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Cannabis Compliance Challenges
In this presentation, we will explore the shifting legal landscape surrounding marijuana use and its implications for the construction industry. As more states and municipalities legalize cannabis for recreational and medicinal use, construction companies must adapt to new regulations and workplace policies.
We’ll cover key topics including:
- Overview of Current Laws: A summary of federal and state regulations, including recent changes that affect construction practices.
- Impact on Workforce: Discuss how legalization influences employee hiring, drug testing protocols, and workplace safety.
- Liability and Compliance: Examine the legal risks and responsibilities construction companies face in relation to employee marijuana use.
- Best Practices: Offer strategies for companies to develop effective policies that balance employee rights with workplace safety.
By understanding these changes, construction professionals can better navigate the complexities of marijuana laws, ensuring compliance and fostering a safe, productive work environment. Join us as we delve into this critical topic and prepare for the future of construction in a rapidly evolving legal context.
John A. Gambill
Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
John concentrates his practice in the area of construction law, regularly representing contractors and subcontractors nationwide. John negotiates construction contracts, advises clients in risk mitigation and dispute resolution strategies, and represents clients in all phases of litigation in state and federal court, as well as before other various dispute resolution panels. In addition to his construction practice, John regularly represents his clients in a wide range of other business disputes, including contract disputes, supply chain litigation, and other commercial disputes that arise during the course of his clients’ day-to-day businesses. He strives to effectively advocate on behalf of his clients and favorably resolve disputes as effectively as possible so that his clients can focus on their day-to-day operations instead of legal issues.
Abigail M. Thederahn
Taft Stettinius & Hollister LLP
Abbie focuses her practice on all aspects of labor and employment law. She advises employers on a wide variety of topics, including employee hiring and termination, employment agreements, employee handbooks and employment policies, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wage and hour issues, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Additionally, she represents employers in litigation matters and defends charges of discrimination filed with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Ohio Civil Rights Commission (OCRC).