Topics to avoid with applicants

Article Abstract:

Employers can be sued for discrimination if they ask potential applicants about topics such as children, age, health or physical conditions, citizenship, arrest records, smoking, marital status, prior lawsuits and disabilities. Implications of the questions are described.

Employment interviewing, Job applicants

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Rising complaints of religious bias: this advice from legal experts could help employers stay out of trouble

Article Abstract:

The number of religious discrimination cases increased from 2,200 in 1990 to 2,900 in 1994. Employers are required to practice 'reasonable accommodation' to religious beliefs, but can claim 'undue hardship' in some cases. Details of the law and compliance are outlined.

Other Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities, Equal Protection-Employment, Employment, Equal protection, Work environment, Religion, Employment discrimination, Religion in the workplace

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Declaration if independents

Article Abstract:

Using independent contractors can be an advantage for a new business. But Internal Revenue Service rules need to be analyzed to determine if the contractor actually qualifies as a regular employee. The criteria which the IRS uses if given.

Usage, Taxation, Employers, Workers, Independent contractors, United States. Internal Revenue Service

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