ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Join FordHarrison partners John Hauge and Phil Holloway as they discuss the legal issues involved when conducting pre-employment screening, specifically for employers in Illinois, Iowa, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Learn how employers may conduct legally compliant screening programs in seeking a safe and qualified workforce without running afoul of federal and state hiring laws. Topics covered will include the following:
- Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
- Impact of "ban the box" legislation and other state laws on background checks
- Avoiding claims of discrimination when using criminal records and other screening tools
- Pre-hire substance abuse testing
- Domestic violence issues
- Pitfalls of using the social networking sites to screen applicants
- Minimizing the risk of workplace violence
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