Recreational Cannabis Statutes’ Impact On NY And NJ Employers

New York and New Jersey recently legalized recreational marijuana within less than 6 weeks of each other. While both acts prohibit employers from taking action against employees at least 21 years old who use marijuana recreationally and restrict employers from denying these employees’ employment rights and privileges based solely on marijuana use, it begs the question: What actions may an employer take to ensure a drug-free workplace?......
By: Rivkin Radler LLP

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