Interview questions that are inappropriate or illegal

by Joseph Hazelbaker

It's important not just to know what interview questions are illegal, but to also know how to handle them when they're asked. This article addresses both issues: what issues/questions employers and job candidates should k...read more

by Renae Richardson

An interview is conducted in order that a company enters a relationship with an individual who presents the same character, skills, and initiative as the corporation. It is an essential process by which a company chooses ...read more

by Ian Loft

A job interview is a stressful experience for those seeking employment. The market for employees is highly competitive were attractive jobs will usually be hotly contested. Some employers take advantage of this by asking...read more

by Sarah J Palmer

"Will you start complaining that your horse and husband want their tea if I ask you to work until 10pm?" is the question I'll always remember being asked by an idiot of an interviewer who clearly had no concept of English...read more

by Bruno Somerset

There are many interview questions that are illegal according to labor laws. Certain areas that you cannot use as a barrier to employment, such as gender and race, don't really fall into this category because they are obvi...read more

by Lori Voth

Discrimination During Job Interviews Report Illegal Questioning Or Remain Silent And Score the Job? What to do. Discrimination laws are very strict when it comes to the workplace. Whether you are dealing with a lar...read more

by Pam Seeley

Preparing for an interview is a stressful job for both the applicant and the employer. The employer must know and understand all laws regarding discrimination before conducting an interview. The person that is to be interv...read more

by Richard Serra

I would consider just about any question that would lead to being discriminated against would fall under inappropriate if not illegal. The interview should deal with the qualifications of the person for the job itself, an...read more

by Lauren Russell

There are many questions you could be asked in an interview that are inappropriate. Some are even illegal. If you are so bold as to point these out to an employer you are hoping will hire you, here is the list. Just be awa...read more