A Pennsylvania federal court ruled that medical marijuana use does not qualify as a disability under the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA), dismissing a job applicant’s discrimination claim. The applicant, Brian Davis, alleged the company rescinded his offer due to his medical marijuana use. However, the court allowed his claim under the Medical Marijuana Act (MMA), which protects medical marijuana cardholders from employment discrimination. This decision offers guidance for employers on medical marijuana-related employment protections in Pennsylvania.
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