A Legal Guide to Successful Hiring

Margaret Akers, Attorney

New and alarming trends are changing the way you manage your workforce and demanding your attention. These trends are too complex and critical to cover fully in a monthly newsletter. That's why we created HR Executive Special Reports.

About the Report
Federal and state laws require you to give everyone an equal opportunity at employment. Violate one of these laws-even inadvertently-and you can face serious legal consequences. This step-by-step guide gives you the knowledge you need to hire confidently, fairly, and legally.

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Table of Contents:

1. ADVERTISING
Intentional Discrimination
Disparate Impact

2. THE APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW
The Application
The Interview
More Interviewing Tips

3. BACKGROUND CHECKS
Negligent Hiring
Steps to Take in Your Background Checks
How Far Can You Go?
Just A Few More Reminders
A Word About Bankruptcy

4. TESTING AND OTHER STANDARDS
Medical Exams Under The ADA
When Is A Discriminatory Hiring Standard Allowed?
A Note On Disparate Impact

5. CONTRACT CONCERNS
The Accidental Contract
Employment Contracts
Recruiting From the Competition

6. SPECIAL APPLICANTS AND CONCERNS
Contingent Workers
Immigrants
Family Members
Union Members

7. FINAL CONSIDERATIONS
Orientation for New Employees
Record Keeping Requirements