Duffy Group Practice Leader Colleen Neese shares critical insights into the challenges new cannabis laws bring to the hiring process in her HR Executive column, “Are New Cannabis Laws Affecting Your Company’s Hiring Success?”
In the piece, Colleen highlights a real-world scenario where a candidate’s legal use of marijuana caused unexpected complications in a routine background check drug test, showcasing the challenges employers face with evolving drug screening laws.
To avoid potential missteps, Colleen recommends enlisting legal counsel and HR teams in developing adaptable drug policies that cover both pre-employment and random testing requirements — among other strategies.
Colleen has more than 20 years of experience successfully placing senior-level executives in all operational areas, with a focus on the nonprofit, healthcare, higher education and financial services industries.
