If an Employer Does Not Check an Applicant's References and the Applicant

question 51

Multiple Choice

If an employer does not check an applicant's references and the applicant molests a child after being hired, the employer could be charged with:

• A) negligent reference
• B) defamation
• C) tort reform
• D) negligent hiring

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Definitions:

Actin Filaments

Protein filaments in cells that are part of the cytoskeleton and play a vital role in muscle contraction, cell movement, and cell division.

Stratum Corneum

The most superficial sublayer of the human epidermis. Compare with stratum basale.

Vertebrate Skeleton

The internal structure composed of bones and cartilage that provides support, protection, and mobility to organisms in the vertebrate group.

Joint Capsules

Structures that enclose the ends of bones, creating a lubricated space for joint movement and stability.