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Which federal law prohibits employers from requiring employees to disclose the passwords of their social network accounts?
Which federal law prohibits employers from requiring employees to disclose the passwords of their social network accounts?
Which federal law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees based on their marital status?
Which federal law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees based on their marital status?
Which federal law requires employers to provide eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons?
Which federal law requires employers to provide eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave for specified family and medical reasons?
Which federal law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees based on their history of filing worker's compensation claims?
Which federal law prohibits employers from discriminating against employees based on their history of filing worker's compensation claims?
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Which federal law regulates the administration of employee benefit plans, including health and retirement plans?
Which federal law regulates the administration of employee benefit plans, including health and retirement plans?
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In the United States, which constitutional amendment places limits on government employers searching employees' private spaces?
In the United States, which constitutional amendment places limits on government employers searching employees' private spaces?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason why HR departments may be reluctant to adjust policies based on advice from a recently formed privacy team?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why HR departments may be reluctant to adjust policies based on advice from a recently formed privacy team?
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Which federal law regulates the privacy and security of 'protected health information' for health insurers, including self-funded health plans?
Which federal law regulates the privacy and security of 'protected health information' for health insurers, including self-funded health plans?
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Which U.S. state has extended constitutional privacy rights to private-sector employees?
Which U.S. state has extended constitutional privacy rights to private-sector employees?
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What is the primary reason why HR professionals have a special responsibility to respect the confidentiality of employee information?
What is the primary reason why HR professionals have a special responsibility to respect the confidentiality of employee information?
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Under U.S. law, the relationship between employer and employee is primarily governed by which legal framework?
Under U.S. law, the relationship between employer and employee is primarily governed by which legal framework?
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Which federal law ensures that employee benefits programs are created fairly and administered properly?
Which federal law ensures that employee benefits programs are created fairly and administered properly?
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Which of the following is true regarding employment privacy laws in the United States?
Which of the following is true regarding employment privacy laws in the United States?
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What is the general rule in the United States with regards to employment, giving the employer broad discretion to terminate an employee?
What is the general rule in the United States with regards to employment, giving the employer broad discretion to terminate an employee?
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What is the primary purpose of the FCRA (Fair Credit Reporting Act) and antidiscrimination laws in the United States?
What is the primary purpose of the FCRA (Fair Credit Reporting Act) and antidiscrimination laws in the United States?
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Which federal law entitles certain employees to unpaid leave in the event of birth or illness of self or a family member?
Which federal law entitles certain employees to unpaid leave in the event of birth or illness of self or a family member?
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Which federal law regulates the use of 'consumer reports' obtained from consumer reporting agencies (CRAs) in reference checking and background checks of employees?
Which federal law regulates the use of 'consumer reports' obtained from consumer reporting agencies (CRAs) in reference checking and background checks of employees?
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Which law specifically governs employment privacy for private-sector employees in the United States?
Which law specifically governs employment privacy for private-sector employees in the United States?
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Which of the following is a key difference between employment privacy laws in the United States and the European Union?
Which of the following is a key difference between employment privacy laws in the United States and the European Union?
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Which federal law sets standards for collective bargaining, including in social media communications?
Which federal law sets standards for collective bargaining, including in social media communications?
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