US Drug Test Centers

06/01/2026

DOT drug testing regulations exist for an important reason — public safety. Safety-sensitive employees operating commercial vehicles must remain compliant with federal drug and alcohol testing requirements. US Drug Test Centers helps employers and owner-operators navigate DOT compliance with ease.

05/29/2026

Workplace drug testing laws continue evolving as ma*****na legalization expands across the country. Court cases involving recreational ma*****na, medical cannabis, CBD products, and false positives demonstrate why employers need professionally managed, legally compliant drug testing programs more than ever. ✔️
Learn more about workplace drug testing law: https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/will-lawyer-take-my-case-if-i-failed-drug-test.html

Even if you have failed an employer’s drug test, you may have legal challenges to the test or to any actions the employer took based on the test results.

05/29/2026

Drug-free workplaces are safer workplaces. Employers who implement consistent drug and alcohol testing programs help reduce workplace accidents, improve productivity, and protect their employees. At US Drug Test Centers, we help companies nationwide stay compliant while promoting safer work environments.

05/28/2026

A New York state trooper sued after being fired for allegedly failing a random drug test tied to over-the-counter supplements. The lawsuit claims the testing process may have produced false positives and failed to follow proper procedures. Cases like this reinforce the importance of certified testing and Medical Review Officer oversight. ⚖️
Read more: https://www.timesunion.com/capitol/article/ny-trooper-fired-drug-test-sues-state-police-get-20341082.php

New York state trooper fired after failed drug test sues State Police to get job back.

05/27/2026

A commercial truck driver filed a lawsuit after allegedly failing a random drug test due to using a CBD product marketed as THC-free. The case eventually reached the U.S. Supreme Court and highlights why employees and employers alike must understand the risks associated with CBD products and workplace drug testing. 🚛
Read more: https://apnews.com/article/112e89f5477e74dd4a484b8f0b0d9938

The Supreme Court will hear an appeal from a Vista, California, CBD h**p oil company fighting a lawsuit from a truck driver who says he got fired after using a product falsely advertised as being free from the active ingredient in ma*****na.

05/26/2026

A Texas worker sued after a hair follicle test reportedly showed positive results for co***ne, despite the employee denying drug use. The case raised questions about laboratory procedures, chain of custody, and employer responsibilities when handling positive drug test results. ⚖️
Read more: https://www.hcamag.com/us/specialization/employment-law/can-an-employee-sue-their-employer-after-an-unwelcome-drug-test-result/451651

Employer refused to reassign worker after testing positive

05/25/2026

A federal appeals court case involving Airgas USA LLC reminded employers that acting too quickly on disputed drug test results can create legal risk. Courts continue emphasizing the importance of due diligence, proper review procedures, and accurate testing protocols before taking employment action. ✔️
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A recent federal appeals court ruling against Airgas USA LLC related to a disabled worker’s disputed positive drug test result sends a warning to companies about exercising due diligence before taking adverse employment actions, attorneys say.

05/25/2026

05/22/2026

The Nevada Supreme Court also ruled that medical ma*****na users may have legal protections if employers fail to provide reasonable accommodations. Employers must carefully balance workplace safety policies with evolving state laws regarding medical cannabis use. 🩺
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The Nevada Supreme Court has ruled that workers have the right to sue employers if they are fired for using medical ma*****na outside of work.

05/21/2026

A Nevada employee sued after being terminated for a positive ma*****na drug test following a workplace accident. The Nevada Supreme Court ultimately ruled that employers could still enforce workplace drug testing policies because ma*****na remains illegal under federal law. Cases like this highlight why employers need clear, compliant drug-free workplace policies. ⚖️
Read more: https://www.hrmorning.com/news/employment-drug-test/

Conflicting federal, state and local laws on ma*****na use raise tough questions for HR pros. For example, should you require employees to submit to a drug test? And if so, when it is OK to fire someone who fails?