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Into the haze: how will legal marijuana affect Illinois employers and workers?

For cash-strapped Illinois, recreational marijuana is expected to be a headrush of revenue. But for Illinois businesses, surveying the new legal landscape it has already caused a headache. At a panel event on Thursday, local leaders in policy, business and…

Nevada bans rejecting job applicants over marijuana use

Two years after legalizing recreational marijuana, Nevada is telling job seekers: Light 'em up! Starting next year, employers won't be allowed to reject potential job seekers because they failed a test for marijuana use. According to a new law signed this month,…

New Jersey Legalization Bill Allows Employers To Fire Over Marijuana Use

New Jersey residents eagerly awaiting the chance to use marijuana without fear of arrest will have one more hurdle to pass before they are home free: their employer. The New Jersey bill legalizing recreational marijuana includes an amendment that allows…

Employers in States With Legal Pot Aren’t Changing Their Stance on the Plant

Changing marijuana laws aren’t necessarily making weed more welcome in the workplace. For now, many employers appear to be sticking with their drug testing and personal conduct policies, even in states where recreational marijuana use is now permitted. Others are…