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Job interview topics

Question
What topics should be covered in a job interview to avoid legal liability under discrimination law? 
Answer
The best way to avoid potential liabilities of inappropriate inquiries is to focus on issues related to evaluating the candidates job knowledge, job skills, experience and education. Fair questions and methods include, but may not be limited to, questions:

- Necessary for determining a candidate's qualifications for employment.
- That help evaluate candidates on job related criteria and requirements for successful performance of the job.
- That help you to select the best qualified individual for the job.
- That are clear about attendance requirements and inquire whether the applicant can meet them.
- That are consistent and uniform for all candidates.

Familiarize yourself with your state and the federal labor laws and related regulations that define certain limitations which affect the employee selection process. 
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