________ is a claim made by an injured party against an employer who knew or should have known about an employee's background that indicates a dangerous or untrustworthy character.

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Negligent hiring refers to the failure of an employer to properly screen an employee prior to hiring them, particularly with regard to their background and potentially dangerous or untrustworthy character traits. As a result, an injured party may make a claim against the employer for failing to adequately assess the employee's fitness for the job.

________ Is a Claim Made by an Injured Party Against