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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
Nov
11
2016
Seven States Pass New Marijuana Laws on Election Day Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jul
10
2020
FMCSA Announces It May Not Enforce Minimum Required Random Drug and Alcohol Test Rates During 2020 Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jan
19
2024
Iowa Employers Must Ensure Strict Adherence to State’s Drug Testing Law Jackson Lewis P.C.
Aug
31
2020
More Guidance on COVID-19 Response Measures for FDA Regulated Human and Animal Food Operations Jackson Lewis P.C.
Aug
16
2017
Federal Court Dismisses Employer’s Claims For Indemnification and Contribution Against Drug Testing Vendor After False Positive Drug Test Result Jackson Lewis P.C.
May
25
2021
Alabama Enacts Medical Marijuana Law Jackson Lewis P.C.
Sep
6
2018
Connecticut Court Holds That Refusing To Hire Medical Marijuana User Constitutes Employment Discrimination Jackson Lewis P.C.
Sep
27
2018
Marijuana-Based Drug Is Placed On Schedule V of Controlled Substances Act Jackson Lewis P.C.
Mar
29
2022
Indiana Enacts New Law on Employer COVID-19 Vaccination Mandates Jackson Lewis P.C.
Sep
20
2022
California Enacts Law Prohibiting Employment Discrimination Based On Off-Duty Marijuana Use, Effective 2024 Jackson Lewis P.C.
Apr
28
2015
New York Implements Medical Marijuana Rules Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jun
22
2015
California Court Upholds Emotional Distress Award Due to Unannounced Random Drug Test Jackson Lewis P.C.
Oct
23
2019
National Safety Council States That “No Level of Cannabis Use Is Safe Or Acceptable” For Safety-Sensitive Positions Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jan
6
2016
Top 10 Reasons To Update Workplace Drug and Alcohol Policies in 2016 Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jan
24
2020
DOT Random Drug and Alcohol Testing Rates for 2020 Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jun
4
2023
Minnesota Legalizes Recreational Marijuana, Protects Off-Duty Use Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jun
22
2023
U.S. Supreme Court: False Claims Act Liability Depends on Defendant’s Subjective Beliefs Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jul
8
2023
District of Columbia Cannabis Employment Protections Amendment Act Goes Live July 13 Jackson Lewis P.C.
May
6
2020
OSHA Offers Carryout Guidance for Restaurateurs Jackson Lewis P.C.
Nov
10
2023
Biden Administration Announces Toolkit For “Recovery Ready Workplaces” Jackson Lewis P.C.
Dec
6
2016
New York State Announces Expanded App To Locate Substance Abuse Treatment Programs Jackson Lewis P.C.
Feb
23
2017
Trump Administration May Enforce Federal Laws Prohibiting Non-Medical Use of Marijuana Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jun
21
2021
The Ongoing Saga with OSHA’s Rulemaking on New and Altered Hazard Communication Requirements Jackson Lewis P.C.
Apr
25
2018
New York State Enacted Budget Includes Opioid Legislation Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jul
20
2021
New Ohio Law Restricts Ability of Public Schools, Colleges to Mandate COVID-19 Vaccinations Jackson Lewis P.C.
Aug
25
2021
Transmission of Citizenship to Children Born Abroad Through Assisted Reproductive Technology Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jul
19
2018
Weingarten Rights Not Violated; Employee Lawfully Terminated for Refusal to Take Drug/Alcohol Test Jackson Lewis P.C.
Jan
16
2014
Nursing Facility Settles Alleged Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) Violations with EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission) for $370K Jackson Lewis P.C.
 

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