Abstract
This comment will analyze Watson from both a legal and industrial psychological perspective. Part one of the comment discusses the legal impact of Watson. First, the Supreme Court's analytical framework for Title VII discrimination claims is presented. Next, Watson is analyzed in the context of prior case law to consider its potential impact on employment discrimination litigation.
Part two concentrates on the role of industrial psychology in the Watson decision. First, the comment introduces industrial psychology. The association of industrial psychology, Title VII, and personnel selection is presented next. Finally, the comment presents current industrial psychological research concerning several "subjective" selection devices.'
Recommended Citation
Bell, Daniel L.
(1989)
"Watson and Subjective Hiring Practices: The Continuing Saga of Industrial Psychology, Title VII and Personnel Selection,"
Akron Law Review: Vol. 22:
Iss.
4, Article 5.
Available at:
https://ideaexchange.uakron.edu/akronlawreview/vol22/iss4/5