Cannabis Regulation

October 17, 2024

Attorney Elaine Reall conducted a seminar on Cannabis Regulation on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, covering a regulatory overview and discussed the impact of cannabis on workplace rules and procedures!

 

Some of the topics discussed included:

 

  • Is drug testing still relevant?
  • Is using medical marijuana in the workplace acceptable?
  • Where does the law now stand vis a vis cannabis regulation?
  • Can an employer prohibit the use of marijuana or hemp products in the workplace?
  • Does the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) protect the medical use of marijuana, or its derivatives, in the workplace?

 

This seminar was perfect for H.R. professionals and anyone in a management position as well as cannabis dispensary owners/managers.  Please feel free to contact any of the attorneys at The Royal Law Firm if you have any questions on this topic!

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