Can a “medical marijuana” recommendation from a physician negatively impact my disability case?

Though your state law may authorize the use of medical marijuana, federal law still says marijuana is an illegal substance. Federal law overrules state law, therefore a medical marijuana recommendation can potentially negatively impact your case and if you are found to be using or in possession of marijuana it may even lead to arrest and prosecution. An Avard Law attorney can help advise you on what is best for your case. Here is a recent statement from the Office of the Attorney General:https://www.justice.gov/opa/press-release/file/1022196/download