Joe has applied to be a line cook in your restaurant, and he has considerable experience as well as solid references. His position will require that he occasionally drive the company van to assist with off-site catering events.

After conducting a routine background check, you discover that Joe has two DUI offenses on his criminal record; one dates back to seven years ago, and the second offense occurred three years ago. Should Joe’s history of drunken driving offenses eliminate him from the running for this position? Why or why not? If Joe is hired, could the restaurant later have legal troubles with respect to negligent hiring? Explain your answers.  lop5