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AB 2355 Aims to Make Medical Cannabis Users a Protected Class in California Posted on: March 27, 2020 In: Labor & Employment
California Assembly Member Rob Bonta recently introduced Assembly Bill 2355 (AB 2355), which, if enacted, would make medical cannabis users a protected class in California. California was the first state to legalize medical cannabis in 1996, but AB 2355 is not the first legislation of its kind.
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california, medical marijuana, employment discrimination, protected class, human resources
Four Employment Policy Pitfalls for Multi-Jurisdiction Businesses to Avoid Posted on: October 18, 2019 In: Labor & Employment
In today’s society, where businesses are increasingly operated remotely and employees are spread across the country, employers need to be aware that laws governing their employment-related issues can vary greatly from state to state. Employers operating in multiple jurisdictions should be careful of implementing broad or generalized policies, and should know when to enlist the help of a professional to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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workplace policy, social media, medical marijuana, multi-jurisdiction, labor law
3 Tips to Help Your Business Acclimate to the New Landscape of Legal Marijuana Posted on: May 09, 2019 In: Labor & Employment
Amazing though it may seem, we are living in the brave new world of legalized marijuana, a development that just a few years ago was likely unthinkable to the average employer. In 2019, ten states and Washington, D.C. have legalized recreational marijuana for adults over 21, while 33 states have legalized medical marijuana. More states, such as Illinois, are expected to legalize recreational marijuana soon. Employers must acclimate to the rapidly-changing drug landscape. Here are three helpful tips to get
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marijuana, medical marijuana, drug policy, reasonable accommodation policy, zero tolerance