannabis world, brought to you by Dykema’s award-winning cannabis attorneys. From employment to real estate to emerging trends, A Higher Law features interviews with industry insiders to discuss everything you need to know to navigate this complex legal space.


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Episodes
  • Medical marijuana just got moved to Schedule III. Now what?
    May 11 2026

    In our latest episode of A Higher Law, Lance Boldrey and John Fraser dive into the historic rescheduling of medical marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III – arguably the most significant shift in federal cannabis law in over 50 years.

    From tax relief and DEA registration to the expanding role of state regulatory systems, they break down what this change actually means for the industry, and why it could reshape how cannabis businesses operate moving forward.

    They also look ahead to what’s next, including the potential path for adult-use cannabis and the legal and regulatory questions still to be answered.

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    40 mins
  • Is psychedelic-assisted therapy the next step in workplace wellness?
    Dec 2 2025

    What if employers could improve mental health, lower costs, and boost retention by offering treatments once considered unconventional?

    Brett Gelbord sits down with Jillie Gordon Foerster of Dykema’s Employee Benefits Group and Sherry Rais, Co-Founder & CEO of Enthea, to explain how ketamine-assisted therapy, psilocybin therapy, and non-psychedelic options like the stellate ganglion block are becoming part of workplace wellness strategies. Listen as they examine how these treatments support employees who need help the most, why the data behind them is gaining attention, and what it takes to seamlessly integrate these services with their carrier.

    To hear more episodes, be sure to subscribe to Dykema’s YouTube channel, the Cannabis Law Blog, or by searching “A Higher Law” wherever you get your podcasts.


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    Find more on Sherry and Enthea here.

    To hear more episodes, visit DykemaPodcasts.com, our YouTube page, or search “A Higher Law” wherever you get your podcasts.

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    28 mins
  • What happens when a cannabis business can’t pay its debts?
    Aug 19 2025

    How do you measure success in an industry where operators need to evaluate their business plans based on regulatory trends, tax limitations, and (sometimes illegal) competition?

    What should cannabis companies do when the money runs out—and federal bankruptcy isn't an option? John Fraser, Michigan team leader of Dykema’s cannabis group, is joined by Terry Mendez, CEO of Safe Harbor Financial, to break down how cannabis businesses and their creditors are navigating financial distress.

    Listen as they cover the economic pressures pushing companies toward insolvency, from 280E to slim margins, and unpack alternatives like receiverships and assignments for the benefit of creditors, as well as the early warning signs of trouble and the practical steps companies can take before legal proceedings begin.

    To hear more episodes, be sure to subscribe to Dykema’s YouTube channel, the Cannabis Law Blog, or by searching “A Higher Law” wherever you get your podcasts.

    Find more on John here.

    Find more on Terry and Safe Harbor Financial here.

    To hear more episodes, visit DykemaPodcasts.com, our YouTube page, or search “A Higher Law” wherever you get your podcasts.

    Subscribe to Dykema’s Cannabis Law Blog

    Learn more about Dykema’s cannabis group

    Follow Dykema on LinkedIn

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    35 mins
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