Recent Hearing Discusses AI in Employment Decisions

    03/16/2023 10:17 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    On January 31, 2023, a group gathered to discuss AI being a biased system that may discriminate and therefore negatively affect diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility initiatives.

    Have You Reviewed Your Screening Program? 

    03/10/2023 10:54 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    Employers seeking to conduct background checks on job applicants have a legal obligation to comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).

    Fair Chance Hiring Best Practices 

    03/02/2023 01:45 PM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    Fair chance hiring practices have been implemented at federal, state, and local levels to give previously incarcerated individuals a fair chance in the workforce.

    What You Need to Know About DOT Background Checks

    12/13/2022 01:10 PM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    An overview of Department of Transportation background checks.

    Annual Background Checks for School Staff? 

    11/21/2022 02:11 PM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    Parents of a Virginia school district advocate for annual background checks for school staff.

    Online Retailer and Its Background Check Provider Facing Lawsuit

    11/04/2022 09:42 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    A once prospective employee of America’s most commodified e-commerce provider, Miguel Lerma, has proposed a class action lawsuit against the online retailer and its background screening provider

    A Hiring Horror Story

    10/31/2022 11:48 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    Tips to avoid a hiring horror story of your own.

    Financial Protection for Survivors of Human Trafficking

    10/27/2022 10:46 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    The Debt Bondage Repair Act was signed to promote the financial protection for survivors of human trafficking.

    Alcohol is the Leading Substance of Abuse in the Workplace

    10/19/2022 11:14 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    Alcohol maintains as the primary abused substance in the workplace in the United States.

    3 Major Risks of Hiring Without Performing a Pre-Employment Background Check

    10/06/2022 11:59 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    Companies mitigate risk by conducting background checks that reveal warning signs that could eventually affect trust, safety, and the carrying out of company values and goals.

    Social Media Background Checks-- Are They Worth the Risk? 

    09/19/2022 10:10 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    Reviewing the pros and cons of social media background checks can help employers determine if they are worth the risk.

    Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against Cardinal Logistics Management

    09/13/2022 12:23 PM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    A former employee of Cardinal Logistics Management filed a class-action due to FCRA violation.

    Pending California Legislation Would Seal Criminal Records After Four Years

    09/07/2022 10:25 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    A bill passed by the California State Assembly that would expunge records has been approved by the Senate and is on its way to Governor Gavin Newsome to be signed.

    [ACTION NEEDED!] Help Us Reduce the Time to Hire!

    08/08/2022 02:53 PM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    A new, proposed Senate Bill can restore efficiency of background checks.

    When Cable Guys Kill

    08/02/2022 10:30 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    Charter Communications ordered to pay $340 million after employee murders customer.

    $350K Settlement for FCRA Violations

    07/28/2022 01:28 PM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    A class action settlement against Onin Staffing.

    Controversial Bill Pondered by NYC Council

    07/14/2022 10:00 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    The New York City mayor and city council attempt to address housing discrimination with a controversial bill.

    Applicant or Employee? There's a Difference!

    07/12/2022 10:00 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    Are CA employers required to pay applicants for performing pre-employment drug tests?

    Why You Should Run Your Background Check

    07/07/2022 09:30 AM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    To prevent being denied a job because of an error reflected on your background screening, it is important to consider running your own.

    Dispensary Settles Class Action Related to Improper Background Practices

    07/05/2022 03:10 PM By Kayla Florence - Comment(s)
    A Florida-based marijuana dispensary has agreed to settle alleged class action violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act by paying a $60,500 settlement.