Celesq® Programs

Employment Compliance in the Age of Legalized Marijuana

Expired
Program Number
2880
Program Date
2018-11-27
CLE Credits
1

Though cannabis is illegal under federal law, at least 30 states and the District of Columbia have legalized cannabis for medical use and nine states, as well as D.C., have legalized it for recreational use—a dichotomy that presents a unique and complex challenge for employers. This presentation will provide an overview of federal and state marijuana laws, discuss specific aspects of the employment relationship affected by the legalization of marijuana in certain states, and offer practical guidance for employers on how to navigate this new and developing area of the law. Topics Covered: Hiring, Firing, and Reasonable Accommodations Zero Tolerance Policies Drug Testing Federal Contractors, Federal Grantees, and Transportation Industry

Available in States

  • California
  • Colorado E
  • Georgia
  • New York
  • New Jersey
  • New York -
  • Texas Self Study

Program Categories

  • Administrative Law & Regulations
  • Cannabis Law
  • Employment & Labor Law
  • Federal Courts
  • In-House Counsel
  • Litigation & Litigation Skills
  • Regulatory and Administrative Law

PROGRAM CREDITS

  • Areas of Professional Practice : 1.00 Credit