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In today’s hyper-aware environment, concerns about food and drug safety are paramount for both companies and consumers.  The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) regulates the areas of biotech, food, and drug law. Additionally, laws including the 21st Century Cures Act, and cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Processes), regulate industry standards/norms in food, cosmetics, and other industry-sectors. Visitors to the National Law Review will find the latest analysis of news, legislation, and upcoming cases/litigation as it relates to this area of law.

With researchers searching for new energy solutions and other developments in biotech, visitors to the NLR will have the opportunity to read content surrounding biosimilars, natural fuel production, medical devices, biotechnology, nanotechnology and materials, and the pharmaceuticals industry. Additionally, content relating to food and drug laws, limits on chemical use in cosmetic products, and other general health/safety topics are covered by the National Law Review and are updated regularly. Additionally, food safety and imports to the United States are also discussed as they become relevant. 

In addition to general health, science, and food/drug, the industry is also closely related to many of the issues related to intellectual property law. New applications for patents, intellectual property, licensing laws, and other areas which are governed by the PTAB court, often crossover into the industry.

New developments in legislation, including the legalization of recreational marijuana has created a new area ripe for legal analysis.  Regulations on how recreational marijuana can be advertised and marketed, distributed and the kind of insurance coverage necessary for dispensaries.  Additionally, employer drug-testing and marijuana statutes have been a hot area of litigation covered by the National Law Review.  

General practices in marketing standards, compliance of federal and state laws/legislation, licensing collaborations, and news related to bringing new products to the market, in the US and abroad, are among the areas visitors to NLR will read about daily. Drug pricing, changes in production standards, regulatory compliance, food safety and handling, drug laws (legalization of marijuana, both recreational and medicinal in the workplace), and labeling and nutritional requirements, are among the many topics covered by the National Law Review daily.

Visitors will always find the latest, up-to-date, most comprehensive coverage on the site. And, news and stories which affect the US, companies which are regulated in the industry, and multinational/international companies, are detailed regularly for NLR readers.

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Recent Biotechnology, Food & Drug Administration FDA News

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Publication Date Organization Sort descending
Feb
21
2018
Maine Recreational Marijuana Law Limits Workplace Drug Testing As Well As Disciplinary Consequences Imposed By Employers Jackson Lewis P.C.
Oct
2
2018
U.S. Border Protection Agency Warns: Lifetime Ban Possible for Cannabis Industry Links Jackson Lewis P.C.
Nov
8
2023
Ohio Passes Recreational Marijuana Law: What Employers Should Know Jackson Lewis P.C.
Sep
25
2014
NFL and NFLPA Finalize Amended Substance Abuse Policies Jackson Lewis P.C.
Oct
18
2014
Confronting Ebola Concerns in the Workplace Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jun
11
2019
Occupations Governed by Federal Regulation Remain Guarded Against State Medical Marijuana Non-Discrimination Laws Jackson Lewis P.C.
Apr
20
2015
New York Governor Issues Health Alert After Surge In Hospitalizations Due to Synthetic Marijuana Use Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jul
25
2015
North Carolina Reinforces Property Protection Law, Giving Employers Right to Sue Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jul
31
2015
New CDC Report Discusses Trends In Growing U.S. Heroin Epidemic Jackson Lewis P.C.
Sep
3
2015
NLRB Says Beer Dealer’s Refusal-To-Drug-Test Firing Doesn’t Mix With “Weingarten Rights” Jackson Lewis P.C.
Oct
25
2019
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Publishes Standards For Oral Fluid Drug Testing Jackson Lewis P.C.
Dec
6
2019
Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy Check-Up – Are You Ready for 2020? Jackson Lewis P.C.
Mar
16
2016
Montana’s Revised Medical Marijuana Law Survives Constitutional Challenge Jackson Lewis P.C.
Feb
24
2020
Is “Cannabis User” the Next Protected Class in California? Jackson Lewis P.C.
Mar
23
2020
U.S. DOT Issues Guidance Regarding Drug And Alcohol Testing During COVID-19 Crisis Jackson Lewis P.C.
Mar
30
2020
USCIS Announces Temporary Relief for EAD Applicants Jackson Lewis P.C.
Sep
12
2016
Bus Mechanic Who Uses Adderall for ADHD Can Proceed with Disability Discrimination Claims Jackson Lewis P.C.
Aug
17
2020
Washington Governor Creates COVID-19 Food Production Workers Paid Leave Program Jackson Lewis P.C.
Nov
18
2021
New Bills Seek to Void Restrictive Covenants for Employers with Vaccine Mandates Jackson Lewis P.C.
Mar
8
2022
Manufacturers Must Consider Employee Use of Prescription Medications on an Individualized Basis Jackson Lewis P.C.
Oct
19
2022
Puerto Rico Disability Discrimination Law Covers Registered and Authorized Medical Cannabis Patients Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jan
24
2018
Vermont’s Governor Signs Recreational Marijuana Law Jackson Lewis P.C.
Nov
17
2022
Employers Should Note Post-Midterms State Law Changes Jackson Lewis P.C.
Apr
24
2018
Iowa Drug Testing Law Amended; Lawsuits on the Rise Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jul
18
2018
Pending California Legislation Alert! Senate Bill 937 Seeks to Require California Employers to Provide Lactation Facilities in the Workplace Jackson Lewis P.C.
Apr
15
2019
New Mexico Amends Medical Marijuana Law To Provide Employment Protections Jackson Lewis P.C.
Oct
28
2014
Michigan Medical Marijuana Law Allows Employees Terminated for Positive Marijuana Test Results to Receive Unemployment Benefits Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jan
19
2024
Iowa Employers Must Ensure Strict Adherence to State’s Drug Testing Law Jackson Lewis P.C.
 

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