Illegal/Legal Questions

Certain questions are off limits during interviews and are illegal for employers to ask. Any questions over the following topics are illegal:

  • Age
  • Birthplace
  • Disability
  • Sex
  • Sexual orientation
  • Race
  • Religion
  • Nationality
  • Marital status

If you are asked an interview question regarding any of these topics, politely change the subject to something else.


Handling Questions About a Disability

Many questions about disabilities are illegal. Become familiar with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Like any other illegal questions, do not incriminate yourself with offering too much information. Steer the conversation away from your disability and toward your strengths.

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