Question

Debra Rodriguez is a 41-year-old woman. Debra applied for a job at Wymore Hospital as a medical assistant. During the hiring process, the Wymore Hospital human resources representative had Debra undergo preemployment drug testing. The hospital offered Debra a job, and she accepted. During the second week on the job, her supervisor started making unwanted advances toward her. During one encounter, her supervisor persisted in asking Debra how old she was until Debra relented and told him. She went to the human resources department and made a complaint. Shortly thereafter, Debra was laid off.

Required:
Was it legal for Debra to be subjected to preemployment drug testing?

Answer 1

Depending on the state it is legal as long as it is kept within states regulation.

Step-by-step explanation:

Pre-employment drug testing laws differ by state, but most states allow employers to test applicants for drugs so long as they comply with the state's regulations. In addition, some states require that employers provide written notice that drug testing will occur in job postings.