Put it in Practice November 2022: Monthly Tips for Florida WC Professionals

Medical Marijuana – What Florida Employers Need to Know

While employers understandably have questions and concerns about the impact of medical marijuana in the workplace, the fact is that Florida statutes are favorable for employers.  Keep the following in mind the next time this issue arises:

1. Employees cannot use medical marijuana at their place of employment without their employer’s permission.
2. Employers can continue to enforce a drug-free workplace program or policy.
3. Employers cannot be sued for wrongful discharge or discrimination under the medical marijuana statute.
4. Employers are not required to accommodate medical marijuana use in the workplace.
5. Medical marijuana is not reimbursable under the Florida Workers’ Compensation Statute.

These statutory provisions should alleviate concerns employers have regarding Florida’s medical marijuana law.      

If you have questions about this topic, we are happy to help.  Please feel free to reach out to one of us at HR Law and we will guide you through it.  This month’s author is Derrick Cox dcox@hrlawflorida.com