Supreme Court Rules Lost Wages May Be Recoverable Under RICO For False Advertising After Drug Test Dismissal https://t.co/qAdMBTB6KD
Truck driver Douglas Horn, who was fired after failing a drug test, says Medical Marijuana's product, "Dixie X," was mislabeled as having 0% THC. By @ericdmiller46 https://t.co/73rMsPiygK
The 5-4 ruling held that an individual can seek damages for business or property loss resulting from a personal injury under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. https://t.co/K7YEkTvL1g
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of truck driver Douglas Horn, who was terminated from his job after testing positive for THC. The court's 5-4 decision allows individuals to seek damages for business or property loss under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) if they can prove personal injury stemming from false advertising. Horn argued that the cannabis product he used, 'Dixie X,' was mislabeled as containing 0% THC, which contributed to his job loss. This ruling may have broader implications for personal injury cases related to cannabis products, as noted in dissenting opinions that suggest it could complicate future litigation under RICO provisions. The case highlights ongoing debates regarding cannabis regulation and employment rights in the context of drug testing.