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Employment Law Update: U.S. District Court Denies Right to Use Medically Prescribed Marijuana at Work

May 1, 2025 | Pre-employment Drug Testing

A U.S. District Court in Maryland ruled that employers are not required to allow employees to use medically prescribed marijuana at work, even under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). While the court acknowledged that employees cannot be discriminated against for their underlying medical conditions, it emphasized that marijuana remains a controlled substance under federal law. Employers are advised to consult legal counsel before taking action in similar cases, as marijuana use laws continue to evolve.

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