Are your prompts protected? Tons of people are using AI for legal advice. Plenty of attorneys are using it too — to draft documents, summaries, and more. 

At some point, courts were going to have to deal with the role of AI in legal matters. A recent federal case, United States v. Heppner, offers an early glimpse into how courts may view AI communications and what that could mean for attorneys, businesses, and anyone relying on AI for legal guidance. 

TL;DR -- don't just start chatting with AI tools like ChatGPT or Claude about your case before you talk to your attorney because that "conversation" may not be private. Let me tell you why.

This episode was recorded on July 21, 2026.

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THIS CONTENT IS MEANT TO ASSIST IN A GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE CURRENT LAW AND PRACTICE RELATING TO THE TOPICS DISCUSSED. IT IS NOT TO BE REGARDED AS LEGAL ADVICE. COMPANIES OR INDIVIDUALS WITH PARTICULAR QUESTIONS SHOULD SEEK THE ADVICE OF COUNSEL.

The North Carolina Supreme Court has reaffirmed that the odor of marijuana, combined with additional circumstances ("odor+"), can still establish probable cause for a vehicle search—even after hemp legalization. If you manufacture, sell, transport, or consume hemp products, this decision matters. Attorney Morgan Davis explains what the Court decided, how it affects marijuana and hemp cases, and what businesses and consumers in North Carolina should know about probable cause and vehicle searches.

In this episode, Morgan will cover these three NC cases: 

• State v. Parker 
• State v. Rowdy 
• State v. Dobson

Although hemp and marijuana are botanically indistinguishable by sight and smell, the North Carolina Supreme Court concluded that odor remains part of the probable cause analysis. What does that mean for you? Let's break it down.

This episode was recorded on July 21, 2026.

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THIS CONTENT IS MEANT TO ASSIST IN A GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE CURRENT LAW AND PRACTICE RELATING TO THE TOPICS DISCUSSED. IT IS NOT TO BE REGARDED AS LEGAL ADVICE. COMPANIES OR INDIVIDUALS WITH PARTICULAR QUESTIONS SHOULD SEEK THE ADVICE OF COUNSEL.

We have a big ol' patchwork quilt of laws across the United States regarding Hemp and cannabis. It's hard to keep up with which states allow you to sell your Hemp products. Here are some of the biggest updates across the US from the last ~30 days, especially focused on:

⚖️ Federal News
⭐ Texas
⭐ Ohio
⭐ North Carolina
⭐ Tennessee
⭐ Missouri
🌿 Plus, an HHC Update
Need a monthly FULL 50 STATE review, specific to your product line? Davis Legal offers monthly retainer clients a robust, custom view as to where you can and cannot sell. Contact us to learn more about this service; must be currently distributing in 10+ states across the US.

This episode was recorded on July 21, 2026.

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THIS CONTENT IS MEANT TO ASSIST IN A GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE CURRENT LAW AND PRACTICE RELATING TO THE TOPICS DISCUSSED. IT IS NOT TO BE REGARDED AS LEGAL ADVICE. COMPANIES OR INDIVIDUALS WITH PARTICULAR QUESTIONS SHOULD SEEK THE ADVICE OF COUNSEL.

The DEA is scheduling 7 hydroxy and MGM. If you're a Kratom producer, this episode is for you.
The DEA has announced its intent to temporarily place 7-hydroxymitragynine (7-OH) and three related substances—mitragynine pseudoindoxyl (MP), MGM-15, and MGM-16—into Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. The proposal targets synthetic or enhanced 7-OH products and related compounds, while stating that botanical kratom products below the specified 7-OH threshold are not the focus of this temporary action.
At the state and federal level, a big convergence is happening. I'll discuss what is coming out of the DEA and address the latest from FLORIDA on the topic. 

This episode was recorded on July 21, 2026.

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THIS CONTENT IS MEANT TO ASSIST IN A GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE CURRENT LAW AND PRACTICE RELATING TO THE TOPICS DISCUSSED. IT IS NOT TO BE REGARDED AS LEGAL ADVICE. COMPANIES OR INDIVIDUALS WITH PARTICULAR QUESTIONS SHOULD SEEK THE ADVICE OF COUNSEL.

Will state hemp programs survive if the federal government severely restricts hemp?

This is one of the most common questions I'm hearing from hemp operators, retailers, manufacturers, and consumers right now.

The first thing we need to clarify is this:

Despite what many headlines suggest, the federal government is not currently "banning hemp." What is being proposed would dramatically narrow the legal pathways available to the hemp industry at the federal level. That's a big deal—but it's not the same thing.

The bigger question is what happens next.

If federal law changes, do state hemp programs disappear overnight?
Do state licenses become worthless?
Do businesses have to shut their doors immediately?

The short answer is: probably not.

And we know this because we've already run this experiment for more than 50 years with marijuana.

In this episode, Attorney Morgan Davis breaks down:

Federal prohibition vs. federal preemption
Why state hemp programs may continue to exist even if federal law changes
What marijuana can teach us about the future of hemp
The relationship between state law and the Controlled Substances Act
What hemp operators should be watching right now

The distinction between federal prohibition and federal preemption may end up being one of the most important legal concepts for the hemp industry over the next several years.

Let's break it down.

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THIS CONTENT IS MEANT TO ASSIST IN A GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE CURRENT LAW AND PRACTICE RELATING TO THE TOPICS DISCUSSED. IT IS NOT TO BE REGARDED AS LEGAL ADVICE. COMPANIES OR INDIVIDUALS WITH PARTICULAR QUESTIONS SHOULD SEEK THE ADVICE OF COUNSEL.

Did you know that millions of Baby Boomer-owned businesses are expected to change hands over the next decade?

