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Jose Jorge discusses the possible workplace consequences of the personal use of cannabis by employees

Jose Jorge, Director in our Employment practice, joined CapeTalk to discuss the ConCourt ruling around officially legalised weed use in a private capacity and if this ruling changes the labour law environment.

20 Sep 2018 05:08 Minutes Podcast
Jose Jorge discusses the possible workplace consequences of the personal use of cannabis by employees

Jose Jorge discusses the possible workplace consequences of the personal use of cannabis by employees

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Jose Jorge discusses the possible workplace consequences of the personal use of cannabis by employees

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Jose Jorge, Director in our Employment practice, joined CapeTalk to discuss the ConCourt ruling around officially legalised weed use in a private capacity and if this ruling changes the labour law environment. 

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