EmploymentQuestion 1087 of 1605
Under California's salary-history ban (Labor Code §432.3), an employer generally may NOT:
a.Verify the applicant's references
b.Ask about the applicant's skills
c.Ask an applicant about their prior salary history to set pay
d.Provide a pay scale when requested
Explanation
Labor Code §432.3 prohibits employers from asking about an applicant's salary history or relying on it to decide whether to hire or what to pay. Employers must also provide a pay scale for a position upon reasonable request. This is intended to reduce the perpetuation of pay disparities.
Law Reference: Labor Code §1197.5 (salary history ban)Practice all 1605 questions free — no signup required.
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