Negligent Hiring: Illinois

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

Authors: Stuart R. Buttrick, Lindsey M. Hogan, Stacey Smiricky and Tareen Zafrullah, Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP

Summary

• Illinois recognizes negligent hiring claims against employers. See Negligent Hiring Claims.
• Employers should take the appropriate steps when hiring employees to avoid liability. See Employer Liability.
• Employers should take caution when inquiring about particular areas of a potential employee's background. See Credit Reports and Criminal Arrest Records.