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Monthly Archives: November 2012

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EEOC’s E-Race Campaign

Carol Keough November 8, 2012

About 90% of all employers check criminal convictions for some hiring decisions.  About 70% of all employers check criminal convictions for all positions (as noted by a recent survey by the Society for Human Resource Management). The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”), wants employers to rethink these criminal background checks.  Although racially neutral on its… Continue Reading »

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Employee Job Descriptions Can Make a Difference in Whether the Employer Has Potential Liability Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Carol Keough November 8, 2012

Even with a disability, a person must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.  For example, if an employee is hired to do deliveries, one of the essential functions of the job is driving.  If a person has a disability and cannot drive, then that person… Continue Reading »

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