Can companies refuse to hire me due to my bankruptcy?

[chocolie]

What is the name of your state? Indiana

I currently work as a temporary employee for a large company. I have applied for the open position for which I am temping, but I am concerned because due to my previous job loss 6 months ago, my husband and I just filed for bankruptcy. To get the temp job I had to submit a background test, which included a credit report. I am now concerned that even though I am currently doing this job that I am qualified for, I may not get it if they don't like what is on my credit report. Is it legal for companies to discriminate based on personal bankruptcies?

Thank you!

 

[cbg]

In the large majority of cases, no. If you are applying for a job with a bank or a credit agency, possibly.

 

[longneck]

also, any copmany that deals with investments (broker dealers, incurance companines, real estate or property management, mutual fund companies, etc.) use your personal credit history in employment decisions.

 

[BelizeBreeze]

In the large majority of cases, no. If you are applying for a job with a bank or a credit agency, possibly.

In EVERY case the answer is YES.

Having a bankruptcy is not a protected status.

 

[cbg]

Yes, it is.

I'll have to go digging to find the rule, but there is a Federal prohibition against it.

Edited to include:

http://www4.law.cornell.edu/uscode/html/uscode11/usc_sec_11_00000525----000-.html