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1 in 4 job seekers feel they’ve been discriminated against


November 18, 2008 by Sam Narisi
Posted in: In This Week's E-Newsletter, Interviewing, Latest News & Views, Law

There are a lot of reasons people get turned down for jobs. According to new research, rejected candidates often believe illegal bias is one of them.

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Company wanted diversity — now they’re out 100K


October 9, 2008 by Sam Narisi
Posted in: Assessing the right candidate, Law, Special Report

Employers and managers often wish to build up a diverse workforce, and that’s a good thing. But a recent court ruling sends a powerful message: Discrimination is illegal no matter what form it takes.

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Job ad mistake that gets HR hit with bias claims


July 23, 2008 by Sam Narisi
Posted in: In This Week's E-Newsletter, Latest News & Views, Law, Online recruiting

When does attempting to recruit a diverse group of applicants cross the line and become illegal discrimination?

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‘Subjective process’ showed signs of bias


July 14, 2008 by Sam Narisi
Posted in: In This Week's E-Newsletter, Interviewing, Latest News & Views, Law

Interviews are tricky — a candidate’s success or failure often depends on highly subjective criteria. But here’s an example of how too much subjectivity can wind up hitting a company with a bias lawsuit:

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Study: Most bosses wouldn’t hire a pregnant woman


June 26, 2008 by Sam Narisi
Posted in: In This Week's E-Newsletter, Latest News & Views, Law, Uncategorized

Do your managers know how to avoid pregnancy discrimination claims? Studies show most supervisors could use a refresher.

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Who won this case: Objective interviewing or biased process?


May 14, 2008 by Sam Narisi
Posted in: In This Week's E-Newsletter, Interviewing, Latest News & Views, Law

Interviews are a tricky thing. The candidate who looks best on paper might drop to the bottom of the barrel once you meet face-to-face. But what happens when an unsuccessful applicant cries “bias”? Read the facts and decide - Who won this case?

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