For example, in Birmingham Alabama, the city's first black mayor signed a law in 1981 that promised and committed that the city's fire department would hire blacks and whites on a one to one basis. ... The reason for their dismissal according to one paper was "Prosecutors cite sloppy police work that fails to keep on top of witnesses and corroborating evidence"(Zelnick, 111). ...
Do Companies Exercise Unethical Hiring Practices? Obtaining a job is a major concern for people who are seeking to improve their lives. Because of today's financial challenges, most people feel that obtaining a higher paying position can free them of many headaches that come with everyday living. Throughout their quest in finding that higher paying position, many people will encounter difficulty in obtaining that certain job. When people sense that their difficulty is due to unfairness during the selection process, discrimination can become a factor. ...
