A situation where an employer may be found liable for harm an employee causes to others if references and background checks were not performed adequately at the time of hiring is called:
A)misrepresentation.
B)negligent hiring.
C)defamation.
D)negligent omission.
E)negligent cycle timE.

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Negligent hiring refers to a situation where an employer can be held responsible for the harm an employee causes while on the job if the employer did not perform proper background checks or conduct adequate reference checks. This is because the employer has a duty of care to its employees and customers to ensure that the people they hire are safe and trustworthy. If they fail to do so, they can be held liable for any harm caused by their negligent hiring practices.

A Situation Where an Employer May Be Found Liable for Harm