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Nelson J Larkins,
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Portland, ME 207.791.3000
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April 11, 2017

Impact of Marijuana on Maine Workers' Compensation

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Nelson Larkins, a member of our Workers' Compensation group authored a publication providing an overview of The Impact of Marijuana on Maine Workers' Compensation. 

He discusses in detail the legal status of marijuana at a federal level and at a state level, specifically in the State of Maine. Additionally he explores the current and future changes brought about by the Maine Medical Use of Marijuana Act, and what that may mean for workers' compensation and employment law decisions moving forward. Please download the PDF document above to view the full publication.

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Maine Workers’ Compensation Legislation Brings Changes to Exemptions for Intentional Torts Regarding Sexual Harassment and Assault

Workers Compensation Bill LD 53 (“An Act to Ensure Accountability for Workplace Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault by Removing Certain Intentional Torts from Workers’ Compensation Exemptions”), became law on June 4, 2023. The original...

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Important Updates to American Arbitration Association Construction Industry Rules and Mediation Procedures

The American Arbitration Association (AAA) updated its Construction Industry Rules and Mediation procedures (AAA Rules), effective March 1, 2024, marking the first update since 2015. The updates are important because the AAA Rules are...

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Maine Workers’ Compensation Update - November 2023

The following is an overview of developments with respect to proposed legislation as well as new procedures on independent contractor determinations, medical fee schedule updates, and the use of updated Board forms, including medical...

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