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In this podcast, Mike Clarkson discusses claims arising from employee disputes regarding positive drug test results. He also addresses employer considerations related to employees’ use of cannabidiol (CBD) products and prescription drugs, including potential disability accommodation issues and the range of employee protection provisions contained in marijuana legalization laws.

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Leaves of Absence/Reasonable Accommodation

Managing leaves and reasonably accommodating employees can be complex, frustrating, and expose employers to legal peril. Employers must navigate a bewildering array of state and federal statutes, with seemingly contradictory mandates.

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Drug Testing

Ogletree Deakins understands that employers face complex and nuanced issues when implementing and enforcing drug and alcohol testing and substance abuse policies. Drawing on decades of experience advising and defending drug testing laboratories, and public and private employers across the country and internationally, our attorneys provide highly responsive legal service

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