A Practical Guide to the Law of Hiring in Ontario

Norman Grosman is a graduate of the Faculty of Law at the University of Windsor and received his B.Sc. from the University of Toronto. He was called to the Bar in 1982 and is a member of the Law Society of Upper Canada and the Canadian Bar Association. He is a partner in the law firm of Grosman, Grosman, & Gale which specializes in providing advice and representation in employment matters to corporations and executives.

A Practical Guide to the Law of Hiring in Ontario is an indispensible resource for both organizations considering a new hire or the individual candidate for the job. Its proactive approach focuses on ensuring that the best candidate is selected for the available position, there is a common understanding of the terms and conditions of employment and that all laws governing the hiring process are observed. The author simplifies many legal concepts and provides practical advice on how to hire successfully.

The book is designed to appeal to business persons, non-specialized lawyers, human resources personnel and employees. It is well organized into the following topic areas:

• An introduction to discrimination in hiring
• An introduction to equity in hiring
• Advertising and recruitment
• Employment applications and resumes
• The interview process
• Pre-employment testing
• Misrepresentations in the hiring process
• Reference checks
• The decision to hire
• Structuring the relationship
• Contracts of employment

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