A settlement was recently reached in a Rhode Island lawsuit that the ACLU claims protects medical marijuana patients from employment discrimination. Drug prevention advocates believe the settlement is a setback for employer rights and drug free workplace safety policies.
WSJ | Matt Grossman | May 26, 2021
The coronavirus pandemic shook up the U.S. employment picture last year, but one trend persisted: a rising share of workers who test positive for marijuana.
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Marijuana is finding its way into more than just brownies these days. Fueled by the wave of states that have approved legalized marijuana, new industries and products have emerged that cater to pot consumers.
The biggest issue for states is that marijuana remains a federally scheduled, illicit drug. Federal legalization of marijuana would virtually eliminate all employer protection in hiring.
As the popularity of edible products containing mushrooms and other psychoactive ingredients continues to rise, employers need to be vigilant about the potential risks these substances pose in the workplace....
As marijuana continues to be legalized for recreational use across more U.S. states, the impacts on various aspects of society are becoming clearer. A recent study published in the JAMA...
As a small business owner, maintaining a drug-free workplace is essential for safety, productivity, and compliance with industry regulations. However, recent reports indicate that more employees than ever are attempting...
For small business owners in safety-sensitive industries like construction, transportation, and manufacturing, understanding how evolving marijuana laws affect your workplace is crucial. With marijuana legal for use in many states,...