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Medical Marijuana Within the Context of Workers’ Compensation Claims

The Workcomp Writer

territories 2 allow, at least in some instances, the use of marijuana for medical purposes. Eleven states allow for the use of low THC, high CBD products for medical reasons. Jurisdictions Requiring Reimbursement for Medical Marijuana. 3. . §§ 26-2B-1 to 26-2B-7, et seq.), Four have ruled such reimbursement can be ordered.

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NC Employer May Not Use Truck Driver’s “Misconduct” in Causing Accident as Excuse for Denying TTD Benefits

The Workcomp Writer

Richards sought workers’ compensation benefits for a “low back” injury. The employer began paying indemnity benefits and medical compensation to Richards, and did not contest the compensability of the claim within the statutory deadline, thereby accepting the compensability of his “low back” injury. 2d 695 (2004).