Often, when I'd check the person's motor vehicle record, I'd learn that the applicant had a terrible driving record, which often included DUI or DWI convictions, and, in a couple of instances, an applicant had actually committed vehicular manslaughter. The information most often checked includes past work histories, past employers, and lengths of employment. And, she warned, more and more employers are checking on potential hires. Intuitively, an employer is going to figure that someone who would lie to get a job will lie on the job. Huge alarm bells go off.
Employers are subject to negligent hiring lawsuits if they hire an unfit person who causes harm.
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