Employment practices liability cases against employers are on the rise. Employer's "practices" in hiring, employment, and firing can give rise to distinct legal liabilities on a variety of grounds. Federal and state laws including the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Civil Rights Act have resulted in a heightened awareness among employees as to their rights and employer responsibilities. Liability can arise from the pre-hiring process through the exit interview, even if the employee was never hired, or only at the company a few days. Even if the claim is groundless or fraudulent, the defense of a lawsuit is time consuming and resource draining.