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In today’s hyper-aware environment, concerns about food and drug safety are paramount for both companies and consumers.  The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulates the areas of biotech, food, and drug law. Additionally, laws including the 21st Century Cures Act, and cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Processes), regulate industry standards/norms in food, cosmetics, and other industry-sectors. Visitors to the National Law Review will find the latest analysis of news, legislation, and upcoming cases/litigation as it relates to this area of law.

With researchers searching for new energy solutions and other developments in biotech, visitors to the NLR will have the opportunity to read content surrounding biosimilars, natural fuel production, medical devices, biotechnology, nanotechnology and materials, and the pharmaceuticals industry. Additionally, content relating to food and drug laws, limits on chemical use in cosmetic products, and other general health/safety topics are covered by the National Law Review and are updated regularly. Additionally, food safety and imports to the United States are also discussed as they become relevant. 

In addition to general health, science, and food/drug, the industry is also closely related to many of the issues related to intellectual property law. New applications for patents, intellectual property, licensing laws, and other areas which are governed by the PTAB court, often crossover into the industry.

New developments in legislation, including the legalization of recreational marijuana has created a new area ripe for legal analysis.  Regulations on how recreational marijuana can be advertised and marketed, distributed and the kind of insurance coverage necessary for dispensaries.  Additionally, employer drug-testing and marijuana statutes have been a hot area of litigation covered by the National Law Review.  

General practices in marketing standards, compliance of federal and state laws/legislation, licensing collaborations, and news related to bringing new products to the market, in the US and abroad, are among the areas visitors to NLR will read about daily. Drug pricing, changes in production standards, regulatory compliance, food safety and handling, drug laws (legalization of marijuana, both recreational and medicinal in the workplace), and labeling and nutritional requirements, are among the many topics covered by the National Law Review daily.

Visitors will always find the latest, up-to-date, most comprehensive coverage on the site. And, news and stories which affect the US, companies which are regulated in the industry, and multinational/international companies, are detailed regularly for NLR readers.

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Recent Biotechnology, Food & Drug Administration FDA News

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Publication Date Organization Sort descending
Sep
10
2020
Marijuana Legalization Update for 2020: A Primer on the Latest Medicinal and Recreational Use News Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Oct
12
2020
Federal Court Finds Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Act Contains Implied Private Right of Action Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Sep
1
2017
Connecticut Court’s First Decision on Medical Marijuana Use Discrimination Is a Buzzkill for Employers Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Dec
3
2021
Kansas Governor Signs Bill Limiting Workplace Vaccine Mandates Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Dec
28
2021
CDC’s Latest Guidance Shortens Quarantine Duration for Some COVID-19 Positive Individuals Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Mar
21
2022
Ontario’s Bill 88 Would Establish Electronic Monitoring Policies, Create Rights for Workers on Digital Platforms, and Require Naloxone Kits Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Nov
4
2022
Colorado Voters to Consider Legalization of Psychedelic Mushrooms Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Dec
1
2022
Medical Marijuana in Your Suitcase? How One Basketball Player’s Conviction Raises Concerns for Employers Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Jan
4
2023
California Judge Temporarily Enjoins Implementation of FAST Recovery Act Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Jun
1
2023
Minnesota Worker Safety Legislation for Meatpacking and Warehouse Industries Signed Into Law Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Apr
1
2024
Weed at Work: Can Georgia Employers Still Drug Test? Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
May
10
2021
Alabama Legislature Approves Medical Marijuana: Roll Tide! (and a Joint?) Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
May
29
2021
EEOC Updates COVID-19 Guidance Regarding Vaccination Incentives, Reasonable Accommodation, and Other Issues Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Apr
25
2019
New York City Poised to Bar Pre-employment Marijuana Testing Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Aug
29
2019
Giving It Your Best Shot: Maintaining a Compliant Vaccination Program in the Healthcare Sector Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Feb
9
2023
Minnesota Legislature Takes Up Noncompetition, Paid Family Leave, Cannabis Legalization, and Privacy Bills in 2023 Session Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Dec
28
2020
Drug Testing Legislation in 2020: A Look Back Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Jun
20
2017
Positive No More: Rhode Island Employers Need to Think Twice Before Denying Employment Based on a Positive Drug Test Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Jan
18
2018
As Marijuana Shops Thrive, California Employers Revisit Drug Policies Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Apr
27
2021
False Positives in Drug Testing [PODCAST] Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Jun
1
2018
Iowa to Change Employer Alcohol Testing Requirement on July 1 Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Aug
4
2021
DOJ Releases Memorandum Supporting Employers’ Right to Mandate Vaccines Approved by the FDA for Emergency Use Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Oct
19
2018
New California Law Aims to Increase PBM Disclosure and Transparency Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Mar
1
2022
Massachusetts COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act to End on March 15, 2022 Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Jul
7
2022
Minnesota Legalizes the Consumption of THC Edibles—How Can Multistate Employers React to This Growing National Trend? Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Sep
14
2022
New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission Releases Interim Drug Testing Guidance Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
Apr
17
2023
Multistate Monday: Marijuana Compliance—Don’t Blow It [PODCAST] Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
May
1
2020
Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association Releases Reopening Guidance for Restaurants and Hotels Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.
 

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