What is the result of testing positive in a workplace drug test?
The answer depends upon the policies or guidelines used by the employer regarding drug testing as well as legal provisions. Testing positive in a workplace drug test might lead to termination of employment or being denied promotions by the employer. You may find it difficult to get another job. However, if you test positive after getting injured or have other just reasons for testing positive, you can stop your employer from laying you off or from denying you disability benefits, promotions or worker’s compensation, depending upon the laws regarding drug testing. The laws for drug testing differ from one state to another. The Federal law indicates that treatment and rehabilitation be given to a person testing positive rather than punishment. Some employers and laws govern that an employee’s service be terminated if he tests positive for drugs, which can be called a ‘zero-tolerance policy’. However, this may not be the case with all employers and all states. If you test positive in a wo
