Sessions

With the legalization of recreational use of marijuana in four states, the move to decriminalize marijuana in others and the widespread acceptance of medical marijuana, you are faced with new challenges to drug testing and workplace safety policy enforcement. Additionally, the misuse of prescription drugs and alcohol continues to account for workplace accidents and injuries, as well as attendance and job performance problems. Federal and state discrimination and privacy laws can shield medication information from employers that are already worried about “perceived as disabled” and other claims. This session will provide an overview of current laws, review workplace trends in drug and alcohol testing, identify legal pitfalls to avoid, and highlight affirmative steps you can take to keep your workplace safe and functioning properly.