How To Avoid Lawsuits In The Workplace

What is causing lawsuits in the workplace.  Many employers get caught up in the rush to hire new employees and fail to take basic steps in the hiring process. Employers should be patient and use available screening tools. They should use an employment application form with legal disclaimers such as: employment is “at will,” and no one can change that status except in writing; the employee is subject to drug testing at any time; and statements on the application and in the screening process are truthful. References should be solicited using a separate form authorizing a background check. Other essential screening tools include in-person interviews; drug and alcohol testing; criminal, educational, credit and/or driving-record checks.

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http://djcoregon.com/news/2010/01/12/for-employers-how-to-avoid-lawsuits/

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