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An employer's rights and duties with respect to drug and alcohol testing in the workplace are often less than clear. Akerman assists clients with drug and alcohol testing policies to assist with compliance regarding federal, state, and local laws.

Draft policies to comply with state drugfree workplace statutes which may provide discounts on an employer's worker's compensation policy

Counsel with employers to determine the appropriate levels of discipline for employees who violate the employer's drug and alcohol policy

Advise employers in the creation and implementation of "random" and "reasonable suspicion" drug and alcohol testing

Train human resources professionals and management on how and when an employee can and should be tested under an employer's drug and alcohol testing policy

Provide on-the-spot guidance in "emergency" situations as to whether proper grounds exist to require an employee to submit to drug or alcohol testing or how to deal with an employee who raises objections to the testing

Draft policies that comply with federal and state laws, including DOT regulations, regarding drug testing and procedural requirements

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Chambers USA: Ranked as one of the leading Labor & Employment law firms in Florida since 2003

Daily Business Review: Recognized as Litigation Department of the Year in the Labor & Employment category