This phenomenon is often called the Silver Tsunami—a massive wave of business owners reaching retirement age and looking for someone to take over the companies they've spent a lifetime building.

The challenge? Many of their children or family members don't want the business.

That means thousands of profitable HVAC companies, accounting firms, landscaping companies, law firms, manufacturing businesses, and other Main Street businesses are looking for buyers.

For entrepreneurs, this may be one of the greatest wealth-building opportunities of our generation.

In this episode, Attorney Morgan Davis discusses:

What the Silver Tsunami is
Why so many Baby Boomer-owned businesses are for sale
How buying an existing business differs from starting one from scratch
Common legal and operational mistakes buyers make
What due diligence should look like before you sign anything
How to protect yourself during a business acquisition

Forget Wall Street.

Let's talk about buying a Main Street business.

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THIS CONTENT IS MEANT TO ASSIST IN A GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE CURRENT LAW AND PRACTICE RELATING TO THE TOPICS DISCUSSED. IT IS NOT TO BE REGARDED AS LEGAL ADVICE. COMPANIES OR INDIVIDUALS WITH PARTICULAR QUESTIONS SHOULD SEEK THE ADVICE OF COUNSEL.

Starting a business with a friend can feel exciting, informal, and full of possibility… until expectations stop matching reality. Let's break down a common business partnership scenario:

A founder brings on a trusted friend or consultant to help launch a company. There are conversations about future equity, ownership, and “making it big.” Everyone is optimistic. Nobody puts anything in writing.

Fast forward two years:
The business is operating, but not thriving yet.
The relationship is strained.
One side feels taken advantage of, and wants to cash out.
The other side feels blindsided.

Now everyone is arguing over compensation, ownership percentages, unpaid labor, and what was "promised." This is why handshake deals become expensive.

In this episode, Morgan discusses:

• Business partnership agreements
• Verbal promises vs. written contracts
• Equity discussions and ownership disputes
• Founder expectations and legal risk
• Why good relationships still need good documentation
• How to protect your business before conflict starts

If you are starting a business, bringing on a consultant, discussing equity, or entering a partnership of any kind... this conversation matters! And if you need help getting all this figured out, let's talk.

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THIS CONTENT IS MEANT TO ASSIST IN A GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE CURRENT LAW AND PRACTICE RELATING TO THE TOPICS DISCUSSED. IT IS NOT TO BE REGARDED AS LEGAL ADVICE. COMPANIES OR INDIVIDUALS WITH PARTICULAR QUESTIONS SHOULD SEEK THE ADVICE OF COUNSEL.

One of the biggest needs in the Hemp and Cannabis Industry is an understanding of regulation changes at the federal, state, and even local levels. It's basically a full time job keeping track of all the changes... so my gift to the industry? I round up the biggest changes in the hemp industry since my last episode. 

Non-compliance is not a theoretical threat. People are facing charges and saying "I didn't know" is not sufficient. So let's keep you informed and protected.

Here are the federal and state-by-state updates I'll cover in this month's episode:

• Texas 
• Nebraska
• Federal Government
• North Carolina
• South Carolina
• Illinois
• California
• Ohio

Need a monthly FULL 50 STATE review, specific to your product line? Davis Legal offers monthly retainer clients a robust, custom view as to where you can and cannot sell. Contact us to learn more about this service; must be currently distributing in 10+ states across the US.

This episode was recorded on June 16, 2026.

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THIS CONTENT IS MEANT TO ASSIST IN A GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE CURRENT LAW AND PRACTICE RELATING TO THE TOPICS DISCUSSED. IT IS NOT TO BE REGARDED AS LEGAL ADVICE. COMPANIES OR INDIVIDUALS WITH PARTICULAR QUESTIONS SHOULD SEEK THE ADVICE OF COUNSEL.

Last month, the DEA designated Hexahydrocannabinol (HHC) as a Schedule I controlled substance and assigned it a unique drug code.

Since then, lawsuits have been filed challenging the DEA's rulemaking in both the Fourth and Ninth Circuits.

But while the courts are still sorting things out, something else is already happening: Banks and payment processors are making decisions.

Across the country, hemp businesses are reporting that merchant processors are warning them to remove HHC products, or risk losing access to credit card processing altogether.

In this episode, Attorney Morgan Davis discusses:

The DEA's HHC scheduling decision
The lawsuits challenging the rulemaking
Why payment processors are reacting now
The business risks of continuing to sell HHC products
What hemp retailers and manufacturers should expect next

Whether you manufacture, distribute, or sell hemp products, understanding what is happening with HHC right now is critical.

Because sometimes the market reacts long before the law is settled.

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THIS CONTENT IS MEANT TO ASSIST IN A GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE CURRENT LAW AND PRACTICE RELATING TO THE TOPICS DISCUSSED. IT IS NOT TO BE REGARDED AS LEGAL ADVICE. COMPANIES OR INDIVIDUALS WITH PARTICULAR QUESTIONS SHOULD SEEK THE ADVICE OF COUNSEL.

Let's talk about Roadside Saliva Tests for Illegal Substance Detection — and the potential violation of your 4th Amendment rights. Here is a scenario: You're driving home and a cop pulls you over. They say they smell something, and they subject you to a roadside saliva test. It tests positive for THC. Let me walk you through your rights.

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THIS EPISODE IS MEANT TO ASSIST IN A GENERAL UNDERSTANDING OF THE CURRENT LAW AND PRACTICE RELATING TO THE TOPICS DISCUSSED. IT IS NOT TO BE REGARDED AS LEGAL ADVICE. COMPANIES OR INDIVIDUALS WITH PARTICULAR QUESTIONS SHOULD SEEK THE ADVICE OF COUNSEL.