Tag: Marijuana

Weeding Out: Marijuana Reclassification through Trump’s Executive Order

By: Kayla M. Jacob and Rachael Jeanfreau ‘Tis the season for marijuana reclassification. And this time, it is not a drill. On December 18, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order directing Federal agencies to initiate the administrative process of reclassifying marijuana under the Controlled Substances Act from a Schedule I to a lower … Continue reading Weeding Out: Marijuana Reclassification through Trump’s Executive Order

Weeding Out: Marijuana Reform under Trump

By: Kayla M. Jacob and Fred Preis Rescheduling marijuana is not a new idea, but, for the first time, it is on President Trump’s second-term agenda. Well, maybe. Last month, the President announced that his administration is considering reclassifying marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug under the Federal Controlled Substances Act. … Continue reading Weeding Out: Marijuana Reform under Trump

Weeding Out: Discrimination Complaints Against the Cannabis Industry

The cannabis industry faces discrimination claims against minorities due to zoning, banking access, and inequitable drug laws despite social equity programs.

Weeding Out: Marijuana’s Blazing Trail from a Schedule I to a Schedule III Drug

The DEA plans to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the CSA, impacting medical use and business deductions, but not affecting recreational marijuana legality. Employers face challenges ahead.

Weeding Out: Trouble for Federal Government Contractors

Federal contractors and subcontractors face challenges with state marijuana laws, impacting compliance, legal risks, and conflicts between federal, state, and local regulations. Legal counsel is crucial.

Weeding Out: Stoners at Work

Employers face challenges navigating marijuana laws in preventing impairment at work. Zero-tolerance policies help mitigate risks and align with creating a safe work environment. Marijuana drug-testing limitations require alternative means to prove impairment. Training employees to recognize signs of impairment fosters a safe and productive workplace, despite complex legal landscapes.

Weeding Out: Unemployment and Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Medical Marijuana Users Amid Fiery Legislation

Louisiana employees using medical marijuana may risk losing workers’ compensation or unemployment benefits due to legislation challenges.