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When you're job hunting, it's important to know your rights. Need to know what employment at will means? Have questions about the arbitration agreement or other documents a new employer wants you to sign? Want information on drug testing? You'll find the answers you need here.

Applications, Interviews, and References learn more

Getting Hired FAQ
Answers to common questions about the hiring process.
Don't Lie on a Job Application
Puffing up a resume or application can come back to haunt you.
Getting Good Job References
How to get references that will help you land a job.
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Testing and Background Checks learn more

Workplace Testing: What Your Employer May Require
Learn the legal rules for polygraphs, medical exams, and other application tests.
Drug Tests for Job Applicants
Can prospective employers require you to take a drug test?
Getting Hired With an Arrest or Conviction Record
Learn about legal protections for applicants and employees with criminal records.
Can Potential Employers Check Your Facebook Page?
Learn the rules on social media searching.
More Articles on Background Checks and Testing

First-Day Paperwork learn more

First-Day Paperwork for New Employees: Understand What You're Signing
Learn about the forms you'll be asked to sign as a new employee.
Signing an Arbitration Agreement With Your Employer
In a typical arbitration agreement, you give up the right to sue your employer for legal violations.
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Hiring Lawsuits learn more

Defamation Lawsuits: Do You Have a Case Against a Former Employer?
If a former employer gives a false negative reference, you might have a legal claim.
Lawsuits Based on the Hiring Process
Although hiring lawsuits are rare, there are some legal claims a rejected applicant might have against a potential employer.
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