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Utah employers, patients press for clearer workers’ comp rules when medical cannabis is involved
Summary
Business owners and patient advocates told a state medical cannabis working group that ambiguity over impairment testing and fault after workplace injuries leaves employers exposed and patients at risk; panel members said further study and clearer guidance are needed.
A small-business owner and patient advocates urged Utah’s medical cannabis working group to clarify how workers’ compensation and post‑accident drug testing should treat patients who use medical cannabis, arguing current testing and medical‑card policies create uncertainty for employers and employees.
Ty Grades, a Davis County business owner, told the committee he reached out to Representative Karianne Lisonbee and Speaker Mike Schultz seeking clearer guidelines for employers. "When an employee goes in for drug testing, including preemployment, random or post accident, the medical…
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