Terminated After Drug Test

Summary

In Tennessee, employers can enforce drug-free policies and terminate employees who violate these policies. If you were hired with THC in your system and later terminated after an injury, the circumstances may vary. Consulting a local employment attorney is advisable. You can find one through the American Bar Associations Lawyer Referral Directory.

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I was fired from my job for failing a drug test from thc
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To provide accurate information, could you please tell me which country and state you are in?
United States , Tennessee
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Tennessee, employers have the right to enforce drug-free policies and terminate employees who violate these policies. However, if you have a medical marijuana card, you may have some protections under state law.
I was hired on with thc in my system. Since i got hurt they terminated me
Hello ****,
In Tennessee, if you were hired with the employer's knowledge of THC in your system, it may affect the circumstances. However, being injured may not protect you from termination due to a drug policy violation. It's advisable to consult with a local employment attorney.
Do you know one
I'm sorry, but as a legal information provider, I'm unable to recommend specific attorneys. However, you can search for employment law attorneys in Tennessee via the American Bar Association's Lawyer Referral Directory.