Negligent Hiring: Alaska

Federal law and guidance on this subject should be reviewed together with this section.

Author: Gloria Ju

Summary

• Alaska recognizes claims of negligent hiring against employers. Such liability can be extended to the hiring of volunteers and contractors. See Elements of a Negligent Hiring Claim in Alaska.
• Conducting background checks can help employers defend against negligent hiring claims. See Minimizing the Risk of Negligent Hiring Claims.
• Alaska law requires criminal background checks for applicants in certain positions. See Minimizing the Risk of Negligent Hiring Claims > Mandatory Background Checks.