Should Medical Marijuana Be Allowed in Worker’s Comp Claims? – California Looks to Ban It!
March 8, 2025

The proposal to exclude medical marijuana from workers’ compensation coverage in California raises important concerns about the impact on injured workers, employers, and the healthcare system as a whole. While the proposal’s proponents argue that it would reduce costs and align with federal law, the medical community and cannabis advocates warn that it would deny injured workers access to a safer, alternative treatment for chronic pain and other work-related health issues.